SAN FRANCISCO — Ophthalmologists need to work with industry to reduce the carbon footprint created by medical products, according to a speaker at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.
Emily M. Schehlein, MD, said ophthalmology has a unique opportunity to reduce unnecessary waste and carbon emissions.
“As ophthalmologists, we really have a duty to exchange our ideas with our industry partners to encourage them to reduce waste in their manufacturing and shipping processes and support our industry partners in changing regulations that can prevent sustainable production,”