Specialized cornea care, close to home in Syracuse.
Specialized care for the cornea — including advanced transplant options when needed.
The cornea is the clear front surface of the eye, and conditions affecting it can significantly impact vision. Our cornea specialists provide medical and surgical care for the full range of corneal disease.
Corneal surgical options
DSAEK
Descemet's Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty — a partial-thickness transplant that replaces only the inner layer of the cornea. Faster recovery than full-thickness transplant.
Standard Corneal Transplant
Full-thickness penetrating keratoplasty (PKP) — the traditional approach when most of the cornea needs to be replaced.
Boston Keratoprosthesis
An artificial corneal implant used when traditional transplants have failed or are unlikely to succeed.
Conditions we treat
- Keratoconus and corneal ectasia
- Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
- Corneal scarring from infection, injury, or prior surgery
- Recurrent corneal erosion
- Corneal infections and keratitis
- Pterygium and other ocular surface conditions
Our specialists
Dr. Stephen Spitzer leads our cornea department. Dr. Arthur Coli is also fellowship-trained in cornea. If you've been told you have a corneal condition or have been referred for a transplant evaluation, our team is here to help guide you through your options.
