Authors



Justin Schweitzer, OD, FAAO

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IKA Keratoconus Symposium 2023: Strategies for early diagnosis

At the IKA Keratoconus Symposium, Justin Schweitzer, OD, FAAO, presented on establishing the keratoconus diagnosis alongside Kourtney Houser, MD.


Elise Kramer, OD, FAAO, FSLS

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Keratoconus and perfect vision: Is it possible?

Eye care providers must look beyond visual acuity in screening for disease.


Emily Rich

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Children’s mental health and the impact of vision impairment

Two studies conducted in collaboration with Orbis International explore how providing free glasses to children improves their ability to learn in school and that addressing visual impairment in children can alleviate depression and anxiety.



Andrew S. Morgenstern, OD, FAAO, FNAP

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IKA Keratoconus Symposium 2023: In-person white paper development, live patient Q&A

President and CEO of the International Keratoconus Academy Andrew Morgenstern, OD, FAAO, FNAP, shares some snippets about the live white paper development session and the patient Q&A happening at the inaugural IKA Keratoconus Symposium.


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Connecting the dots between the complement pathway and geographic atrophy

Currently enrolling a Phase 2 trial to evaluate the role of complement factor B protein in age-related macular degeneration (AMD)


Jordan Rosenfeld

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The tech savvy physician: How AI will transform your practice

Investigators find technology aids instruction of medical students


John C. Baldinger, MD

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Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery: One physician’s story

Ophthalmologist outlines his journey with the procedure as a late adopter.


Elaine Ye Wang, MD

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BLOG: MicroPulse TLT for patients who struggle with drops

In cases where patients struggle with applying or tolerating eye drops, especially after previous selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) treatment, MicroPulse transscleral laser therapy (TLT) offers a practical solution.


Peter Hnik, MD, MHSc

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Blog: Cannabinol, a rare cannabinoid, shows unique therapeutic potential in glaucoma

A recent study of cannabinol in in vitro and in vivo glaucoma models, demonstrated encouraging results that may address some of the previous challenges associated with cannabis use and may present a new potential therapeutic intervention in the treatment of glaucoma.


Akihiro Kakehashi, MD, PhD

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The truth about invisible posterior vitreous structures

The advanced swept-source OCT technology allows visualization of the variations in the normal changes and those associated with aging in the posterior vitreous.


Ashtyn Zapletal

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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.


Amanda Nanasy, OD

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Treating traumatic brain injury neuro-optometrically

Physicians note the impact of prism lenses can be life-changing for patients.


Allen C. Ho, MD, FACS, FASRS

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MCO-010 optogenetic gene therapy for severe vision loss in Stargardt disease

The treatment option can have a positive impact on quality of life for patients.


Jacob A. Rogers

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Study compares postoperative refractive accuracy of formula-modified keratometry values versus total keratometry values obtained by a swept-source OCT biometer with new-generation multivariable IOL calculation formulas

Older generation non-LVC formulas show marked improvement upon using TK values vs K, while multivariable non-LVC formulas did not consistently improve.


Jella An, MD

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Netarsudil provides IOP lowering in goniotomy treated eyes

The unique MOA may deliver a synergistic effect when prescribed post-surgically.


Andrew R. Harrison, MD

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Advancement in TED treatment is a bright spot

FDA approval of teprotumumab as therapeutic offers hope for patients.


Gerald J. Roper, MD

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Protecting cataract patients and their surgeons' practices

Maximizing refractive surgery is key to ensuring prosperous future


Steven A. Greenstein, MD

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IKA Keratoconus Symposium 2023: New data presented for epi-on cross-linking

John D. Gelles, OD, and Steven A. Greenstein, MD, share some insights into the new data on corneal cross-linking presented at IKA Keratoconus Symposium.



Sydney M Crago

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ASRS 2024: Results of the LIGHTSITE III study

Eleonora Lad, MD, PhD, spoke about her presentation, "Multiwavelength photobiomodulation significantly reduces risk for vision loss and onset of geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration" at this year's American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) meeting in Stockholm, Sweden.


S.K. Steven Houston III, MD, FASRS

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Welcome to the metaverse: Technology allows ophthalmologists to mingle with colleagues worldwide

Answers to common questions that can help kick-start the journey into the metaverse to learn from the many virtual educational meetings and conference opportunities while mingling with colleagues worldwide.


Nancy Holekamp, MD

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ACHIEVING IMPROVED OUTCOMES THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS BETWEEN OPTOMETRISTS AND RETINA SPECIALISTS

Considerations in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema.


Marco Mura, MD

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Managing neovascular retinal disease in COVID-19 era requires careful approach

Minimizing clinic visits, maximizing use of imaging modalities are key.


Karl Stonecipher, MD

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Final Pearls on Managing Dry Eye Patients With Comorbidities

Ophthalmologists end their discussion on the management of dry eye disease with other ocular comorbidities highlighting key takeaways and prospective advances in care and outcomes.


Mark T. Dunbar, OD, FAAO

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ACHIEVING IMPROVED OUTCOMES THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS BETWEEN OPTOMETRISTS AND RETINA SPECIALISTS

Considerations in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema.


Samir N. Patel, MD

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Focusing on postinjection endophthalmitis

Systemic immunosuppression may prevent devastating complication in patients.



Victor H. Gonzalez, MD

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Seize underutilized opportunity to treat glaucoma during vitrectomy

Ophthalmologists can reduce IOP and medications with endocyclophotocoagulation while in the eye.

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