Authors


Shivani Kamat, MD

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EnVision Summit 2025: Complications in glaucoma surgery

At the EnVision Summit 2025 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Tania Tai, Lucy Shen, and Shivani Kamat all gave insight into complications they have seen while performing glaucoma surgery.


Austin F. Cheng, Esq

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Payment points: The ASC perspective

Transparent pricing in elective surgeries is crucial.


Errica Spoiala, 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.


Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, DipABO

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Study offering new hope for medical presbyopia correction

BRIO-1 clinical trial sowing optimism as a potential therapeutic option.


Lucas Zago Ribeiro, MD

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The evolving role of vitreosurgical simulators in surgical training

Need to eliminate errors results in optimization of training of novice surgeons.


Mauricio Maia, MD, PhD

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The evolving role of vitreosurgical simulators in surgical training

Need to eliminate errors results in optimization of training of novice surgeons.


Lejla Vajzovic, MD, FASRS

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Unlocking geographic atrophy

Staging AMD accurately and identifying clinical features that are linked with disease progression are key.


Deanna H. Dang

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Study: IOL calculation remains challenging in PKP eyes

The study assesses and compares the accuracy of IOL formulas using keratometry (K) and total keratometry (TK) values obtained by a swept-source OCT biometer (IOL Master 700) in eyes with previous PKP prior to cataract surgery.


Reena A. Garg, MD

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XEN continues to evolve for use in glaucoma surgery

Patient-tailored techniques result in predicable outcomes for patients.


Shameema Sikder, MD

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Ophthalmology sees AI-powered impact on cataract and diabetic eye disease

Shameema Sikder, MD; and T. Y. Alvin Liu, MD, highlight the technology’s role in bridging challenges and successes for clinical practice.


Lisa K. Feulner, MD, PhD

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Advances in cataract surgery show value in tools, tech for surgeons

Three cases demonstrate value of new tools, technology for surgeons.


George Spaeth, MD

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Glaucoma 45 years later: Much changed, much unchanged

Innovation, change has dominated the glaucoma specialty over the years.


Margaret Chang, MD

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Steps for implantation and refill of PDS with ranibizumab

Margaret Chang, MD, outlines the steps for the surgical procedure to implant and refill the Port Delivery System (PDS).


Kelly K. Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO

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EyeCon 2024: Key takeaways for enhanced patient care from Day 1

Optometry cochairs Kelly K. Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO, and A. Paul Chous, OD, MA, FAAO, highlight the conference’s focus on collaboration, featuring topics like red flags for patient care, thyroid eye disease, and diabetes management.


John D. Sheppard, MD, MMSc, FACS

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Are your patients suffering in silence with dry eye disease?

By taking a proactive approach to treatment, ophthalmologists can identify the “silent sufferers.”


Sonia H. Yoo, MD

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EnVision Summit 2025: Sonia H. Yoo, MD, shares what to expect from the cataract and refractive session

Sonia H. Yoo, MD, a cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery specialist and a member of the planning committee for the EnVision Summit, highlights a session focused on the latest advancements in lens implant technologies, refractive procedures, and imaging innovations. The summit will be held from February 14 to 17, 2025, at the Caribe Hilton San Juan in Puerto Rico.


Aaron D. Dotson, MD

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BLOG: Being the change we want to see in ophthalmology

A recent study showed that only 6% of practicing ophthalmologists in the US identify as an underrepresented minority.


Savak Teymoorian, MD

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Ocular implants can be a gateway to better glaucoma care

Until new innovations began transforming the field a decade ago, ophthalmologists had a limited toolbox. This option allows ophthalmologists to provide positive outcomes for their patients.


Andrew Carey, MD

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NeuroOp Guru: Cranial nerve six palsy with chemosis is a critical clue to cavernous carotid fistula

Andrew G. Lee, MD, and Drew Carey, MD, return for this episode of 'NeuroOp Guru' to discuss how sixth nerve palsy with chemosis warrants suspicion for a cavernous carotid fistula, emphasizing careful examination for dilated conjunctival vessels and the need for imaging for accurate diagnosis and timely intervention.


Gheorghe Necula, 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.


Carlton Yuen, MD

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Depth-of-focus enhancement makes target easier to hit

Lens an option for complicated eyes, astigmatism, monovision candidates.


Bret L. Fisher, MD

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Comparable conscious sedation methods address individual patient needs

Sublingual troche sedation represents attractive anesthesia option for specific subset of patients with cataracts.



Noha Ekdawi, MD, FAAP

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Experience with Soft Contact Lenses for Pediatric Myopia

Dr Noha Ekdawi shares her experience using soft contact lenses to combat myopia progression and emphasizes the importance of proactive treatment in managing myopia effectively.


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



Lisa Nijm, MD

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ASCRS 2025: New research findings highlight the surprising impact of hyperosmolarity

Lisa Nijm, MD, says preoperative osmolarity testing can help clinicians manage patient expectations and improve surgical results.


Ying Han, MD, PhD

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Managing the complexities of glaucoma care with Ying Han, MD, PhD

Ying Han, MD, PhD discusses glaucoma management strategies, including transitioning care between ophthalmologists and optometrists, improving diagnosis, and the hope for future glaucoma developments.


Rebekah Bernard, MD

Latest:

Strategies for coping with physician depression during COVID-19

Medical practitioners face emotional burden, other hurdles from pandemic

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