Dr. Marez Megalla, MD is an ophthalmologist in Toms River, NJ specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). She graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2016 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Marez Megalla, MD is affiliated with UMASS MEMORIAL MEDICAL GROUP INC.
530 LAKEHURST ROAD SUITE 206
Toms River, NJ 08755
14 Mule Road Suite 1
Toms River, NJ 08755
Retinal Detachment Repair
The retina is the small, sensitive area at the back of the eyeball responsible for vision. It captures images and sends them to the brain, much like film in a camera. Due to thinning over time or a genetic predisposition, the retina can detach or pull away from the surrounding tissue. When this happens, blood flow to the retina can be cut off and permanent vision loss can occur. Surgery to reattach the retina, or retinal detachment repair, aligns the retina so it can heal in the correct position.
One procedure used to treat retinal detachment is called pneumatic retinopexy. In this procedure, a small bubble is injected into the eye to hold the retina in place and allow it to reattach. The patient lies face-down for several days after the procedure to help the retina heal. Other procedures make use of lasers or a cryoprobe, a tiny instrument that freezes tissue, to repair tears in the retina and stick it back into place. Sometimes a procedure called scleral buckling is used, where a tiny piece of silicone is attached to the eyeball. This creates an indent that relieves pressure on the retina and allows it to heal in the correct position.
Recovery from retinal detachment repair depends on the type of procedure used. Patients may go home right away, or have to stay in the hospital for a short time. In addition, patients may be instructed to use eye drops or wear an eye patch for a few days. In general, recovering from retinal repair takes one to two weeks. During this time, patients may experience soreness, swelling, or discharge from the eye. As vision stabilizes, patients should not drive a car or travel without checking with their doctor. Taking it easy for a short period of time can make all the difference when it comes to saving one's vision.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Marez Megalla, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Marez Megalla, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Toms River, NJ were hospital care and inpatient care.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Marez Megalla, MD treated were chronic kidney disease, hypertension and high cholesterol.
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Dr. Marez Megalla, MD graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2016. She completed residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital. She has a state license in New Jersey.
Medical School: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (2016)
Residency: Yale-New Haven Hospital
Licensed In: New Jersey
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Marez Megalla, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Constellation $167 |
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Dr. Marez Megalla's area of specialization is ophthalmology (eye disease). Areas of expertise for Dr. Megalla include retinal detachment repair, eye inflammation, and cataract surgery. She is a graduate of UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. According to Doctor.com, Dr. Megalla is currently accepting new patients at her office in Toms River, NJ.
