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Bridging disciplines and elevating care: A Q&A with John Gelles, OD, and Steven Greenstein, MDIn this Q&A, John D. Gelles, OD, and Steven Greenstein, MD, chat about what inspired them to launch the symposium, what makes this year’s agenda especially exciting, and why the future of refractive care depends on stronger collaboration between ODs and MDs.
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CCS 2025: Minimizing risk in comanagement as an optometrist or ophthalmologistLori Wright, JD, sat down to talk about a discussion at Collaborative Care Symposium about the risk under federal statutes and how to minimize that risk as an optometrist or an ophthalmic practice.
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Being an ophthalmologist on an airplane: Tips in the event of a medical emergency during a flightAndrew G. Lee, MD, has had direct experience as being an in-flight physician over 15 times on international and domestic flights and answers some of the most frequently asked questions about being the doctor on the plane.
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Bridging the gap: Real World Ophthalmology connects young ophthalmologists with invaluable knowledge and expertiseRWO is hosting its 5th virtual, interactive conference titled “Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner” on Saturday September 30, 2023, from 8 am to 5:30 pm Central Time.
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Dry eye renaissance: Escalating cases meet with innovationFor clinicians, the evolution of treatment is as much a responsibility as an opportunity.
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A history of the femtosecond laser in the United States and EuropeA time line marked by innovation, collaboration, and improving patient outcomes.
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Eye Care Products in the Pipeline for Dry Eye DiseaseUnique clinical trials and novel products of interest currently under investigation for the treatment of dry eye disease.
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EnVision Summit 2025: Glaucoma with co-existing ocular co-morbiditiesAt the EnVision Summit 2025 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Poonam Misra, MD, and Alcina Lidder, MD, gave advice on managing glaucoma in patients with other ocular co-morbidities such as myopia and those who have undergone corneal transplantation.
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Restoring vision in glaucoma: more than meets the eyeNew strategies are needed to rethink how we treat glaucoma to do more than just manage eye pressure—to actually restore vision by promoting the survival of retinal ganglion cells and their axons.
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Adding tools and techniques to your skillset: Real World OphthalmologyEnhance your ophthalmology skills with expert tips from RWO podcast. Match procedures to patients, seek guidance, review surgical notes, practice patience, and be honest with patients.
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Standardizing terminology for clarity in refractive surgeryLanguage can drive understanding, trust, and better outcomes for patients
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Will experience support use of first-ever retinal gene therapy?Recent reports of retinal atrophy have raised concerns on potential long-term safety.
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Q&A: Kira Manusis, MD, on how the Center for Refractive Solutions is redefining patient care at NYEEAs its director, Manusis outlines the facility’s role in delivering advanced, personalized solutions to improve vision and patient experience.
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Alcon announces launch of wavelight plus, fully personalized LASIK treatment, in US and CanadaWavelight plus was first launched in China, with several European and Asia-Pacific markets following suit
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Q&A: Kapil Mishra on radiation retinopathy in uveal melanomaKapil Mishra, MD, discusses his presentation title "Radiation Retinopathy: Future Strategies" given at the 2025 Retina World Congress meeting.
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Managing a sticky situation: Real World OphthalmologyCorneal wound burn is a critical, yet often overlooked, complication in cataract surgery. Recognizing early signs is crucial.
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Seven pearls for a more stable chamberStaying current on phaco technology can help surgeons provide better outcomes.
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Novel Intravitreal Injections: Faricimab and Aflibercept 8mg for the Treatment of Retinal DiseasesPanelists discuss how novel intravitreal agents faricimab and high-dose aflibercept 8mg offer potential advantages in treating retinal diseases through their extended durability and dual mechanism of action.
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For younger patients with midrange myopia, consider phakic IOLsThe implantable lenses can offer an advantage over laser surgery.
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Systematic review suggests vitamin D deficiency doubles risk of noninfectious uveitisPatients considered vitamin D deficient had a risk of noninfectious uveitis more than twice that of their counterparts without vitamin D deficiency.
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Part 3: What if? Curing any eye disease with the snap of your fingerWe ask leading experts in the field what eye disease they would cure and why.
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Case studies highlight advanced techniques in glaucoma managementReal-world scenarios showcase a shift in treatment paradigms
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Glaucoma + nutrition: why what you eat mattersThere’s no shortage of diet programs—Paleo, Mediterranean, intermittent fasting—all claiming to be the best option for a healthy life. Research has shown that poor lifestyle choices, including unhealthy diets, contribute to many diseases and that simply adhering to good nutrition can even prevent some health issues.
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Envision Summit 2025: AI in the diagnosis of ocular tumorsAt the Envision Summit 2025 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Carol Karp, MD, discussed new research presented by her fellows at the meeting on AI for the diagnosis of ocular surface tumors as well as a new "tear biopsy" for the detection of cancer.
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Investigators research ocular health after space flightSpaceflight-associated neuro-ocular syndrome a potential challenge during long missions.
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There’s more to cataract surgery than meets the eyeIt is important that patients know cataract surgery is a routine, safe procedure that will improve their quality of life.
