Shunji Kusaka,MD
Practice: Kindai University Hospital
Location: Osaka, Japan
Website: https://www.med.kindai.ac.jp/optho/
Phone: +81-72-366-0221(ext. 3234)
Email: skusaka@gmail.com
I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal and cataract diseases. I perform a wide range of surgical procedures, particularly for intractable vitreoretinal and cataract diseases, including in children, and actively accept patients from distant locations, including overseas. Since joining the Department of Ophthalmology in 1986, I have consistently pursued ophthalmic surgery, particularly vitreoretinal and cataract surgery, and have continued to develop my skills to this day. I specialize in surgical treatment (vitreous surgery) for retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, epiretinal membrane, and macular hole, among other conditions. I perform approximately 400-500 surgeries annually, including those performed at other hospitals. I also perform many surgeries for pediatric retinal diseases, including retinopathy of prematurity. Pediatric retinal diseases are relatively rare and difficult to treat, so treatment is concentrated at centers like ours. While treatment requires considerable effort, I believe it is my responsibility to protect the eyes of children, who represent Japan's future, and I intend to continue working tirelessly in this field. I would like to provide medical care with the goal of making as many patients as possible happy.

FAQ
At the Jack McGovern Coats’ Disease Foundation, we are often contacted by anxious parents or patients who are seeking information after receiving a diagnosis of Coats’ Disease. The questions below are provided as a resource to assist you as you and your doctor decide the best approach for treatment. These questions do not constitute any form of medical advice or diagnosis. Each patient is unique. An experienced retinal specialist who has examined the patient is the best source of information for diagnosis and treatment. We always recommend getting a second opinion.
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Ahead of any treatments or procedures, it is important to ask yourself and the doctor the following questions:
How do you know that this is Coats’ Disease?
Has your doctor treated other patients with Coats’ Disease?
Have you sought a second opinion? If not, please consult our Doctor Directory for knowledgeable doctors in your area.
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What Stage of Coats’ Disease is he/she in?
Will his/her vision get worse over time?
Will the eye have pain?
Will his/her eye start to turn out? Is muscle corrective surgery an option?
Are cataracts likely?
How likely is glaucoma? (due to retinal detachment)
Is there calcification?
What is the anticipated disease progression?
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Is there a thorough vision exam available?
Where is the vision affected? (central/peripheral/distance)
Does he/she have depth perception? (3D visibility)
What about the non-Coats’ eye?
To what extent is his/her vision affected?
Will we be able to use this as a baseline to measure progress/decline?
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