Contributors

CEO Stephen McLeod, MD, outlines the American Academy of Ophthalmology's commitment to advocating for evidence-based, sustainable, and equitable reforms that prioritize public health and access to quality care.

Routine evaluation of meibomian glands, starting in childhood, is crucial for identifying and managing this progressive disease before it leads to long-term ocular surface issues.

Hyaluronic acid fillers are used for undereye volume correction, detailing aging effects on facial anatomy, common complications, and optimal injection techniques. Imaging tools such as MRI can prove to be beneficial for patient assessment.

Kay Durairaj, MD, FACS, a facial plastic surgeon points out that the use of hyaluronidase in the periorbital region demands a meticulous approach due to the delicate anatomy and high risk of complications.

Andrew Lee, MD, and Andrew Carey, MD, sit down on another episode of the NeuroOp Guru to discuss how modern high-resolution MRIs may miss up to a third of internuclear ophthalmoplegia (INO) lesions

Alice Epitropoulos, MD, discusses the importance of considering ocular surface health in cataract surgery patients.

Conducting a thorough financial examination may help clinicians to see their finances as clearly as their patients see the world after cataract surgery.

A successful career in ophthalmology may seem daunting to a young trainee, but Real World Ophthalmology is here to reveal the secrets.

Alice Epitropoulos, MD, gives some insight into meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), one of the most prevalent forms of dry eye.

Alice Epitropoulos, MD, gives tips on how to optimize treatment for patients with meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD).

Scientists from globally renowned top medical institutions, including the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute, University Hospitals Eye Institute, and Akron Children’s Hospital Vision Center, will present their latest research findings on major blinding disorders including children’s vision issues, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

Joseph F. Panarelli MD, Steven J. Gedde, MD, and Vikram Paranjpe MD, MPH discuss the Primary Tube Versus Trabeculectomy (PTVT) study.

Andrew G. Lee, MD, has had direct experience as being an in-flight physician over 15 times on international and domestic flights and answers some of the most frequently asked questions about being the doctor on the plane.

A leader in the field of ophthalmology, Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, ABES, discusses her career as she prepares for the next phase.

Effective networking involves developing relationships with other people, sharing relevant information and resources, and providing mutual support and encouragement on the path to reaching your goals.

On this week's episode of the NeuroOp Guru video blog, Andy Lee, MD, and Elizabeth Fortin, MD, discuss the comparison of the range of lumbar CSF pressure in adults with normal CSF pressure and in idiopathic intracranial hypertension.

Joshua Mali, MD, offers his prognostications for the new year

On this week's episode of the NeuroOp Guru, Andy Lee, MD, and Elizabeth Fortin, MD, discuss whether lumbar puncture should be required to diagnose every patient with idiopathic intracranial hypertension.

A recent study showed that only 6% of practicing ophthalmologists in the US identify as an underrepresented minority.

Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, ABES, explains why eye care professionals should oversee the selection and use of artificial tears for patients with dry eye.

In a profession that values super subspecialization, combined with a society that pigeonholes physicians into corners, I often felt I didn’t fit into one job title with my varied passions and cross interests.

On this week's episode of the NeuroOp Guru, Andy Lee, MD, and Elizabeth Fortin, MD, discuss the current status of eye stroke evaluations for CRAO.

There’s a new alternative to LASIK in the United States. In March of 2022, the FDA approved STAAR Surgical’s EVO/EVO+ VISIAN Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) and Toric Implantable Collamer Lens (TICL).

It’s been a minute, as the Baltimorean’s say, but I still remember my first day of residency. I knew next to nothing about ophthalmology but showed up smiling and eager to learn. I felt incredibly fortunate to be training at such a prestigious institution. I was awed by the distinguished faculty, and my co-residents couldn’t be any more impressive. In short, I wasn’t sure I belonged.

There is a shortage of neuro-opthalmologists in the US, and Andy Lee, MD, and Elizabeth Fortin, MD, look at recent survey results diving into this topic.

Joseph Panarelli, MD, and Arsham Sheybani, MD, discuss the Primary Trabeculectomy for Advanced Glaucoma: Pragmatic Multicentre Randomized Controlled Trial, or TAGS trial, and how this can apply to real world situation. This multicenter randomized controlled trial evaluated whether primary trabeculectomy or primary medical treatment leads to improved outcomes in terms of quality of life, clinical effectiveness, and safety.

Andrew Lee, MD, and Elizabeth Fortin, MD, discuss a paradigm shift in the treatment of thyroid eye disease with the new FDA approved medicine for managing TED.

One of the most stressful aspects of retirement can be transitioning from earning income to relying upon investments and other possible income sources to meet income needs.