Surgery

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.

Explore cutting-edge ophthalmology innovations in this new series on the Ophthalmology Times EyePod podcast. Throughout this series, we'll hear insights from various stakeholders in clinical practice, academia, and industry. In this episode, host Ehsan Sadri, MD, engages in a conversation with Jeffry Weinhuff, managing partner at Visionary Ventures, exploring trends and offering advice for individuals driven by an entrepreneurial mindset.

Office-based surgery could prove to be a viable option for physicians.

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

Even small changes can have a large impact, saving time for physicians.

The patch is the world's first non-degradable, synthetic tissue substitute for ophthalmic surgery.

Neda Shamie, MD, highlights the origins and growth of CIME and what makes it unique from other meetings.

Teaching fellows can prove to be a rewarding experience for instructors.

Steps to take when a patient does not have a cataract.

Bonnie An Henderson, MD, previews the EnVision Summit 2024, scheduled for February 16 to 19 in Puerto Rico, highlighting its family friendly atmosphere, diverse specialty coverage, and new sessions on leadership and health equity.

A tailored treatment plan can help surgeons offer personalized care for patients.

In this podcast, Neda Shamie, MD, and Peter J. McDonnell, MD, discuss real-world experiences, patient choices, and the nuances of integrating femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery into practice, offering insights into the latest developments in ophthalmology.

In this episode, Neda Shamie, MD, and Peter J. McDonnell, MD, discuss the benefits and challenges of implementing the many options from the premium lens pipeline into practice, emphasizing the importance of customization based on patients' lifestyles and expectations, while also addressing concerns and sharing their positive experiences with the evolving technology in the field.

Sunil Srivastava, MD, shares his experience using dexamethasone and fluocinolone acetonide implants to manage chronic non-infectious uveitis.

Sunil Srivastava, MD, details his approach to treating chronic non-infectious uveitis and macular edema, highlighting when to transition away from topical therapies.