August 14, 2024
Guest: Eduardo C. Alfonso, M.D.
Listen Time: 33m 51s
We’re exploring visionary breakthroughs in the field of ophthalmology with Eduardo Alfonso, M.D., director of Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Alfonso and his colleagues are at the forefront of innovative eye care therapies, addressing retinal diseases that affect millions worldwide. Now, they have their sights set on an ambitious project - whole eye transplant.
The team is currently exploring the use of an ECMO device to preserve a donated eye, enabling them to apply gene therapy and stem cells, replace specific parts of the organ, and enhance its functionality.
Tune in to hear more about this fascinating venture, as well as other breakthroughs and challenges in the field that are providing new avenues for disease modeling, drug screening and cellular therapies.
