
The FDA's OND found substantial evidence of effectiveness for bevacizumab-vikg in nAMD, clearing the way for a BLA resubmission in June 2026 and a decision expected within 60 days.

Matt Hoffman is the editorial director for the Eye Care Network (Ophthalmology Times, Modern Retina, Ophthalmology Times Europe, and Optometry Times) as well as NeurologyLive, Contagion, IJMSC, and CGTLive. He has covered medical news for MJH Life Sciences, the parent company, since 2017.
He executive produces the Optometry Times podcast, From Paper to Clinic, and previously hosted the Medical World News shows Deep Dive and Second Opinion.
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The FDA's OND found substantial evidence of effectiveness for bevacizumab-vikg in nAMD, clearing the way for a BLA resubmission in June 2026 and a decision expected within 60 days.

Two leading retinal specialists break down MCO-010's 3-year efficacy and safety data, the significance of contralateral eye findings, and how this gene-agnostic optogenetic approach could fill a critical gap for patients with advanced inherited retinal degeneration who have limited treatment options.

Data presented at ARVO 2026 show that high-dose gene therapy boosts central retinal sensitivity in X-linked retinitis pigmentosa, with the phase 3 VISTA study fully enrolled.

Darovasertib–crizotinib extends PFS and drives 37% responses in HLA-A*02:01-negative metastatic uveal melanoma, paving path to approval.

Several presentations at ASCRS 2026 spotlight faster dry eye relief and smarter pre-operative care, showing lifitegrast and new drugs can ease symptoms quickly and improve cataract biometry.

ASCRS 2026 data show smarter EDOF and toric choices after LASIK/PRK, plus reverse optic capture to relieve negative dysphotopsia.

A trio of ASCRS presentations collectively offer insight to surgeons, suggesting that glaucoma drops harm meibomian glands, while combining cataract surgery with MIGS can boost long-term IOP control.

Ophthalmologists report dry eye’s mixed mechanisms, symptom-driven diagnosis, uneven treatment response, and payer hurdles—what needs fixing next.

Cataract surgeons discuss their comprehensive approach to IOL counseling

Bonnie An Henderson, MD, founder of EnVision Summit, highlights how the annual conference integrates MD and OD tracks, practical subspecialty updates, and structured opportunities for connection across career stages.

Learn how multimodal imaging and complement inhibitors reshape geographic atrophy care, guiding early treatment, CNV monitoring, and AI-driven follow-up.

Leading cataract surgeons discuss their comprehensive approach to IOL counseling, exploring how they bridge expectation gaps and tailor premium lens strategies to each patient's unique anatomy, goals, and lifestyle.

Discover how real-world evidence shapes cataract surgery practices, highlighting user satisfaction with enhanced monofocal IOLs at the 2025 ASCRS Annual Meeting.

Discover how dropless cataract surgery enhances patient comfort and outcomes, reducing the need for eye drops and improving recovery efficiency.

January 17th 2026