The word neuro by definition refers to the nerves and the central nervous system, and ophthalmology involves the physiology, anatomy and health of the eyeball. A neuro-ophthalmologist specializes in vision problems related to diseases of the nervous system and issues with eyesight that emit from the nerves.

Conditions treated by neuro-ophthalmologists include loss of vision due to trauma, strokes, infections, and toxicities. This specialty also treats those with double vision due to misalignment and those who experience problems with eye movement. 

Services

• Double vision
• Optic nerve disorders
• Myasthenia Gravis
• Arterial and venous system strokes involving the optic nerve ( AION and CRVO)
• Giant cell Arteritis affecting the optic nerve Brian tumors affecting the optic nerve

 Meet Our Specialist

USF Health neuro-ophthalmologists are specially trained to diagnose and treat conditions associated with neurological and visual disorders. 

Dr. Mitch Drucker MD heads the Neuro-ophthalmology services.

Dr. Drucker has been serving Central Florida patients with various eye-related neuro problems for the past 30 years.

 

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