Press Release

There has been many reports in the media about research being conducted by Dr Stephanie Watson in regards to the use of stems cells to repair corneal damage. The use of limbal stems cells is recomended for corneal injuries from chemical burns.

It is not suitable for chronic corneal problems such as keratoconus, post LASIK complications or previous corneal surgery. More information on the procedures for these conditions can be found here.


	General Ophthalmology

	Subspecialities
	Cataracts Cornea Diabetic Eye Disease Glaucoma Laser Vision Correction Macular Degeneration Ocular Pain Pterygium Retinal Vein Occlusion Uveitis
	Associated Sites
	AMD Alliance The Fred Hollows Foundation Glaucoma Australia Guide Dogs Association (NSW) Seeing Eye Dogs Assoc. Macular Degeneration Foundation Vision Australia