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A new study reveals enhanced safety and efficacy in epi-on cross-linking for keratoconus, utilizing oxygen-rich boost goggles during treatment.

The second day of the annual scientific meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology highlighted advancements in AI, surgery technology, and money-saving solutions.

Data suggests the candidate can reduce the number of injections and treatment burden for patients

Dr. Singh reported that when technicians understand why they are performing a diagnostic test, they perform better and think critically in patient care situations.

Catch up on this week's highlights in retina.

The first day of the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Orlando, Florida featured presentations centered on eye injuries and data insights.

In this murine model of glaucoma, SPG302 was administered daily to 3-month-old mice for 8 weeks.

Dr Khanani shared his first-time results talk during an AAO specialty day

The 18-month extension of the GATHER2 trial indicated continued benefit for patients receiving avacincaptad pegol, with efficacy gains increasing over time.

Durga Borkar, MD, MMCi, explores real-world treatment patterns and safety of avacincaptad pegol for geographic atrophy, revealing critical insights for patient care.

Dr Borkar, a vitreoretinal surgeon at Duke University, spoke to the Eye Care Network about her American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) presentation

Broadwood stresses that STAAR ignored offers outside Alcon, while STAAR states Broadwood Partners’ claims are "misleading and distort the truth."

AAO attendees can preview the new technician training platform on Sunday, October 19.

Jean-Francois Korobelnik, MD, shares highlights from the PULSAR extension study showcasing aflibercept 8 mg and its ability to promote fluid resolution

Data suggests the candidate can reduce the number of injections and treatment burden for patients

As ophthalmic technologies move at supersonic speed, AI and gene therapy take center stage.

This year, 18 presenters will deliver named lectures during the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.

An easy reference guide for this year's award lectures and subspecialty day keynotes.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine’s Galen Hu, MD, and Andrea Blitzer, MD, sit down with Eduardo C. Alfonso, MD, of Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, to discuss how ophthalmologists are leveraging social media not just to promote practices, but to educate patients.

Explore groundbreaking advancements in eye care from the 2000s, including LASIK innovations, anti-VEGF treatments, and enhanced imaging technologies.

DURAVYU is being developed as a potential sustained-delivery treatment for patients suffering from serious retinal diseases.

The video-driven platform will improve workflow, education and engagement, said Inder Paul Singh, MD.

The VisiPlate aqueous shunt is made of a patented metamaterial that has been designed to be non-fibrotic and is many times thinner than a human hair, according to the company.

The approval follows the successful completion of a pivotal Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) study.

Andrew G. Lee, MD, and Drew Carey, MD, highlight how chronic lymphocytic leukemia can mimic Graves’ orbitopathy, underscoring the importance of a thorough evaluation.

Explore the groundbreaking advancements in ophthalmic technology from the 1980s and 1990s, including excimer lasers, LASIK, and innovative imaging techniques.

The video-driven platform will improve workflow, education and engagement, said Inder Paul Singh, MD

Attendees of the AAO 2025 annual meeting will have a chance to preview the virtual technician training platform on October 19, at 10:30 am in the Academy Theater, Hall WB1, Booth 2761.