Helen Danesh-Meyer
Helen Danesh-Meyer
Helen Danesh-Meyer (pronunciation: /ˈhɛlɪn ˈdænɪʃ ˈmaɪər/) is a renowned ophthalmologist and neurologist known for her significant contributions to the field of neuro-ophthalmology.
Etymology
The name 'Helen' is of Greek origin, meaning 'shining light' or 'the bright one'. 'Danesh-Meyer' is a compound surname of Persian and German origin. 'Danesh' is a Persian name meaning 'knowledge' or 'wisdom', and 'Meyer' is a German surname meaning 'mayor' or 'steward'.
Career
Helen Danesh-Meyer is a distinguished professor at the University of Auckland, where she holds the Sir William and Lady Stevenson Professorship in Ophthalmology. She is also the founder and director of the New Zealand National Eye Centre. Her research primarily focuses on optic nerve diseases, including glaucoma and optic neuritis.
Contributions
Danesh-Meyer has made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of various optic nerve diseases. She has published numerous research articles in prestigious medical journals and has received several awards for her work, including the prestigious RANZCO medal.
Related Terms
- Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
- Neurology: The branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the nervous system.
- Neuro-ophthalmology: A subspecialty that merges the fields of neurology and ophthalmology, dealing with complex systemic diseases that have manifestations in the visual system.
- Optic nerve: The nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.
- Glaucoma: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often caused by abnormally high pressure in your eye.
- Optic neuritis: Inflammation that damages the optic nerve, often causing temporary vision loss.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Helen Danesh-Meyer
- Wikipedia's article - Helen Danesh-Meyer
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