Glaucoma

Glaucoma 

Glaucoma is an optic nerve disease and is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. It is called the ‘sneak thief of sight’ because it usually decreases one’s peripheral vision. This loss of vision is not noticed until the loss becomes more central. Glaucoma is treated through eye drops, laser and surgery. 

Treating glaucoma at Legacy Devers Eye Institute

The glaucoma department at Legacy Devers Eye Institute strives to provide the highest quality eye care. This includes educating and empowering patients to help them understand glaucoma and cataracts; providing treatment that is evidenced-based, patient-centered and cost effective; and participating in innovative research sponsored by industry, private foundations and the National Institutes of Health. 

Through these measures, Legacy Devers Eye Institute provides a unique environment to decrease the burden of visual impairment from glaucoma. 

International expertise

Legacy Devers Eye Institute is an internationally recognized center for research in the prevention and treatment of glaucoma. Our team is composed of experts in glaucoma treatment and includes the Thelma and Gilbert Schnitzer Comprehensive Glaucoma Center. The center was established in 2007 through a generous gift from the Schnitzer/Novack Foundation to bring together glaucoma clinical care and research.

Worldwide leaders

Our physicians, Steven Mansberger, MD, MPH, Robert Kinast, MD and Zoey Stoumbos, MD, are recognized internationally in the field of glaucoma surgery. They specialize in the use of innovative techniques, such as laser, advanced cataract surgery, trabeculectomy, glaucoma tube implants and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. 

For more information

For new patient scheduling, glaucoma and cataract surgery, please contact us: 

• Phone: 503-413-6491
• Fax: 503-413-6937

For new patients planning a visit, please be prepared to provide a full medical history (medical diagnoses, allergies, surgical/social/family history and a list of all medications). Bring your glasses or contacts to your appointment.