Management and Treatment of Red Eyes in Primary Care

Authors

  • Jamie Bhamra, MD University of Calgary, Division of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, Calgary, AB
  • Antoine Sylvestre-Bouchard, MD Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, University of Calgary

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58931/cpct.2024.2231

Abstract

Red eyes are a common complaint in primary care settings, with a plethora of causes and implications. Some etiologies are benign and self-limiting, while others are sight threatening and require urgent referral to an ophthalmologist. Therefore, it is important for primary care physicians to be able to carry out a diligent eye exam, recognize the signs and symptoms of different types of red eye presentations, to initiate appropriate management and treatment and to refer to ophthalmology when needed.

Author Biographies

Jamie Bhamra, MD, University of Calgary, Division of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, Calgary, AB

Dr. Jamie Bhamra is an ophthalmologist with advanced training in cataract and corneal surgery, including refractive surgery, corneal cross-linking, external disease, ocular surface disease, and dry eye. Originally from Fernie, British Columbia, Calgary was an easy choice to pursue his post-secondary training. He completed his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Calgary. Post-graduate training in ophthalmology was completed in Canada and the United States. Ophthalmology residency training was at the prestigious University of Ottawa Eye Institute. Dr. Bhamra was fortunate to obtain his fellowship at the world-renowned Proctor Foundation and University of California, San Francisco. His subspecialty training includes cornea, external disease, refractive surgery, and uveitis.

Antoine Sylvestre-Bouchard, MD, Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, University of Calgary

Dr. Antoine Sylvestre-Bouchard serves as the chief ophthalmology resident at the University of Calgary. He holds an MD-MSc from the University de Montréal, where he conducted research on the biocompatibility of a novel corneal biosynthetic implant designed to replace allografts in complex inflammatory diseases. Previously, he held the position of Research Director, and he currently serves as the Communications Director for the Council of Canadian Ophthalmology Residents. On top of medical education, advanced anterior segment surgery and visual rehabilitation, he is highly invested in the application of AI and VR in vision health.

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Bhamra J, Sylvestre-Bouchard A. Management and Treatment of Red Eyes in Primary Care. Can Prim Care Today [Internet]. 2024 Sep. 9 [cited 2024 Oct. 16];2(2):26–33. Available from: https://canadianprimarycaretoday.com/article/view/2-2-bhamra_et_al

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