Authors


Rachel Babij, MD, PhD

Latest:

Advancing Fuchs dystrophy care: Longterm success of descemet stripping only

Deepinder Dhaliwal, MD, LAc, explores advancements in managing Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy, highlighting Descemet stripping only (DSO). Long-term outcomes show promising results, supporting DSO as a viable alternative to traditional donor-tissue-based keratoplasty procedures.


Stelian Curca, MD

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Study examines efficiency of physiotherapy in treating, preventing uncomplicated acquired myopia

Research explores innovative physiotherapeutic approaches to managing myopia progression, showing promising results in slowing its advancement over two years.


Gloria B. Chiu, OD, FAAO, FSLS

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More to keratoconus than meets the cornea: Be sure to flip the lids

Equally important is that any symptoms of ocular allergies should be addressed to reduce the frequency of eye rubbing.


Selina R. McGee, OD, FAAO

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Impressions and Key Takeaways From Patient Case #2

Selina McGee, OD, FAAO, emphasizes the significance of a multifactorial treatment approach for dry eye, especially in patients concurrently using other eye drops or contact lenses, and advocates for ocular sparing therapies when needed.


Achim Langenbucher, PhD

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Evolution of optical coherence tomography of the human eye

Adolf Fercher's 2D image of fundus paved way for today’s imaging technique.


Roger K. Henry, MBS, BS

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Editorial: Ophthalmology during COVID-19

A residency applicant shares his perspective on the pandemic’s impact.


Sherrol Reynolds, OD, FAAO

Latest:

Envision Summit 2025: Patient-centered care and newest treatment strategies in neovascular AMD and DME

At the Envision Summit 2025 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Sherrol Reynolds, OD, FAAO, participated in a discussion on patient-centered care and the newest treatment strategies in neovascular AMD and DME.


Karolinne Maia Rocha, MD, PhD

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Customizing patients’ vision with violet light filtration

The latest IOLs offer an improvement in stray light performance and enhanced contrast.


Renato Ambrósio Jr, MD, PhD

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Artificial intelligence for the early detection of ectatic corneal diseases

Advances enhance clinical decision-making in screening cases at risk of iatrogenic ectasia.


Diana Do, MD

Latest:

Unmet Needs and the Future of Wet AMD Care

Expert panelists provide an overview of current unmet needs in wet AMD care and discuss the potential for improving clinical outcomes and treatment burden.


Michael Carter

Latest:

Pigskins and perception: How neuro-ophthalmology influences NFL referees

Every football fan knows the scrutiny that NFL game officials are put under every game day, and now a group of ophthalmologists is trying to ensure they can perform at their best each weekend.


Peter Wehrwein

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Case series finds floaters are a common side effect of Syfovre

The authors of a case series say silicone oil droplets from silicone used to lubricate the McKesson syringes is the most likely cause of the droplets presumed to cause the floaters.


Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO

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Podcast: Modern approaches for the optimal treatment of dry eye disease (Part 4)

Bill B. Trattler, MD, Crystal Brimer, OD, Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, and Kelly K. Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, discuss dry eye disease and the various approaches clinicians can take to treat the disease in part 4 of the Viewpoints Podcast.


Louis R. Pasquale, MD

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AGS 2025: Telemedicine and genetics for resource-efficient care with Louis R. Pasquale, MD

Emerging technologies, such as remote tonometry and genetic risk scoring, are revolutionizing glaucoma care by enabling earlier detection, personalized management, and more efficient use of resources.


Jieyang Li, PhD

Latest:

Novel multistage model enhances OCT GA segmentation

Researchers introduce a multistage dual-branch network to improve accuracy and efficiency


Joseph F. Panarelli, MD

Latest:

Exploring electrical stimulation therapy: A promising approach to vision loss in optic neuropathies

Electrical stimulation therapy is being explored as a potential treatment to enhance neuroplasticity and improve visual function in optic neuropathy patients. Clinical trials show promising results in visual field improvements, though further research is needed on long-term efficacy and quality of life.


Stacy L. Pineles, MD

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Guest editorial: The pandemic and young eyes

Perspectives from a pediatric ophthalmologist and mother.


Jaclyn L. Kovach, MD

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Is complement therapy the path forward for geographic atrophy?

The complement system identifies and eliminates pathogens and dying cells, 3 pathways can activate the complement system—classical, lectin, and alternative—and their activation results in similar functions of opsonization, inflammation, and cell lysis.


Valeriu Cusnir, MD

Latest:

Study examines efficiency of physiotherapy in treating, preventing uncomplicated acquired myopia

Research explores innovative physiotherapeutic approaches to managing myopia progression, showing promising results in slowing its advancement over two years.


Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO

Latest:

Envision Summit 2025: Importance of comanagement in glaucoma treatment

At the Envision Summit 2025 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO talked with glaucoma surgeons on the importance of comanaging patients throughout their lifetime.


Caroline Baumal, MD

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Take-Home Points for the Treatment of AMD and DME

David A. Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS and Caroline Baumal, MD provide take-home messages to providers treating AMD and DME.


Weijie Violet Lin, MD, ABO

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ASCRS 2025: Weijie Violet Lin, MD, ABO, shares highlights from a 5-year review of cross-linking complications

The retrospective study assessed corneal cross-linking complications at Wills Eye Hospital from 2018 to 2023.


Rodica Bilba, MD, PhD

Latest:

Study examines efficiency of physiotherapy in treating, preventing uncomplicated acquired myopia

Research explores innovative physiotherapeutic approaches to managing myopia progression, showing promising results in slowing its advancement over two years.


Sebastian B. Heersink, MD

Latest:

Combining laser with MIGS to impact intraocular pressure

According to Sebastian B. Heersink, surgeons can perform several procedures with cataract surgery.


Sara M. Thomasy, DVM, PhD, DACVO

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Glaucoma from the perspective of a veterinary ophthalmologist with Sara M. Thomasy, DVM, PhD, DACVO

Ophthalmology Times spoke with Sarah M. Thomasy, DVM, PhD, DACVO, a veterinary ophthalmologist at UC Davis about how her research can align with human glaucoma research to move the entire field


Florencia Yeh, OD, FAAO, FSLS

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Monitor keratoconus progression after cross-linking treatment

Contemporary scleral lenses work so well that stable vision in them cannot necessarily be taken as a sign that KC progression has stopped. Determination of KC progression requires advanced imaging.


Hunter Cherwek, MD

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Partners collaborate on integration of AI-supported ROP telemedicine globally

Siloam Vision and Orbis team up to develop infrastructure to save the vision of premature infants.


Mitchell A. Jackson, MD

Latest:

Spotlight on dry eye: Create a process, offer packages

By creating customized packages that incorporate the range of diagnostic and treatment options available, practices can simplify dry eye management and improve patients' outcomes.


Roy A. Quinlan, PhD

Latest:

Focus on molecular mechanisms underlying cataract development

Several hundred genes are associated with congenital forms.


Gaurav K. Shah, MD, FASRS

Latest:

The IRIS Registry with Gaurav K. Shah, MD, FASRS

Shah discusses several studies from the IRIS registry and plans for a retina program at next year's event to address the growing interest in retina procedures and techniques.

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