Refractive

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

Neda Nikpoor, MD, shares highlights from her presentation on the Light Adjustable Lens during an ASCRS symposia on IOL calculations.

George O. Waring IV, MD, FACS, provides an overview of his presentation at ASCRS 2024, highlighting outcomes for the safety and effectiveness of LASIK performed using an updated laser ablation algorithm for the correction of myopia and myopic astigmatism.

Neda Shamie, MD, previews a collaborative day packed with guest speakers, discussions on advanced patient care, and hands-on labs.

Patients who underwent LASIK had undergone phacoemulsification 7 years earlier compared to a matched control group, according to the study authors.

Michael Greenwood, MD, discusses the safety of laser refractive surgery for patients at high risk for glaucoma, focusing on the need for thorough pre-surgery assessment, careful monitoring of eye pressure during and after the procedure, and awareness of prolonged steroid use following PRK.

David Hutton of Ophthalmology Times talks with Taylor Strange, MD, about his time building his practice and implementing the use of the LENSAR ALLY system.

David Hutton of Ophthalmology Times talks with Eric Donnenfeld, MD about his presentation "Small Aperture IOL for Irregular Corneas" at this year's Hawaiian Eye and Retina 2024 Meeting.

The VISUMAX 800 is the latest generation of Zeiss femtosecond lasers, and offers a reduced laser time when compared to its predecessors.

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.

Oluwatosin U. Smith, MD, and Peter J. McDonnell, MD, discuss their experience at EyeCon 2023, highlighting the latest updates in retina, cataract and refractive surgery, and the growing epidemic of myopia worldwide.

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

The second issue of the 2023 Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive, & Glaucoma Surgery offers a compilation of 27 surgical highlights from the ESCRS meeting in Milan, providing valuable education for global anterior segment surgeons.

The study compared eyes with retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) that were treated with laser and age-matched control eyes without ROP.

Lisa M. Nijm, MD, MD, highlights what residents, fellows, and ophthalmologists who are early in their careers can expect at the virtual Real World Ophthalmology meeting on Saturday, April 15.

The first 2023 release of the Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive, & Glaucoma Surgery explores essential techniques for intraocular lens (IOL) removal, providing a diverse range of both routine and novel approaches within its hour-long presentation.

Procedure offers sharp contrast to cutting procedures without risk, pain, or drama.

ICLs offer a strong surgical correction option for some patients.

The new laser will allow surgeons to perform refractive correction on patients with myopia, with or without astigmatism using the SILK Procedure.

At the EnVision Summit Ophthalmology 2023 in Puerto Rico, Eva Kim, MD, made a presentation titled "ICL and Clear Lens Exchange: Choosing the Right Approach."

Bonnie An Henderson, MD, founder and program director of EnVision Summit, previews what attendees can expect at this year’s meeting - from its diverse faculty to an inclusive Youth Program, while also giving back to the community. The conference will take place February 17 to 20 at the El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo, Puerto Rico.

According to the company, the facility will serve as a hub of the EVO Lens-Based Experience for ophthalmic surgeons, staff and healthcare practitioners.

According to UC Davis researchers, more needs to be done for the field to reflect ethnic and racial diversity across the country.

This December, the Ophthalmology Times® EyeCon 2022 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida will provide attendees with an end-of-year opportunity to meet their continuing medical education requirements. This activity has been approved for 12.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Nicole Bajic, MD, and Neel S. Vaidya, MD, MPH, share their insights from when they were at this crossroads. Learn more clinical pearls on topics like this and more at Real World Ophthalmology’s virtual conference, “Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner,” this Saturday, November 5.

Lawrence Whittle, Chief Commercial Officer for Verana Health, explains what the significance of imaging data linked with electronic health record data means for patient outcomes.