Refractive Surgery

Alex Hacopian, MD, speaks about patient-reported outcomes from a presbyopia-correcting IOL at the 2025 ASCRS annual meeting.

George O. Waring IV, MD, FACS, discusses the “vision for a lifetime” approach and how modern advancements allow tailored treatments for every stage of eye maturity.

Majmudar encourages young surgeons to seek hands-on experience early and often, stressing the importance of real-world practice beyond the classroom.

For patients with high myopia, an implantable ICL offers certain advantages over LASIK or other traditional refractive surgeries, Dr. Kim said.

Mah previews a packed 2025 Annual Meeting, from the debut of SightLine to Dr. Glaucomflecken’s return to the main stage, and outlines his priorities for the year ahead as incoming ASCRS president.

The May 4 event, themed around Star Wars, will feature the latest innovations, foster open discussions, and provide a collaborative environment for networking and learning, with sessions covering IOLs, oculoplastics, glaucoma, retina therapy, and refractive surgical options.

Vision correction has evolved into a continuum of procedures suited for different stages of ocular maturity

The acquisition also includes the ALLY Robotic Cataract Laser Treatment System, LENSAR’s proprietary Streamline software technology and LENSAR legacy laser system.

Maria Vittoria Cicinelli, MD, Denise Loya-Garcia, MD, PhD, and Vishal Raval, MD, were announced as the recipients and will receive a $3,000 honorarium.

The device offers a shortened procedure time and efficient, effective SMILE for patients with myopia, with or without astigmatism.

At the Envision Summit 2025 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Arjan Hura, MD, talked about EVO ICL surgery, its benefits, and how every ophthalmologist has the ability and training to conduct the surgery even if they aren't aware.

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.

With this addition, Zeiss completes the Corneal Refractive Workflow, which already includes Visumax 800 and SMILE pro.

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.

A time line marked by innovation, collaboration, and improving patient outcomes.

The DOG recognised Heidelberg Engineering founder Christoph Schoess, Prof Herbert Kaufmann, and Prof Ioannis G. Pallikaris

In a study, a team of Chinese researchers looked at the mechanisms behind the development of EI and explored effective treatment options.

The Summit will feature 18+ course hours and an extensive resource library to support practice adoption of AT IOLs

The LYNX-2 Phase 3 study is evaluating phentolamine ophthalmic solution 0.75% for the treatment of decreased visual acuity under low light conditions following keratorefractive surgery

The device is intended for use for LASIK vision correction surgery for myopia and myopic astigmatism.

According to the company, Phase 3 startup activities are underway, and the clinical trial is expected to start in the first quarter of 2024.

Procedure can reduce scleral biomechanical stiffness and rejuvenate dynamic range of focus.

Light-adjustable lens in patients with previous RK: Improved visual and refractive outcomes after cataract surgery.

Clear communication, transparent priceing, options are key to positive experience

Language can drive understanding, trust, and better outcomes for patients

New laser is designed to deliver low-energy treatment with ultrashort pulse duration.

Warren Foust, chief operating officer of STAAR Surgical, discussed the company and looked toward the future at the 2023 ASCRS annual meeting in San Diego.

Stephen Coleman from Coleman Vision in Albuquerque, New Mexico, spoke with the Ophthalmology Times© team discussed the long-term outcomes with LASIK using the iDesign 2.0 software.