NEW YORK — From OSN New York 2018, Ivan Mac, MD, MBA, founder of Metrolina Eye Associates, gives his presentation on what to know about dysphotopsias.
Month: October 2018
MRI Reveals How Neurostimulation Can Treat GI Disorder
Though it may come as a surprise to some, there are a number of gastrointestinal conditions that can be treated using electrical nerve stimulation. The stomach, for example, can be motivated to empty by neurostimulating the vagus nerve to treat gastroparesis in patients with diabetic autonomic neuropathy and others. While this has been known for […]
Experts offer strategies to address, combat burnout in clinical settings
ORLANDO, Fla. — A session presented at Psych Congress 2018 educated health care professionals about the risk for burnout in the health care setting, factors contributing to this risk, strategies for addressing burnout and tools for regular assessment t…
Vayyar Imaging Launches Walabot Home, A Senior Care Smart Home Device for Fall Detection
This week, Vayyar Imaging, a player in 3D sensor imaging technology, announced the launch of Walabot HOME, a senior care smart home device. Walabot HOME is designed for fall detection without the use of wearables, through the use of low-power radio wave technology similar to Wi-Fi. Avoiding the need for cameras, the system allows users […]
Medtronic’s myPTM Smartphone Controller for SynchroMed II Pain Drug Pump Approved by FDA
Medtronic landed an FDA approval for its myPTM smartphone-powered controller for the SynchroMed II drug delivery system. The new product allows pain patients with the implanted SynchroMed II device to deliver a bolus of the medication into their bodies, precisely when needed. The patient’s physician can set limits on how much of the drug can be […]
Optoacoustic Guidewire System for Breast Cancer Localization
Breast lumpectomy for breast CA is an imprecise procedure that too often results in cancerous tissue being left behind. About a quarter of patients have to come back and go through the surgery yet again. This is in large part due to the fact that guidewires are the standard way to point to the location […]
Mitotech initiates phase 3 trial of SkQ1 compound for dry eye
A phase 3 clinical trial of SkQ1 compound Visomitin for dry eye disease has been initiated, Mitotech announced in a press release.The topical ophthalmic formulation is designed to reduce oxidative stress within the mitochondria, the release said. The p…
NovioSense Announces Positive Clinical Trial Results of Tear Glucose Measurement Technology
NovioSense has demonstrated the measurement of tear glucose in diabetic patients and a close correlation to blood glucose with clinically relevant accuracy. A second, 24-patient study, to validate the use of the new glucose sensor in type 1 diabetic patients is already commencing. NovioSense BV, a company based in The Netherlands, announced positive data from its […]
VIDEO: Accommodative IOLs: Where do they fit into the presbyopia-correcting landscape
NEW YORK — From OSN New York 2018, P. Dee G. Stephenson, MD, founder of Stephenson Eye Associates of Venice, Florida, gives her presentation on where accommodative IOLs fit in the presbyopia-correcting landscape.
Modernizing Medicine Showcases Benefits of Ophthalmology EMR at AAO 2018
CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Modernizing Medicine Showcases Benefits of Ophthalmology EMR at AAO 2018
Kala Pharmaceuticals Appoints Steven Zhang as Vice President of Medical Affairs
WALTHAM, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kala Pharmaceuticals announces the appointment of Steven Zhang, M.D., Ph.D., as Vice President of Medical Affairs.
Compact Imaging Collaborates with Global Pharma to Accelerate Development of Home Monitor for Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Novartis Pharma AG, Compact Imaging agreement to develop a low-cost home-based monitor to detect progression for diseases affecting 350MM people.
Global leaders in medical and surgical eye care to convene in Chicago to attend AAO 2018
Thousands of eye physicians and surgeons this week will convene in Chicago to attend AAO 2018, the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s 122nd annual meeting.
Optos annonce une collaboration pour le monitoring et le traitement de la forme sèche de dégénérescence maculaire liée à l’âge en Europe
DUNFERMLINE, Écosse–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Optos Plc, une filiale de Nikon Corporation, Japon, et la seule société d’imagerie rétinienne ultra grand angulaire pour les soins oculaires, a le plaisir d’annoncer un accord de distribution exclusive en Europe et…
VIDEO: Deciding between Lens- vs. Cornea-based Refractive Surgery
NEW YORK — From OSN New York 2018, George O. Waring IV, MD, of Waring Vision Institute in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, gives his presentation on deciding between lens- vs. cornea-based refractive surgery.
CheckedUp Announces Expanding Reach in Vision Care and New Innovative Product Features at the Point of Care
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–CheckedUp continues to expand in eye care specialty fields and announces the addition of several patient and brand facing product features.
Microfluidic Chips to Diagnose and Characterize Cancer: Interview with Prof. Fatih Sarioglu, Georgia Tech
Research into microfluidic devices to aid in cancer diagnosis promises huge leaps in making diagnostics easier and faster. Much of this research is focused on chips that can trap circulating tumor cells (CTCs) which are present in blood samples. CTCs are released from a primary tumor and can form metastases in other sites in the […]
‘Eye Health’ Supplements: Do the Benefits Justify the Cost?
This practical overview presents the evidence and ‘bottom line’ guidance for patients who ask whether they should take supplements to prevent eye disease. Medscape Ophthalmology
Optos kündigt Zusammenarbeit zur Überwachung und Behandlung der trockenen altersbedingten Makuladegeneration in Europa an
DUNFERMLINE, Schottland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Optos Plc, eine Tochtergesellschaft der japanischen Nikon Corporation und einziger Anbieter von Ultra-Weitwinkel-Netzhaut-Bildgebungssstemen für die Augenheilkunde, freut sich, eine exklusive Vertriebsvereinbar…
Riassunto: Optos annuncia una collaborazione per il monitoraggio e il trattamento in Europa della degenerazione maculare secca legata all’età
DUNFERMLINE, Scozia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Optos Plc, una controllata di Nikon Corporation, Japan e unica azienda di imaging retinico ultra-widefield per le cure oculistiche, è lieta di annunciare un accordo esclusivo di distribuzione per l’Europa e l’Austr…