He is the founder of the charles retina institute, located in memphis. Steve charles, md, facs, fics v itreoretinal traction in. Steve charles theres no retirement plan in sight memphis. Retina today steve charles, md, facs, fics april 2018. He authored a leading textbook in the field which is now in the 5th.
Today, his practice has become the charles retina institute, in memphis, tenn. Vitreous microsurgery steve charles, jorge calzada. Steve charles, md is the worlds leading vitreoretinal surgeons and has developed many of the techniques and devices used by vitreoretinal surgeons worldwide. This technique has been improved by using an inside out, circular motion and special forceps that conform to the retina surface. Charles has shaped the course of modern retina surgery. The future of surgical retina in the era of medical retina. He authored a leading textbook in the field which is now in the 5th edition and in 6 languages and authored over 174 articles in the medical literature and over.
He is the author of one of the leading textbooks in the field along with nearly 200 scholarly publications. More than 170 threedimensional fullcolor illustrationsmany by the charles retina. When bestselling author and political commentator james c. Charles brought an immediate response from the doctor and an invitation to come to memphis right away. He authored a leading textbook in the field which is now in the 5th edition and in. More than 170 threedimensional fullcolor illustrationsmany by the charles retina institutes resident medical artist, byron woodenable surgeons to clearly visualize the techniques. Steve charles, md is one of the worlds leading vitreoretinal surgeons and has developed many of the techniques and devices used by vitreoretinal surgeons worldwide. Steve charles has earned a welldeserved rest that hell never take. This thoroughly updated fifth edition describes many new techniques and refinements of established procedures. Steve charles is a vitreoretinal surgeon who has developed many of the techniques and. Plus, free twoday shipping for six months when you sign up for amazon prime for students.
Steve charles is to the worlds eye doctors what lebron james is to the worlds basketball players. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Steve charles, is more precise than the films method. Steven charles, md is an ophthalmology specialist in germantown, tn and has been practicing for 45 years. He used his thumb to press my upper eyelid against my brow and then swung his light over my eye to examine the retina. To provide the best level of clinical retina care available and. New book chronicles the career of steve charles, md. Charles developed forceps membrane peeling techniques in the early 1980s. He has developed standard of care surgical techniques for operating on the retina as. Steve charles is a practicing ophthalmology doctor in germantown, tn. Vitreous microsurgery by steve charles, jorge calzada.
Search results for steve charles retinal physician. At charles retina institute, youre in good hands, starting with the worldfamous dr. He graduated from university of miami school of medicine in. Written by a pioneering leader in the development of vitreoretinal surgical techniques and instruments, vitreous microsurgery is a comprehensive howto guide to all vitreoretinal procedures. Written by a pioneering leader in the development of vitreoretinal surgical techniques and instruments, vitreous microsu. Read vitreous microsurgery by steve charles available from rakuten kobo. The resulting soontobe released book, give back the light.
Steve charles, md has developed many of the techniques and devices used by vitreoretinal surgeons worldwide. Buy vitreous microsurgery 5th revised edition by steve charles, jorge calzada, byron wood isbn. In patients who have retinal tears, fluid from the vitreous cavity can move through the tear and underneath the retina, causing a retinal detachment. This slide shows a detachment demonstrating retinal folds and loss of some transparency of the inner retina tissue so. Located in germantown, tennessee, and founded by dr. Moore experienced a retinal detachment in his right eye, he was confident that his local retina specialist in austin, texas, could fix the. The discussions are primarily based on his own clinical experience although there is mention of study results.
What piece of advice would you give to your younger self. Surgeonengineer steve charles has advice for aspiring. Written by a pioneering leader in the development of vitreoretinal s. Dressler ophthalmology associates 3930 pender drive suite 10 fairfax, virginia 22030 tel. He is the founder of the charles retina institute, located in memphis, tennessee, which is an eye clinic specializing in the treatment of retina, macula, and vitreous diseases. Charles attended columbia university in the united states where he was the 1979 ivy league mvp and a 1979 first team all american.
He has performed more than 38,000 retinal surgeries in 25 countries, lectured in 51 countries and authored a textbook, vitreous microsurgery. Spotlight interview with steve charles touchophthalmology. Book by charles md, steve, katz, adam, wood, byron. Retina today is a publication that delivers the latest research and clinical developments from areas such as medical retina, retinal surgery, vitreous, diabetes, retinal imaging, posterior segment oncology and ocular trauma. He has performed over 31,000 vitreoretinal surgeries, lectured in 50 countries and operated in 25, delivered 16 named lectures, and over speaking trips. Buy vitreous microsurgery book online at low prices in. I particularly liked many of the illustrations, which i have seen in chapters of other retina texts that dr. Heterophoric, accommodative, and eye movement disorders by steve charles, md, jorge calzada, md, byron wood online at alibris.
Steve charles, md ophthalmology innovation summit ois. Steve charles in memphis, the noted clinician, inventor, and innovator whose achievements in advancing retina surgery are legendary within the retina community. Charles retina institute is one of the worlds foremost retinal clinics, specializing in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery. Vitreous microsurgery by steve charles md, adam katz md. Charles retina institute is one of the worlds foremost retinal clinics. Steve charles stands right at the top of that pyramid. Steve charles, charles retina institute ophthalmology. He has performed over 36,000 vitreoretinal surgeries, lectured in 50 countries and operated in 25, delivered 17 named lectures, and over speaking trips. Being written by arguably the worlds most experienced and respected vitreoretinal surgeon, it is a gold mine of gems and short cuts which steve charles has evolved over many years of research and passed on to the reader. Vitreous microsurgery by steve charles and jorge calzada and byron wood overview written by a pioneering leader in the development of vitreoretinal surgical techniques and instruments, vitreous microsurgery is a comprehensive howto guide to all vitreoretinal procedures. After more than 45 years of operating, teaching, writing and engineering, vitreoretinal surgeon dr.
Steve charles was unimposing, a bit over six feet tall with an athletic presence, but his unmistakable confidence filled the room. More than 170 threedimensional fullcolor illustrationsmany by the charles retina institute. Products purchased from 3rd party sellers are not guaranteed by. A doctors relentless struggle to end blindness greenleaf press balances moores compelling personal struggles as a patient with descriptions of dr. Charles has developed to preserve our precious vision. Steve charles, md, facs, fics charles retina institute. He rarely sleeps more than two hours at a time, he doesnt take vacations, he has no hobbies, he doesnt watch sports and he hasnt seen a movie in 30 years. He is a fellow in the american college of surgeons and international college of surgeons and a member of the retina society, macular society.
He has performed over 30,000 vitreoretinal surgeries, lectured in 50 countries and operated in 25, delivered 16 named lectures, and over speaking trips. Edition 5 ebook written by steve charles, jorge calzada, byron wood. Retinal detachment american academy of ophthalmology. Charles prodigious technical achievements in retina surgery. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read vitreous microsurgery. Moore does a masterful job of combining his compelling personal struggle as a patient with clear explanations of eye structures, ophthalmic procedures, and the innovative techniques and instruments that dr. Cigna ppo aetna hmo bcbs tn blue network e coventry ppo tn. Steve charles the power list 2020 power list steve charles, ceo and founder, charles retina institute, clinical professor of ophthalmology, university of tennessee, tn, usa if you had three wishes, what would they be. World peace, equality for women, no more domestic violence. Charles is an ophthalmologist in germantown, tennessee and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area. Vitreous microsurgery ebook by steve charles rakuten kobo. This edition has new chapters on the constellation vitrectomy system, uveitis, retinal complications of permanent keratoprosthesis, and antivegf therapy.