Authors


David P. Piñero, PhD

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Link between neurodevelopmental disorders, visual problems studied

Investigators find that youth show altered ocular movements, reduced amplitude of accommodation.


Michael Mbagwu, MD

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Intracanalicular corticosteroid insert safe for postsurgical inflammation, pain

Study demonstrates power of IRIS Registry for evaluation of safety, efficacy


Rebekah Bernard, MD

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Strategies for coping with physician depression during COVID-19

Medical practitioners face emotional burden, other hurdles from pandemic


Mark Barakat, MD

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The digital OR: Today and tomorrow

Technologies continue to push retina surgical suites into the future


J. Peter Campbell, 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.


Jai G. Parekh, MD, MBA, FAAO

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The importance of ocular health prior to cataract and refractive surgery

Dr. Jai Parekh, a clinical associate professor of Ophthalmology/The New York Eye & Infirmary of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and David Hutton, Managing Editor of Opthalmology Times discuss the importance of ocular health prior to cataract and refractive surgery, specifically with osmolarity testing.


Stephanie Marioneaux, MD

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World Sight Day 2023: Understanding and alleviating digital eye fatigue

Stephanie Marioneaux, MD, an ophthalmologist and cornea specialist, addresses the widespread issue of digital eye strain in honor of World Sight Day.


Michael Heath

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Study: Accurate refractive predictions remain difficult in patients with keratoconus

Newer generation formulas generally outperformed older generation formulas, with SRK/T performing the best of older formulas, especially when using TK values.


Lorraine Provencher, MD

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Harnessing the Power of VR for Visual Field Testing: Results of The NOVA Trial

Lorraine Provencher, MD, reviews the NOVA trial which measured and validated the sensitivity of a novel VR-based wearable headset for visual field testing in glaucoma.


Steven I. Rosenfeld, MD

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Optimizing ocular surface to achieve full visual potential continues after surgery

Although it is always important to consider optimizing the ocular surface for all patients to improve their vision, it is of critical importance before cataract surgery.


Gordana Sunaric-Mégevand, MD

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MIGS helping to personalize glaucoma surgery options

Although minimally invasive procedure gives hope, additional research is required.


Meghana Chalasani

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Shine on social media like ModaMD: Real World Ophthalmology

An overview of Jesse Berry’s advice for starting and growing a social media account


Marguerite B. McDonald, MD, FACS

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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.


Marjan Farid, MD

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Boosting short-term dry eye management in patients

Fast-acting efficacious options are key to treating acute inflammation



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


Moon Jeong Lee, MD

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The impact of vision loss on aging: A glaucoma fellow’s perspective

Moon Jeong Lee, MD, shares how volunteering in geriatric care shaped her career path.


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.

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