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Masks that become damp should be replaced, but health officials say that not enough people know this.

Investigators have found that the diameter of retinal veins may be linked directly to the severity of COVID-19. Assessing the retinal veins may be a part of diagnosing and managing the disease.

Intravitreal gene therapy continues to be well tolerated and shows robust efficacy

Combining RAF/MEK signaling pathway inhibitor with FAK inhibitor raises bar

Sustained release helps mitigate disease progression without impacting quality of life.

Pharmaceutical representatives share what keeps them up at night within the ophthalmic space.

Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, advises on how ophthalmologists can start performing a better diagnosis of ocular surface disease in three simple steps.

Technology with potential to improve treatment and evaluation of cortical visual impairment.

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Streamlining preoperative process can offer some relief during stressful time

Hand washing is one of the key components in starving the COVID-19 virus. A team of investigators studied the importance of washing hands to slow the spread of the virus.

Ophthalmologists remain in touch with colleagues while maintaining social distancing

Fast-acting efficacious options are key to treating acute inflammation

The ophthalmic community is mourning the loss of Alan S. Crandall, MD, a fixture at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah for nearly four decades.

With three days of content, expo will kick off November 13. See page 6 of our October 1 issue: https://bit.ly/3iP5ERY

Queen Elizabeth II and the Countess of Wessex on Thursday marked World Sight Day during a video chat with the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness and eye health professionals.

Study points to possible role of addressing preprocedural anxiety

Anne L. Coleman, MD, PhD, shares advice for others who are interested in pursuing a leadership role based on 5 dimensions of centered leadership.

Through donations and activism, industry leaders are educating the public on the importance of eye health as a survey finds many people understand importance of exams, but don’t always seek treatment.

Selections from Through the Looking Glasses: Stories About Seeing Clearly will be read in a virtual setting to increase awareness of the importance of seeing clearly.

Canadian researchers have found that wearing a mask can have a significant impact on the spread of COVID-19.

John J. Grande, CFP, and John S. Grande, CFP, of Grande Financial Services, continue their discussion on how having a solid financial plan in place can ease anxiety amid the pandemic, their advice to ophthalmologists contemplating retirement, as well as the uncertainty surrounding the economy ahead of the 2020 election, ongoing virus, and the unknown of what's in store for 2021.

Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, explains why she believes if ophthalmologists consistently evaluate the ocular surface, tear film and lid margins—and treat any problems that we find—surgical outcomes will improve.

The FEMCAT study found that FLACS is not superior to conventional approach

In study, treatment demonstrates promising biologic activity, safety profile

In study, treatment demonstrates promising biologic activity, safety profile