Since its founding in 1820, The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary mission has been for excellence in patient care for eye disease as well as education of eye care providers. To maintain excellence, research must be an integral part of this mission.

Researchers at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary were among the first to use the laser in treating retinal diseases. Today, the Department of Ophthalmology maintains a strong commitment to medical research, which contribute to advances in Ophthalmology and related areas of medicine.

Research of medical practitioners is facilitated by a staff of research scientists, neuro-ophthalmolgists, pathologists, and electrophysiologists, who likewise conduct independent research in their respective areas.

The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary continues to be involved in many clinical and translational research projects. This site makes information about these trials available to all. The active protocols have information about:

the issue being studied and goal for the research
inclusion and exclusion criteria
contact person
other pertinent information

Find current clinical trials in Ophthalmology

For results of previous studies, go to www.clinicaltrials.gov

Glaucoma
Study/Title	Principal Investigator
NEW! Ocular Hypertension Treatment Trial	Paul Sidoti, MD
NEW! Primary Open Angle Glaucoma Treatment Trial	Paul Sidoti, MD
Non-Invasive, Non-Contact Imaging of the Anterior Segment by Anterior Segment OCT	Robert Ritch, MD
Anterior segment imaging using ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM) and slit lamp optic coherence tomography (SL-OCT) in patients using alpha-adrenergic blockers.	Robert Ritch, MD
In Vivo Three Dimensional Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy of Anterior Segment Structures Using the HRT II Rostock Cornea Module	Robert Ritch, MD
Unilateral exfoliative glaucoma: comparing functional tests using short-wavelength automated perimetry, frequency doubling technology perimetry and multifocal visual evoked potential	Robert Ritch, MD
Evaluation of patients with normal-tension glaucoma (NTG) or high-tension glaucoma (HTG) using different visual field studies and nerve fiber layer imaging	Robert Ritch, MD
A Multi-center, double-masked, randomized, placebo-controlled, ascending dose study of INS115644 ophthalmic solution in subjects with bilateral ocular hypertension or early open angle glaucoma.	Robert Ritch, MD
Functional and Structural Testing for Optic Nerve Disease	Robert Ritch, MD
Randomized, Controlled, Multicenter Comparative Trial to Evaluate for the SOLX Gold Shunt for the Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) In Glaucomatous Eyes Following Failed Medical and Conventional Surgical Treatments	Robert Ritch, MD
Ocular Oncology
The Collaborative Ocular Melanoma Study	Paul Finger, MD
Ocular Trauma
Trauma Registry
Oculoplastic & Orbital Surgery
Thyroid Eye Disease Study	Robert Della Rocca, MD Paul Latkany, MD
Refractive Surgery
SRP (Surgical Reversal of Presbyopia)	Barrie Soloway, MD
Retina
Retinal Imaging
Comparison of OCT-Opthalmoscope and Standard OCT Technology Instrument For the Imaging of Macular Hole Pathology	Richard Rosen, MD
Macular Pigment Density Measurements Using Auto Fluorescence HRA	Richard Rosen, MD
Diabetic Eye Conditions
NEW! Diabetic Macular Edema Near Infrared Light Treatment Trial	Richard Rosen, MD
NEW! Macular Pigment Density Supplementation in Type 2 Diabetes Trial	Richard Rosen, MD

Age Related Macular Degeneration
Serial Retinal Thickness Changes and Scotoma Size Measured with Lucentis Therapy measured Using the OCT Ophthalmoscope (OCT/SLO)® and the Foresee Preferential Hyperacuity Perimeter TM PROTOCOL FVF4193s	Richard Rosen, MD
A Genetic Study of Macular Degeneration	Richard Rosen, MD
Dry Age Related Macular Degeneration
NEW! Copaxone Dry AMD Therapy Trial	Richard Rosen, MD
Macular Telangiectasia
A Natural History Study Of Macular Telangiectasia- The MacTel Study	Richard Rosen, MD
Wet Age Related Macular Degeneration
NEW! Wet AMD Eyedrop Treatment Trial	Richard Rosen, MD
NEW! Wet AMD Near Infrared Light Treatment Trial	Richard Rosen, MD

Uveitis
NEW! Novartis AIN457 Trial	C. Michael Samson, MD
NEW! EYEGATE study	C. Michael Samson, MD
NEW! The VISUAL Clinical Trials for Uveitis	Sanjay Kedhar, MD
Uveitis Genetics	C. Michael Samson, MD
Multicenter Uveitis Steroid Treatment Trial (MUST)	Paul Latkany, MD

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Want more information about Ophthalmology Research?

NYEE Eye Research Centers

Advanced Retinal Imaging Laboratory
This specialty facility explores new technologies for imaging the human retina in order to enhance our understanding of the anatomy, physiology and visual function.

Glaucoma Services
Clinical service at the forefront of innovation in diagnostic and therapeutic advances in the understanding and treatment of glaucoma.

Ocular Pathology Laboratory
A major referral center for the Metropolitan area and the Northeastern US.

The New York Glaucoma Institute
Created to support research into the basic causes of glaucoma, increase public awareness of glaucoma, and promulgate educational material for ophthalmologists, other physicians, and persons with glaucoma.

The Ocular Imaging Center
Ultrasound Biomicroscopy (UBM) and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) clinical databases.

The Shelley and Steven Einhorn Clinical Research Center
Today, scientists and physicians work in seven distinct areas, each devoted to enhancing the Infirmary’s focus on the advancement of ophthalmology though the development of technologies and involvement in clinical investigations aimed at conquering eye disease, preventing blindness, and restoring vision.

New York Medical College
Additional research facilities are located amongst affiliated hospitals and universities of the academic department.

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