Retinal injury from a laser skin resurfacing device during medical tourism: a public health concern.

Background: Laser skin resurfacing is a popular cosmetic procedure for noninvasive skin rejuvenation. Since health insurance plans often do not cover these types of procedures, patients often pay out of pocket. Consequently, there is an incentive to go abroad, where prices are more affordable.

Possible association of keratoconus progression with gender-affirming hormone therapy: A case report.

Purpose: To present a case of keratoconus progression following gender-affirming hormone therapy.

Observations: A 28-year-old male-to-female transgender patient with potential past ocular history of subclinical keratoconus presented with subacute worsening myopia of both eyes (OU), 4 months after initiation of gender-affirming hormone therapy. A diagnosis of keratoconus was established based on slit-lamp exam and computerized corneal tomography.

A Decade of Surgery Aboard the U.S. Naval Ship COMFORT (T-AH 20).

Introduction: The U.S. Naval Ship COMFORT has performed six humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission since 2007.