For most of us, if we’ve heard of uric acid at all, it’s only in relation to gout — a painful form of arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and forms tiny, needle-like crystals.

David Perlmutter, MD, has been named dean of the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, according to a St. Louis Business Journal report. Dr. Perlmutter will assume his new position on ...

We're joined by Dr. David Perlmutter of Perlmutter Eye Center. Dr. Perlmutter specializes in customized cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, and retinal diseases. He performs laser and surgical ...