
Ophthalmology Times 2024 wrap-up: A year of innovation and insight
Key Takeaways
- AI and VR are increasingly utilized in healthcare, improving medical collaboration and surgical efficiency.
- Sustainability in ophthalmology is emphasized, with organizations like EyeSustain promoting eco-friendly practices.
A look at the biggest news and advancements in ophthalmology in 2024.
As 2024 comes to a close, we here at Ophthalmology Times and the greater Eye Care Network would like to thank you–the reader. Throughout the year, we have had the privilege of covering a wide range of topics in ophthalmology. As always, stay tuned to see highlights from the year from all other Eye Care Brands on Ophthalmology Times. Now, we take a look back at some of the highlights of 2024 and look ahead to the new year on the horizon.
From the cover
This year, Ophthalmology Times saw a wide range of topics covered in the magazine. Twelve cover stories ranged from topics such as
We also took a look inside the operating room this year. An article by Eric D. Rosenberg, DO, MScEng, a cornea complex anterior segment surgeon at SightMD in Babylon, New York, discussed how ophthalmologists
Still inside the operating room, there was a greater focus on how to be
Of course, we also looked at what the future of treatments could look like, and discussed the
Dry eye
Dry eye is a topic that saw a plethora of news this year, and continues to be one of the more popular areas in eye care.
Aldeyra Therapeutics had a long journey from the CRL they received at the end of 2023 from the FDA and just recently
A greater focus was taken on patient understanding of DED as well, with
Eyes looked to the skies as well and discussed how
Of course, clinical trial updates never stopped over the course of 2024 and will continue into 2025 and the future. In dry eye,
FDA approvals
As always, the FDA has approved new treatment options this year in the space of ophthalmology. While it wasn’t as big a number as 2023 saw, it was still enough to make a difference.
In October, Bausch + Lomb Corp announced the FDA granted approval the
While over the summer, the
As mentioned previously, multiple biosimilars were approved this year as well. Those included
With exciting developments in AI, sustainability, and groundbreaking treatments shaping the future of ophthalmology, we remain dedicated to bringing you the latest insights, expert opinions, and industry updates. Here’s to another year of progress, collaboration, and excellence in eye care. See you in 2025!
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