Surgery

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.

Marta Stevanovic, MD, Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School, Boston, was honored as the recipient of the inaugural Visionary in Eye Care Resident Recognition Award for the category of Best in Retina during the EyeCon 2023 conference, December 1-2, at the Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa in Sanibel, Florida.

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.

Jennifer Loh, MD, discusses the significance of maintaining a healthy ocular surface before surgery and exploring collaborative approaches for improved patient comanagement between ophthalmologists and optometrists at EyeCon 2023.

Approach to lowering IOP reduces medication burden without risking graft rejection.

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

Peter J. McDonnell, MD, and Neda Shamie, MD, consider the transformative landscape of cataract surgery, highlighting the impact of small-aperture IOL technology. The conversation delves into its potential benefits, influence on the market, and the evolving role of cataract surgeons in guiding patients through advanced options.

NYU Langone Health performs landmark procedure called “major paradigm shift for potential vision therapies”

Daniel H. Chang, MD, shared highlights of his presentation on a first-in-human clinical feasibility study of a dual-optic accommodating IOL system.

Physician notes endothelial cells play key role in hydration, transparency of cornea.

Transparent pricing in elective surgeries is crucial.

When patients pay for elective procedures, premium experience often falters.

Developing technology may offer marked improvements in surgical precision

Peter J. McDonnell, MD, and Neda Shamie, MD, discuss the transformative impact of minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) on glaucoma care and its integration with cataract surgery, sharing insights and practical tips for ophthalmologists.

Procedure corrects small-angle strabismus and removes need for prism glasses

Enhance 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.

RWO 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.

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

A Knox County Circuit Court jury awarded Gerald McCoy $6 million and his wife Deborah McCoy should $1 million after March 2017 procedure resulted in the loss of his eye.

According to the company, the deal expands its European footprint into Spain and Portugal.

The estate of James Sams, filed a lawsuit against Lowrey King, MD, Roper St Francis Healthcare, The Retina Eye Center of Charleston, and Carolina Eye Care Physicians in a South Carolina court.