1980s
1980
Kremer Eye Center surgeons apply the concepts of Russian ophthalmologist Dr. Svyatoslav Fyodorov to perform the first Radial Keratotomy in the Philadelphia region.
Kremer surgeons invent the ultrasonic pachymeter, which allow surgeons to measure corneal thickness more accurately before performing refractive surgery. This device continues to be an integral part of all vision correction procedures.
1981
Our founder Dr. Frederic Kremer invents the bifixation forceps.
1982
Kremer Eye Center surgeons use the cryolathe (freezing) technique of Barraquer to perform the Keratomileusis in the Philadelphia region.
1983
Kremer Eye Center surgeons are the first in the world to use multiple regression analysis to improve predictability of refractive surgery.
Kremer Eye Center surgeons are the first in the world to use Radial Keratotomy following Keratomileusis.
1985
Kremer Eye Center surgeons build the first, freestanding, certified eye surgicenter in the Philadelphia region.
1989
Kremer Eye Center surgeons are the first to perform one-stitch cataract procedures in the Philadelphia region.
Kremer Eye Center surgeons collaborate to invent the ophthalmic shield with removable compression device.
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