The optic nerve is the means by which the eye and brain communicate. Illnesses or medical conditions that affect the eye-brain connection are treated by neuro-ophthalmologists. These specialists diagnose and treat disorders that affect the nerves and muscles in and around the eye. Neuro-ophthalmologists also treat the ocular manifestations of glandular conditions, such as thyroid eye disease (Graves' eye disease) or autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis (MS).

The Neuro-Ophthalmology Service is staffed by experienced, skilled specialists who work with a patient's referring physician to manage their condition or illness. A variety of diagnostic studies will be incorporated into a patient's treatment to thoroughly evaluate a condition, including:

• Vascular studies
• CT or MRI
• Color Doppler flow imaging
• Fluorescein angiography

In addition to the conditions listed above, the neuro-ophthalmologists at Wills Eye also treat optic neuropathy, myasthenia gravis, and the ocular disorders that may occur with brain tumors, AIDS and stroke.

Learn more about neuro-ophthalmology, here.

View all of the Wills Eye doctors on the Neuro-Ophthalmology Service, here.

Clinic Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. — 4:30 p.m.

Location:
Wills Eye Institute
840 Walnut Street, Suite 930
Philadelphia PA 19107

Phone: (215) 928-3130
Fax: (215) 592-1923

Email: Neurophth@willseye.org

Director: Robert C. Sergott, MD