Behind the Scenes: features ophthalmic surgeons from Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute explaining common eye conditions, treatment options, and what to expect before, during, and after various procedures. These videos provide an inside look at modern ophthalmic care — from routine treatments to advanced surgical techniques — to help patients understand their options and feel more confident about their care.

Eyelid Skin Cancer: Understanding Treatment and Reconstruction with Dr. Gil Epstein

Skin cancers that affect the eyelids require a highly precise and carefully planned approach due to the complexity of the eyelid area. At Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute, Dr. Gil Epstein specializes in the evaluation, removal, and eyelid skin cancer reconstruction with the dual goal of eliminating disease and preserving [...]

Eyelid Skin Cancer: Understanding Treatment and Reconstruction with Dr. Gil Epstein

Vitrectomy Surgery: What to Expect by Dr. Tirso Lara

If you have been told you need vitrectomy surgery, it’s completely normal to have questions or feel unsure about what the process is like. In this video, vitreoretinal surgeon Dr. Tirso Lara walks you through what to expect before, during, and after vitrectomy surgery so you can feel prepared [...]

Vitrectomy Surgery: What to Expect by Dr. Tirso Lara

Mechanical Upper Lid Ptosis Repair or Blepharoplasty by Gil Epstein, MD

A mechanical upper lid ptosis repair or blepharoplasty is started by making a mark on the skin to make sure there's enough skin to allow the eyelid to close. Following this, the area is anesthetized with local anesthesia. Then an incision is made along the elliptical area previously [...]

Mechanical Upper Lid Ptosis Repair or Blepharoplasty by Gil Epstein, MD

Behind the Scenes: Our Ophthalmic Surgeons

Eyelid Skin Cancer: Understanding Treatment and Reconstruction with Dr. Gil Epstein

Vitrectomy Surgery: What to Expect by Dr. Tirso Lara

Mechanical Upper Lid Ptosis Repair or Blepharoplasty by Gil Epstein, MD