The cornea is the clear, "front window" or "watch glass" of the eye and serves to protect the eye.  The cornea bends or refracts light rays as they enter the eye. It is vital that the cornea remains transparent or clear.  Many eye conditions affect the cornea and may change its normal transparency.  Injuries, infections, previous eye surgery, inherited conditions, or aging may cause clouding of the cornea and result in decreased or distorted vision.

Our corneal specialists provide comprehensive medical and surgical management for a full range of conditions affecting the cornea and anterior (front) segment of the eye.

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