Neuro-Ophthalmology
Our multidisciplinary approach to neuro-ophthalmology brings together WVU Medicine providers from multiple specialties to offer a targeted, individualized treatment plan for each patient.
Multifaceted treatment and individualized care for those with neuro-ophthalmologic eye conditions are available here.
The WVU Eye Institute offers specialized care for vision conditions involving the nervous system. Our neuro-ophthalmologists collaborate with WVU Medicine neurologists and neurosurgeons to diagnose and develop personalized treatment plans. Patients are typically referred by their local eye care provider or neurologist.
Treatments and Services
Our neuro-ophthalmology service provides evaluation and treatment for many vision problems that relate to the nervous system. We perform a comprehensive eye exam to detect any issues, including refractive errors, color blindness, or decline in pupil or retina reactivity. Our neuro-ophthalmologists consult with WVU Medicine Neurology, Neurosurgery, Rheumatology, and other medical specialties to address any complex physical problems.
We treat several vision problems related to the nervous system, including:
- Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis
- Double vision
- Eye twitching
- Giant cell arteritis
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Migraine headaches
- Multiple sclerosis
- Optic neuritis
- Papilledema
- Parkinsonian syndromes
- Pupil disorders, such as Horner’s syndrome and Adie’s pupil
- Rapid, uncontrolled eye movement
- Stroke-related vision loss
- Sudden vision loss
- Traumatic brain injury
- Tumors
Faculty
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Somya Chowdhary, MD
Praveen Jeyaseelan, MD
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