Author: Dr. Jade Marie Tomaszewski

Dr. Jade Marie Tomaszewski is a pathologist-in-training at McGill University, where she also did her degree in MSc Pathology. She obtained her medical degree (MD) from the University of the Philippines, after completing a BSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. In her (little) spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, curling up with a book and a large mug of tea, and trying out new recipes in the kitchen. You can follow her on LinkedIn and Twitter.

January 2, 2021 Neuro-ophthalmology

Methylphenidate can improve visual field testing outcomes

Used for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, the drug has also shown potential use in eliminating some cognitive artifacts

August 21, 2020 Vitreoretina

The connection between the health of your nails and your eyes

Nailfold and retinal microcirculation have been showed to linked in this study of healthy subjects.

August 4, 2020 Vitreoretina

The surprising link between fatty acids and early AMD

A higher intake of saturated fatty acid is inversely associated with the presence of early age-related macular degeneration.

July 26, 2020 Ophthalmic Pathology

Fenofibrate may prevent ocular surface squamous metaplasia

Normally used to lower triglyceride levels in the blood, fenofibrate may have some potential as a preventative agent to prevent

July 12, 2020 Cornea

Hypoxia regulates meibomian gland function

Decreased oxygen in the local environment is shown to be essential for the normal function of meibomian glands.

July 1, 2020 Glaucoma

Obstructive sleep apnea linked to early optic nerve damage

In patients with obstructive sleep apnea and normal intraocular pressures, imaging of the optic nerve showed some changes associated with

May 28, 2020 Conjunctiva

What role do the eyes play in the novel coronavirus disease?

The eyes do not seem to be a preferred site of entry or infection of the novel SARS-CoV2 virus.

May 19, 2020 Clinical Practice

What ophthalmologists can do during the coronavirus pandemic

Eye doctors are more at risk for coronavirus infection. Here are some measures that can be done to ameliorate that

May 12, 2020 Cornea

Corneal endothelial keratoplasty: DMEK vs UT-DSAEK

There were no differences between the two techniques in terms of best corrected visual acuity, refractive astigmatism, and endothelial cell

May 6, 2020 Vitreoretina

What is the best surgery for moderately complex retinal detachment?

A large retrospective study seeks to analyze if there is evidence for the current practices opined by ophthalmologists.