Surgery

Technologies continue to push retina surgical suites into the future

The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists hosted its inaugural Eye Surgery Showcase, where participants learned how ophthalmologists and the medical technology industry are working together to save the sight of Australians.

The device features real-time feedback and other features, allowing residents to hone their skills and expand options for practicing one of the most needed procedures in the country.

The agreement with give Apotex exclusive rights in Canada for the commercialization of APP13007.

A team of 14 eyecare professionals made the recent trip including faculty from the Loyola Medicine Department of Ophthalmology and faculty and residents from Cook County Health, Northwestern Medicine, Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Champlain Ophthalmology in Bethesda, Maryland.

iStent implantations increased sharply, whereas trabeculectomies saw a decline.

Lens feathering resulting from intraocular gas can interfere with the visualization needed to perform posterior segment surgery

Funding for the device was thanks to companies like Nike and the Oregon ToughTech Breakthrough Fund.

The purpose of the study was to determine if experience affects the surgeons’ dexterity response to pharmacologic and behavioral interventions.

From amniotic membrane grafting to neurotization.

Plasma emission for blepharitis, meibomian gland dysfunction, and dry eye disease.

According to the company, its combined vitreoretinal-cataract system and standalone cataract system are cleared for use in the United States.

The electromagnetic driving systems are proposed for the flexible 5-DOF magnetic manipulation of a micro-robot within the posterior eye, enabling precise targeted drug delivery.

McDonnell stays focused on helping the next generation of ophthalmologists launch their careers in academics.

Recent sessions cast spotlight on emerging technologies and therapies.

Organization eyes green practices, shifting ophthalmology landscape.

Physicians should consider the roles of verbal and ocular anesthesia.

From surgeon to mentor: Smith fuels her commitment to improving glaucoma care by training future ophthalmologists.

An analysis showed an association between patients who previously had undergone intravitreal injections and cataract surgery and a higher risk of the development of a non-clearing vitreous hemorrhage, retinal detachment, retinal tear, and glaucoma surgery.

Sadda discusses his goals for ARVO, focusing on enhancing the organization's role in promoting scientific exchange in vision research. He underscores the significance of the annual meetings for networking and driving innovation in ophthalmology.

Hura highlighted some of the key takeaways from the Controversies in Modern Eye Care symposium where presenters and attendees shared their insights into the latest advancements in refractive surgery, retina care, and collaborative eye care.

Rick Lewis, chief medical officer of ViaLase, describes the company's nonincisional glaucoma treatment, showing promising safety and efficacy in studies and possibly paving the way for FDA approval.

Neda Nikpoor, MD, urges audience members to become more empowered in making small but meaningful, evidence-based changes in combating unconscious gender bias.

George O. Waring IV, MD, FACS, highlighted preliminary data from an open-label clinical trial, where his site was 1 of 4 in the US.

Deborah Gess Ristvedt, DO, shares highlights from her presentation and what these real-world cases mean for clinicians and their patients with glaucoma.

Program cochair Arjan Hura, MD, previews this year’s extended schedule with discussions on retina gene therapies, corneal endothelial diseases, and oculoplastics, along with hands-on experiences.

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

Elizabeth Yeu, MD, discusses a case report for how the triple procedure can be beneficial for different patient populations in her ASCRS presentation, 'Human corneal endothelial cell transplantation combined with cataract extraction and PCIOL in subject with corneal edema.'

William F. Wiley, MD, shares some key takeaways from his ASCRS presentation on binocularity and aperture optics.

Alejandro Espaillat, MD, sat down to discuss his presentation on pearls for the anterior segment surgeon at this year's ASCRS meeting held in Boston, Massachusetts.