Brian DeBroff, MD, FACS
Professor of Ophthalmology & Visual Science; Chief, Yale New Haven Health/Bridgeport Hospital; Vice Chairman of Faculty Affairs, Ophthalmology; Affiliated Faculty, Yale Institute for Global Health
Research & Publications
Biography
News
Research Summary
1) Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery
2) Complex Cataract Surgery techniques
3) Capsulorhexis and optic capture
4) Sports Ophthalmology
Coauthors
Public Health Interests
Bioethics; Clinical Trials; Global Health; Poverty and Economic Security
Selected Publications
- Ophthalmic Manifestations, Evaluation, and Guidelines for Testing of ConcussionShteyman A, DeBroff B. Ophthalmic Manifestations, Evaluation, and Guidelines for Testing of Concussion. The Open Ophthalmology Journal 2023, 17 DOI: 10.2174/18743641-v17-e230111-2022-43.
- COVID-19: ocular manifestations, ocular secretions, and ocular portal of entryDeBroff B. COVID-19: ocular manifestations, ocular secretions, and ocular portal of entry. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2020, 10: 48-49. DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2020.10.00382.
- Ophthalmic abbreviations: “I” will save time, but will “eye” be mistaken?DeBroff B. Ophthalmic abbreviations: “I” will save time, but will “eye” be mistaken? Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2020, 10: 13-14. DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2020.10.00374.
- Tatoos and UveitisDeBroff B. Tatoos and Uveitis. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2019, 9: 29. DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2019.09.00340.
- The role of vision in the science and art of the putting stroke in the sport of golfDeBroff B. The role of vision in the science and art of the putting stroke in the sport of golf. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2018, 8 DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2018.08.00292.
- Femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgeryDeBroff B. Femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2018, 8 DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2018.08.00319.
- UBM measured changes in anterior chamber depth following pediatric IOL surgery with optic captureDeBroff B, Ramos Esteban J, Servat J. UBM measured changes in anterior chamber depth following pediatric IOL surgery with optic capture. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2018, 8 DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2018.08.00276.
- Online Reviews may be Hazardous to your HealthDeBroff B. Online Reviews may be Hazardous to your Health. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2017, 7 DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2017.07.00220.
- Lens Fragment Removal from the Anterior Chamber Using Cannula AspirationDeBroff B. Lens Fragment Removal from the Anterior Chamber Using Cannula Aspiration. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2016, 4 DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2016.04.00104.
- The Ophthalmic Science behind Eyeblack Grease and Its Use in Professional and Youth AthleticsDeBroff B. The Ophthalmic Science behind Eyeblack Grease and Its Use in Professional and Youth Athletics. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2016, 4 DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2016.04.00100.
- Intraocular Lens Optic Capture in Pediatric Cataract SurgeryDeBroff B. Intraocular Lens Optic Capture in Pediatric Cataract Surgery. Advances In Ophthalmology & Visual System 2014, 1 DOI: 10.15406/aovs.2014.01.00012.
- Chapter 26 Surgical Management of Pediatric Cataracts and AphakiaGimbel H, DeBroff B, Dunbar J, Nihalani B. Chapter 26 Surgical Management of Pediatric Cataracts and Aphakia. 2010, 311-331. DOI: 10.1016/b978-1-4160-3225-0.00026-x.
- Pediatric IOL Implant SurgeryDeBroff B. Pediatric IOL Implant Surgery. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2009, 7: 36-39. DOI: 10.1097/ito.0b013e3181aabb4a.
- Double Optic Capture With Capsular Bag FusionDeBroff B, Nihalani B. Double Optic Capture With Capsular Bag Fusion. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2008, 6: 31-34. DOI: 10.1097/ito.0b013e31817dcb2e.
- The Acrismart Microincision Intraocular LensDeBroff B. The Acrismart Microincision Intraocular Lens. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2006, 4: 95. DOI: 10.1097/01.ito.0000242541.64120.3e.
- The effect of Gonioscopy on keratometry and corneal surface topographyGeorge MK, Kuriakose T, DeBroff BM, Emerson JW. The effect of Gonioscopy on keratometry and corneal surface topography. BMC Ophthalmology 2006, 6: 26. PMID: 16780595, PMCID: PMC1550259, DOI: 10.1186/1471-2415-6-26.
- The Ultra SleeveDeBroff B. The Ultra Sleeve. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2006, 4: 55. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200606000-00002.
- The Surge Phenomenon during Phacoemulsification SurgeryDeBroff B. The Surge Phenomenon during Phacoemulsification Surgery. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2006, 4: 6. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200603000-00002.
- Acrysof Hydrophobic Acrylic Intraocular LensGeorge M, DeBroff B. Acrysof Hydrophobic Acrylic Intraocular Lens. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2005, 3: 165. DOI: 10.1097/01.ito.0000191545.49029.e1.
- Vejarano Irrigating ChopperDeBroff B. Vejarano Irrigating Chopper. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2005, 3: 115. DOI: 10.1097/01.ito.0000177614.04431.ab.
- Comparison of Histopathologic Features, Clinical Symptoms, and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rates in Biopsy-Positive Temporal ArteritisDiaz VA, DeBroff BM, Sinard J. Comparison of Histopathologic Features, Clinical Symptoms, and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rates in Biopsy-Positive Temporal Arteritis. Ophthalmology 2005, 112: 1293-1298. PMID: 15921755, DOI: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2005.02.016.
- Sensar With OptiEdge Intraocular LensDeBroff B. Sensar With OptiEdge Intraocular Lens. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2005, 3: 71. DOI: 10.1097/01.ito.0000167750.01366.ba.
- Current Methods of Ultrasound Phaco Power ModulationDeBroff B. Current Methods of Ultrasound Phaco Power Modulation. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2005, 3: 6. DOI: 10.1097/01.ito.0000157426.87534.ff.
- Tegaderm Eyelid DrapingDeBroff B. Tegaderm Eyelid Draping. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2004, 2: 103. DOI: 10.1097/01.ito.0000141354.21640.a3.
- PRODUCT REVIEWDebroff B. PRODUCT REVIEW. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2004, 2: 41-42. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200406000-00002.
- Koch ChopperDeBroff B. Koch Chopper. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2004, 2: 5. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200403000-00002.
- Intraocular lens optic captureGimbel HV, DeBroff BM. Intraocular lens optic capture. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 2004, 30: 200-206. PMID: 14967291, DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2003.11.035.
- Indocyanine Green DyeDeBroff B. Indocyanine Green Dye. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2003, 1: 145. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200309000-00002.
- Pediatric IOL Implant Surgery: Performing Posterior Capsulorrhexis with Optic CaptureDeBroff B. Pediatric IOL Implant Surgery: Performing Posterior Capsulorrhexis with Optic Capture. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2003, 1: 141-145. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200309000-00001.
- The ability of periorbitally applied antiglare products to improve contrast sensitivity in conditions of sunlight exposure.DeBroff BM, Pahk PJ. The ability of periorbitally applied antiglare products to improve contrast sensitivity in conditions of sunlight exposure. JAMA Ophthalmology 2003, 121: 997-1001. PMID: 12860804, DOI: 10.1001/archopht.121.7.997.
- Healon 5DeBroff B. Healon 5. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2003, 1: 80. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200306000-00002.
- Kelman TipDeBroff B. Kelman Tip. Techniques In Ophthalmology 2003, 1: 11. DOI: 10.1097/00145756-200303000-00003.
- Cataract Surgery in Complicated Cases. Edited by Lucio Buratto, Robert H. Osher, and Samuel Masket. Thorofare, New Jersey, Slack Incorporated, 2000. 466 pages.DeBroff B. Cataract Surgery in Complicated Cases. Edited by Lucio Buratto, Robert H. Osher, and Samuel Masket. Thorofare, New Jersey, Slack Incorporated, 2000. 466 pages. American Journal Of Ophthalmology 2001, 131: 533-534. DOI: 10.1016/s0002-9394(00)00823-0.
- Results of Bilateral Cataract Extraction with Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens Implantation in ChildrenGimbel H, Basti S, Ferensowicz M, DeBroff B. Results of Bilateral Cataract Extraction with Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens Implantation in Children. Ophthalmology 1997, 104: 1737-1743. PMID: 9373100, DOI: 10.1016/s0161-6420(97)30033-5.
- Anterior chamber fluid cultures following phacoemulsification and posterior chamber lens implantation.Gimbel H, Sun R, DeBroff B, Yang H. Anterior chamber fluid cultures following phacoemulsification and posterior chamber lens implantation. Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers And Imaging Retina 1996, 27: 121-6. PMID: 8640434, DOI: 10.3928/1542-8877-19960201-06.
- Effects of wound architecture and suture technique on postoperative astigmatism.Gimbel H, Sun R, DeBroff B. Effects of wound architecture and suture technique on postoperative astigmatism. Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers And Imaging Retina 1995, 26: 524-8. PMID: 8746573, DOI: 10.3928/1542-8877-19951101-06.
- Intraocular pressure response to combined phacoemulsification and trabeculotomy ab externo versus phacoemulsification alone in primary open-angle glaucomaGimbel H, Meyer D, DeBroff B, Roux C, Ferensowicz M. Intraocular pressure response to combined phacoemulsification and trabeculotomy ab externo versus phacoemulsification alone in primary open-angle glaucoma. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 1995, 21: 653-660. PMID: 8551442, DOI: 10.1016/s0886-3350(13)80561-5.
- Retrobulbar anesthesia with 7.5 vs. 0.75 IU/mL of hyaluronidase.DeBroff B, Hamilton R, Loken R, Gimbel H, Ferensowicz M. Retrobulbar anesthesia with 7.5 vs. 0.75 IU/mL of hyaluronidase. Canadian Journal Of Ophthalmology 1995, 30: 262-4. PMID: 8529162.
- Recognition and management of internal wound gapeGimbel H, Sun R, DeBroff B. Recognition and management of internal wound gape. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 1995, 21: 121-124. PMID: 7791048, DOI: 10.1016/s0886-3350(13)80496-8.
- Comparison of laser and manual removal of corneal epithelium for photorefractive keratectomy.Gimbel H, DeBroff B, Beldavs R, van Westenbrugge J, Ferensowicz M. Comparison of laser and manual removal of corneal epithelium for photorefractive keratectomy. Journal Of Refractive Surgery 1995, 11: 36-41. PMID: 7641047, DOI: 10.3928/1081-597x-19950101-10.
- Recommendation for Correctly Analyzing Photorefractive Keratectomy Centration DataSun R, Gimbel H, DeBroff B. Recommendation for Correctly Analyzing Photorefractive Keratectomy Centration Data. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 1995, 21: 4-5. PMID: 7722900, DOI: 10.1016/s0886-3350(13)80466-x.
- Posterior capsulorhexis with optic capture: Maintaining a clear visual axis after pediatric cataract surgeryGimbel H, DeBroff B. Posterior capsulorhexis with optic capture: Maintaining a clear visual axis after pediatric cataract surgery. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 1994, 20: 658-664. PMID: 7837081, DOI: 10.1016/s0886-3350(13)80659-1.
- Aqueous flare increase after light exposure in age-related macular degeneration.Cuzzani O, Onodera T, Gimbel H, DeBroff B. Aqueous flare increase after light exposure in age-related macular degeneration. Canadian Journal Of Ophthalmology 1994, 29: 172-5. PMID: 7994671.
- Surgical results of penetrating keratoplasty in essential iris atrophy.DeBroff B, Thoft R. Surgical results of penetrating keratoplasty in essential iris atrophy. Journal Of Refractive Surgery 1994, 10: 428-32. PMID: 7528614, DOI: 10.3928/1081-597x-19940701-09.
- Clinical characteristics of corneal foreign bodies and their associated culture results.DeBroff B, Donahue S, Caputo B, Azar M, Kowalski R, Karenchak L. Clinical characteristics of corneal foreign bodies and their associated culture results. Eye & Contact Lens Science & Clinical Practice 1994, 20: 128-30. PMID: 8044979.
- Effects of cycloplegia and iris pigmentation on postoperative intraocular inflammation.Onodera T, Gimbel H, DeBroff B. Effects of cycloplegia and iris pigmentation on postoperative intraocular inflammation. Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers And Imaging Retina 1993, 24: 746-52. PMID: 8290213, DOI: 10.3928/1542-8877-19931101-08.
- Bilateral Optic Neuropathy as the initial Manifestation of Systemic SarcoidosisDeBroff B, Donahue S. Bilateral Optic Neuropathy as the initial Manifestation of Systemic Sarcoidosis. American Journal Of Ophthalmology 1993, 116: 108-111. PMID: 8328532, DOI: 10.1016/s0002-9394(14)71759-3.
- Aqueous flare and cell number in healthy eyes of Caucasians.Onodera T, Gimbel H, DeBroff B. Aqueous flare and cell number in healthy eyes of Caucasians. Japanese Journal Of Ophthalmology 1993, 37: 445-51. PMID: 8145389.
- Migraine Associated with Periorbital EcchymosisDeBroff B, Spierings E. Migraine Associated with Periorbital Ecchymosis. Headache The Journal Of Head And Face Pain 1990, 30: 260-263. PMID: 2354948, DOI: 10.1111/j.1526-4610.1990.hed3005260.x.