MIGS — Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery In Los Angeles

Los Angeles Glaucoma Group

Fellowship-Trained Glaucoma & Cataract Surgeons — Culver City & Torrance, Los Angeles

Glaucoma can gradually damage vision without noticeable symptoms, making early treatment and long-term pressure control essential for protecting eye health. At LA Glaucoma Group, fellowship-trained glaucoma specialists Daniel Krivoy, MD, Daniel Park, MD, and Doreen Fazio, MD, provide advanced glaucoma care using the latest minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) techniques. Our practice serves as a comprehensive MIGS center offering modern glaucoma procedures, including iStent Inject W, Hydrus Microstent, XEN Gel Stent, Kahook Dual Blade goniotomy, OMNI canaloplasty, and endocyclophotocoagulation (ECP). Our goal is to lower eye pressure, preserve vision, and reduce dependence on glaucoma medications whenever possible. Call LA Glaucoma Group today or schedule an appointment online to learn more about your treatment options.

MIGS Procedures at LA Glaucoma Group

What is minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)?

Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) refers to advanced procedures that lower intraocular pressure using smaller incisions and less tissue disruption than traditional glaucoma surgery. MIGS procedures are often recommended for patients with mild to moderate glaucoma who need better pressure control or want to reduce dependence on prescription eye drops.

At LA Glaucoma Group, we offer a comprehensive range of MIGS procedures tailored to each patient’s type and stage of glaucoma. Many procedures can also be combined with cataract surgery for improved convenience and outcomes.

What MIGS procedures do you offer?

LA Glaucoma Group is a comprehensive MIGS center offering advanced glaucoma procedures, including:

iStent Inject W® for improved fluid drainage
Hydrus® Microstent to support the eye’s drainage canal
XEN® Gel Stent for advanced glaucoma pressure reduction
Kahook Dual Blade® goniotomy to remove diseased drainage tissue
OMNI® canaloplasty and trabeculotomy to improve fluid outflow
Endocyclophotocoagulation (ECP) to reduce fluid production inside the eye

Our physicians also perform traditional glaucoma surgeries, including trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage implant surgery, when additional pressure reduction is needed.

What are the benefits of MIGS?

MIGS procedures are designed to lower eye pressure while minimizing recovery time and surgical risk. Benefits may include:

Reduced dependence on glaucoma medications
Lower intraocular pressure
Smaller incisions and faster recovery
Less disruption to surrounding eye tissue
Combination treatment during cataract surgery
Personalized options for different glaucoma stages

Not every MIGS procedure is right for every patient. Our specialists perform detailed glaucoma evaluations and diagnostic testing to determine the most effective treatment approach.

What technology do you use to diagnose and monitor glaucoma?

Accurate diagnosis and monitoring are essential for preserving vision. LA Glaucoma Group uses advanced diagnostic technology, including Zeiss Humphrey visual field analyzers, high-resolution optical coherence tomography (OCT), Zeiss Forum progression analysis software, anterior segment OCT, gonioscopy, and corneal pachymetry.

We also offer iCare HOME tonometry, which allows patients to monitor eye pressure fluctuations at home throughout the day and identify pressure spikes that may not appear during office visits.

Why choose LA Glaucoma Group for MIGS?

Our fellowship-trained glaucoma specialists are dedicated exclusively to glaucoma care and offer the full spectrum of minimally invasive and traditional glaucoma surgery. Using advanced diagnostic technology and evidence-based treatment strategies, our team is committed to delivering comprehensive glaucoma care focused on innovation, precision, and long-term vision preservation. Call the office or reach out online by phone.