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t m c » p u l s e | m a r c h 2 0 1 8 35 vision has been turned on. She will work directly with computer programmers and occupational therapists to learn to interpret the visual stimuli that she is receiving. With software upgrades, her vision will improve, as well. "We expect her to be able to tell high-contrast shapes in the future," Davis said. "Her feedback is essential to the development of the device." "With time, we'd like her to be able to navigate, to potentially make out a door," Mohsenin added. "Some patients say they can make out people in their family. The range of results is large. Many gain more benefit than what is promised in the surgery." Carlos Lopez, 30, said his mother started to lose her vision before he was born. "I remember her from being able to distin- guish shapes and stuff and know who was there, to basically not knowing who was in the room," he said. "She had it and then she lost it. So she knows what she's been missing out on. Now that she's regained some sort of vision, it's nothing short of a miracle." He said his mother wants to be able to move around on her own, to spend time in nature. For years, she has been confined to her home unless a family member is with her. In the conference room, Lidia Lopez looked determined to make the most of this new way of seeing. "I feel good," she said. "I'm sure later on, I will see more." Garvin Davis, M.D., MPH, and Mohsenin help Lopez learn to use the Argus II in the Robert Cizik Eye Clinic on Feb. 12. Some of the best patients can sort laundry—light and dark. Some patients can do archery. — GARVIN DAVIS, M.D., MPH McGovern Medical School at UTHealth ophthalmologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann and the Robert Cizik Eye Clinic ADVANCE Shorter hospital stays, faster healing and minimal scarring. Learn more about minimally invasive techniques oered by our world-class surgeons. Call 713.798.1000 to make an appointment. Proven research to advance treatments for heart disease Learn more at BCM.edu/heartcare Relax in Luxury. Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway or a place to call home, choose Quality RV Resorts, and experience the best in RV resort living! With 11 locations throughout Houston, San Antonio, Baytown, and Brazoria, Texas – you're sure to find a resort and amenities that will fit your needs. Don't own an RV? No problem. We have onsite rentals available. *Pads only. Not valid for existing customers. O! er expires June 30, 2018. Code Word: TEXAS To redeem, use code word at the time of reservation. www.QualityRVResorts.com 50% OFF First Month's Rent *