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Dr. Yuri Oleynikov, MD, PHD
Ophthalmologist
<p>Dr. Yuri Oleynikov is an ophthalmologist practicing in Beverly Hills, CA. He is a cataract and cornea specialist who received his MD and PhD in Molecular Medicine from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He is specializing in complex laser cornea and cataract lens surgery, keratoconus, anterior segment reconstruction, corneal transplantation, and artificial cornea.</p>
<p>Dr.Oleynikov completed his training in Ophthalmology at Columbia University and his Cornea/Anterior Segment Fellowship at UCLA. He worked as a Clinical Instructor at Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA and conducted research at Cedars-Sinai Keratoconus Research Program. Dr.Oleynikov also trained in eye plastic surgery with late USC Professor and former Chief of Ophthalmology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center Dr.William Fein in Beverly hills. </p>
<p>Dr. Oleynikov specializes in laser eye surgery and vision care and diagnoses and treats eye diseases, performs eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care. His research topics include corneal biomechanics, crosslinking and Intacs for keratoconus, stem cell and regeneration. He now practices at Ophthalmology Consultants of Beverly Hills.</p>
<p>Dr.Oleynikov completed his training in Ophthalmology at Columbia University and his Cornea/Anterior Segment Fellowship at UCLA. He worked as a Clinical Instructor at Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA and conducted research at Cedars-Sinai Keratoconus Research Program. Dr.Oleynikov also trained in eye plastic surgery with late USC Professor and former Chief of Ophthalmology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center Dr.William Fein in Beverly hills. </p>
<p>Dr. Oleynikov specializes in laser eye surgery and vision care and diagnoses and treats eye diseases, performs eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care. His research topics include corneal biomechanics, crosslinking and Intacs for keratoconus, stem cell and regeneration. He now practices at Ophthalmology Consultants of Beverly Hills.</p>
Dr. Yuri Oleynikov, MD, PHD
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Is it normal for children to see spots?
This depends on what kind of spots the child sees and what eye conditions they have. In general, this is not normal and may be indicative of high eye or brain fluid pressure. I READ MORE
This depends on what kind of spots the child sees and what eye conditions they have. In general, this is not normal and may be indicative of high eye or brain fluid pressure. I would recommend a full exam with an ophthalmologist, pediatrician, etc., soon.
How long does it take for pink eye to go away?
Depending on the cause. 7-10 days if it is a garden variety viral pink eye.
Can a fever make your eyes burn?
Yes, it's a common symptom. It may also indicate an early conjunctivitis that goes along with a cold.
Is it bad to wear contacts everyday?
Yes, it decreases oxygen supply to the front of the eye, increases chances of infection and dry eye symptoms. Try to limit contact lens wear to a few hours if you can. The magnitude READ MORE
Yes, it decreases oxygen supply to the front of the eye, increases chances of infection and dry eye symptoms. Try to limit contact lens wear to a few hours if you can. The magnitude of the effect depends on contact lens material and how healthy the eyes are overall.
Can stress cause red eyes?
Not directly, typically. But stress causes cortisone increase in the body lowering immune defenses. That may lead to an infection, and increase dryness. Sometimes it disrupts immune READ MORE
Not directly, typically. But stress causes cortisone increase in the body lowering immune defenses. That may lead to an infection, and increase dryness. Sometimes it disrupts immune regulation and makes allergic reaction to a common antigen more likely.
What helps red eyes fast?
Depends on the cause, needs to be determined by an MD. Please follow up with your doctor.
Do eye drops have side effects?
Artificial tears usually do not have any side effects. Medicated drops most often do and need to be evaluated individually.
How can I hydrate my eyes after LASIK?
The best thing to do is to use preservative-free artificial tears in single containers every hour during the day, whether you feel dry or not. Putting them in before symptoms develop READ MORE
The best thing to do is to use preservative-free artificial tears in single containers every hour during the day, whether you feel dry or not. Putting them in before symptoms develop will not allow inflammation , that suppresses tear glands, to develop. One can also use Restasis/Cequa and Xiidra if the former is not sufficient.
Can dry eye be cured in children?
Based on his symptoms, this is likely an allergic conjunctivitis/blepharitis. He likely needs antihistamine drops. This should be treated or could lead to other problems if he READ MORE
Based on his symptoms, this is likely an allergic conjunctivitis/blepharitis. He likely needs antihistamine drops. This should be treated or could lead to other problems if he rubs the eyes often and hard.
What are the best eye drops for dry eye?
Unfortunately, there is no single best drop. Human tear film consists of three major components: aqueous liquid, fatty acids and mucin. Some drops maintain the aqueous layer, others READ MORE
Unfortunately, there is no single best drop. Human tear film consists of three major components: aqueous liquid, fatty acids and mucin. Some drops maintain the aqueous layer, others add mineral oil, some add polymers to replace mucin. So, it's a trial and error, or see an MD to evaluate what type the condition would be helped by best. Sometimes you need more than just these drops. Initially just try TheraTears, Systane or Refresh Complete, Genteal, etc.
What are the best eye exercises?
Take breaks every 20-30 minutes, and relax the eyes by covering them with hands for 1-2 min. Then, look far and close, then up-down, left-right about 5-10 times, then circles 2-3 READ MORE
Take breaks every 20-30 minutes, and relax the eyes by covering them with hands for 1-2 min. Then, look far and close, then up-down, left-right about 5-10 times, then circles 2-3 times.
How do you get rid of conjunctivitis?
It depends on the cause - infectious , allergic, toxic, etc. Often antibiotics help, of antihistamines are needed. A person needs to see a doctor to find a cause and determine READ MORE
It depends on the cause - infectious , allergic, toxic, etc. Often antibiotics help, of antihistamines are needed. A person needs to see a doctor to find a cause and determine appropriate treatment to avoid complications and vision problems.
Do I need to see a doctor with conjunctivitis?
It depends on the cause - infectious , allergic, toxic, etc. Often antibiotics help, of antihistamines are needed. A person needs to see a doctor to find a cause and determine READ MORE
It depends on the cause - infectious , allergic, toxic, etc. Often antibiotics help, of antihistamines are needed. A person needs to see a doctor to find a cause and determine appropriate treatment to avoid complications and vision problems.
How long does it take for red, itchy eyes to clear?
Could be a week, could be a year - depends on the cause and treatment. A person needs to see a doctor to find a cause and determine appropriate treatment to avoid complications READ MORE
Could be a week, could be a year - depends on the cause and treatment. A person needs to see a doctor to find a cause and determine appropriate treatment to avoid complications and vision problems.
What happens if you don't treat conjunctivitis?
Conjunctival scarring, corneal scarring, stretching and atrophy of superficial tissues, and spread of inflammation to internal structures if advanced. Sometimes endogenous antibacterial READ MORE
Conjunctival scarring, corneal scarring, stretching and atrophy of superficial tissues, and spread of inflammation to internal structures if advanced. Sometimes endogenous antibacterial proteins in a young person's tears prevent that naturally.
Is saltwater good for conjunctivitis?
Only if it's sterile saline to remove mucus and pus, i.e., eyewash.
