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

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.

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

At the 2025 Academy of American Ophthalmology meeting, Prof Stalmans described safety and efficacy benefits of disposable non-contact vitrectomy lenses

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

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

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

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

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 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.

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.

The approval of the third-generation trifocal intraocular lens broadens the range of advanced lens options available for patients in the US.

From lasers to lenses, the 1970s redefined vision care through breakthroughs in surgery, imaging, and therapeutics.

The epithelium-on cross-linking modality is designed to enable simultaneous, bilateral keratoconus treatment, according to Epion Therapeutics.

The FDA describes the RDEA pilot program as a program to support novel endpoint efficacy development for drugs that treat rare diseases.

Emerging pharmacological and optical strategies are shaping a new era.

The Polaris platform is the world’s first AI-supported and robotics-enabled surgical system developed specifically for ophthalmology, according to the company.

EYDENZELT is Celltrion's first FDA-approved biologic product in ophthalmology.

Singh highlights how understanding the “why” behind diagnostics and procedures boosts technician confidence, fosters pride, and strengthens their role in patient care.

A recent study uncovers a novel biomarker for retinal vascular diseases, highlighting the significance of intermittent capillary perfusion in monitoring treatment efficacy.

The video-driven platform equips ophthalmic practices with tools to standardize education, improve workflow, and foster technician engagement.

Sura-vec is intended to be a potential 1-time treatment consisting of the NAV AAV8 vector, which encodes an antibody fragment designed to inhibit vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF).