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To celebrate Ophthalmology Times' 50th anniversary, we asked leading experts what the practice would look like today had optical coherence tomography (OCT), one of the biggest innovations in the field, never been invented.

The awards recognize outstanding contributions in 3 categories—Rising Star, Catalyst, and Visionary Leader—honoring individuals driving innovation, inclusion, and impact across ophthalmology.

As a US clinical investigator, Wiley shares his insights on the FineVision HP trifocal lens, highlighting patient visual outcomes, satisfaction, and its impact on cataract surgery practice.

Providers are rethinking their spaces and systems to streamline care, reduce waste, and improve patient, staff and physician satisfaction

Catch up on news you may have missed at the meeting in Orlando, like the effects of GLP-1 drugs on eye health and a potential sign of cardiovascular disease.

David Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS, recalls an early-career case managing bilateral diabetic macular edema with frequent intravitreal triamcinolone injections—leading to severe steroid-induced glaucoma and valve implants.

Cases show improved clarity, astigmatism masking, and versatility in complex eyes.

Andrew G. Lee, MD, revisits a 1997 case in which recognizing paraneoplastic optic neuropathy led to the diagnosis—and life-saving treatment—of small cell lung carcinoma.

Earlier use of SLT, sustained-release drug delivery, and MIGS is reframing glaucoma care.

Catch up on this week's highlights in retina.

Neda Shamie, MD, recounts a humbling experience performing cataract surgery in Honduras using older-generation phaco machines, revealing how technology elevates both skill and patient care.

Roundtable discussion explores surgical and sustained-release options.

Chiu discusses factors affecting adoption of the FDA-approved epi-on therapy, from clinic setup to insurance coverage, while highlighting its safety and efficacy.

REMAIN is the long-term extension of the phase 2b/3 RESTORE trial evaluating MCO-010 in retinitis pigmentosa (RP).

The decision follows results from the Phase 3 STAR trial, among the largest global studies of low-dose atropine in pediatric myopia.

Innovations in surgery, biologics, and AI are shaping the future of eye aesthetics.

A recent study reveals that systemic chemotherapy significantly reduces mortality and enucleation rates in retinoblastoma, enhancing patient outcomes.

While the FDA requests additional evidence of efficacy for the low-dose atropine eye drop in the US, the formulation has already gained European Commission approval as Ryjunea for slowing paediatric myopia progression.

While the STAR trial showed significant reductions in myopia progression, including over 50% in fast-progressing children, the FDA requires additional evidence to support US approval.

Their discussion sheds light on the importance of physician advocacy in ophthalmology—from shaping policy and protecting patients to building community.

HELIOS Phase 1 showed consistent reductions in retinal fluid with OTX-TKI, paving the way for pivotal HELIOS-2 and HELIOS-3 trials.

Gildeuretinol has also been evaluated in atrophic age-related macular degeneration, said Philip J. Ferrone, MD

Inder Paul Singh, MD, shares a formative experience in which a patient’s vision loss—and their unexpected gesture of comfort—shaped his approach to high-risk glaucoma care.

A study reveals that systemic chemotherapy significantly reduces mortality in retinoblastoma, while targeted treatments lower enucleation rates.

The newest research findings create "tangible benchmarks" for how earlier treatment can lead to better outcomes, said Dr. Kim.