The brain
sometimes plays havoc with our eyes, robbing us of sight or making
vision difficult. the field of neuro-ophthalmology
allows a closer study of this unique connection of ophthalmology,
neurology and internal medicine. It most often focuses
on conditions that contribute to vision impairment that do not
involve the eye itself, and those that involve the eye and the
brain simultaneously.
Possible
overlap includes brain lesions that cause multiple problems
with vision or eye movements. Stroke,
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) or tumors frequently incur sight disturbances. Surgery
can potentially remove tumors that are pressing on the optic
nerve or chiasm and offer a chance for recovery.
To schedule
an appointment call (309) 655-2164, appointments are by physician
referral only.
Clinic Location
INI Diagnostic Center
6th Floor Glen Oak Building
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
530 NE Glen Oak Avenue
Peoria, IL 61637
