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Who We Are

In‑depth diagnostic approach to ocular surface health.

Use of metagenomic diagnostics in clinical settings.

Our interest in the microbiome derives from the study of potential interactions between the gut and the eye (gut–eye axis). Within this framework, metagenomics is applied to the ocular surface as an additional diagnostic tool, with the aim of gaining further biological information that can be integrated, when appropriate, into the patient’s overall clinical assessment.

Dr. Alberto Lanfernini
Ophthalmologist

Dr. Alberto Lanfernini

Clinical interest: Systemic Ophthalmology

He provides clinical and diagnostic services in Faenza and Ravenna and is a member of the HLMS in Zurich. When appropriate, his outpatient activity takes into account systemic factors, lifestyle and metabolism. In selected cases, advanced metagenomic tests may be used to explore relationships between the gut, microbiota and ocular surface.

Dr.ssa Annalisa Moscariello
Ophthalmologist

Dr. Annalisa Moscariello

Clinical interest: Systemic Ophthalmology

She is involved in clinical and diagnostic ophthalmic activity. When appropriate, her assessment also considers factors related to nutrition, lifestyle and prevention as supportive elements within the diagnostic and therapeutic pathway.

Institutional Profiles

GVM Care & Research Dr. A. Lanfernini View profile → Domus Nova Ravenna Dr. A. Lanfernini View profile → GVM Care & Research Dr.ssa A. Moscariello View profile → Domus Nova Ravenna Dr.ssa A. Moscariello View profile →
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Advanced diagnostics

The Test as an Investigative Tool

The ocular microbiota test is a second‑level metagenomic analysis. It is not a treatment and does not replace ophthalmological evaluation or first‑line testing. It can provide additional information on the possible balance (eubiosis) or alterations (dysbiosis) of the ocular bacterial flora, which the specialist then interprets and contextualises within the patient’s overall clinical picture.

Publications and Congress Activity

📖 Book: Microbiota & Eyes

A non‑technical book that outlines the basic concepts of the possible gut–eye connection.

🎤 Congress report on Microbioma.it

The Italian microbiome portal has published a report on a congress presentation on this topic.

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Locations and Contacts

Specialist evaluations are carried out at our clinics in Faenza and Ravenna. Any indication for second‑level tests is discussed with the patient during the ophthalmological visit.

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Systemic Ophthalmology Network

A group of websites focused on eye health and related systemic aspects.

CLINIC

Medici Oculisti

Reference site for outpatient and surgical activity.

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PREVENTION

Eye Longevity

Information on dietary strategies and visual ageing.

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EDUCATION

Oculistica Sistemica

Space devoted to the study of eye–body interactions.

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DIAGNOSTICS

Microbiota Oculare

Information portal on metagenomics applied to the ocular surface.

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NUTRITION

Nutrizione Oculistica

Focus on nutrition supporting ocular health.

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