New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
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The following is a comprehensive list of patient services provided by the Department of Medical Photography at The New York Eye and Infirmary.

Medical Photography Services

Corneal topography imageCorneal Topography/Modeling (Orbtek) provides a computerized surface map of the cornea for pre- and post- operative evaluation of the cornea for LASIK, PK's, RK's, suture adjustments, etc. Anterior and posterior floats, keratometric map, and optical pachymetry are also plotted.

 

External photographyExternal Photography is performed pre- and post- operatively for rhinoplasty, ptosis, otoplasty, and all plastic and reconstructive surgery. Images are digitalized and print composites produced, while film is archived for 25+ years.

 

Fluorescein angiogramFluorescein Angiography is performed using high resolution digital technology and is output on photo-quality dye sublimation print material. This technology provides the option for performing ICG's, while fundus photography is performed on traditional film in 20, 30, or 50 degrees. Digital color fundus photography is also available. Our department currently has 3 Wisconsin Reading Center-certified angiographers on staff.

 

Heidelberg Retinal Tomography imageHeidelberg Retinal Tomography (HRT II) utilizes the latest software to analyze the optic nerve and nerve fiber layer. Findings are plotted against a statistical average or compared to previous exams producing percent difference or change over time graphic, as well as optic nerve image map and NFL thickness map.

 

Optical Coherence TomographyOptical Coherence Tomography (OCT) provides cross-sectional views of retinal tissue layers, macula, and optic nerve/nerve fiber layer analysis utilizing Zeiss technology. 

 

Slit lamp photoSlit Lamp Photography documents pathology of the anterior segment of the eye, including gonioscopy and staining techniques when indicated. Magnifications of x6 through X40.

 

Specular microscopySpecular Microscopy is the imaging of the single layer of cells of the corneal endothelium, and provides a count of cellular density as well as pachymetry.

 

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Photography & Graphic Services

The Department of Medical Photography provides a full range of photographic services including: B/W and color printing, slide duplication, internegatives, film processing, documentation of research, specimens, 35mm copy slides of X-rays/CT's/ texts, and poster presentations.

Also available is a wide array of computer graphic services including: presentation slides and graphics, slide imaging, flat art and film scanning, layout and design for publication, digital color prints, and retouching.

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Medical Photography Staff

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Contact Information

Department of Medical Photography
310 East 14th Street
New York, NY 10003 (in Manhattan)
TEL: (212) 979-4381
FAX: (212) 353-5717

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