PARK CITY, Utah — Segments that include patient pay or elective procedures are likely to be impacted by a volatile economic market, according to a speaker at Eyecelerator.Kirsten Harmon Ingenito, MBA, CEO of Market Scope, gave an update on the ophthalm…
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Postop endophthalmitis risk after cataract surgery higher in patients with diabetes
Postoperative endophthalmitis after cataract surgery is more than 17% more likely in patients with diabetes, while posterior capsule rupture during surgery is more than three times as likely, according to a review.The data also linked significantly low…
The pitfalls of co-leadership: Why one leader is better than two
“When two men ride a horse, one must ride behind.”– William Shakespeare“Too many cooks spoil the broth.”– English proverbLeadership structure is the backbone of your practice and drives effective functioning of the company. In your practice, it guides …
FDA grants regenerative medicine advanced therapy designation to 4D-150 in DME
The FDA granted regenerative medicine advanced therapy designation to 4D-150 for the treatment of diabetic macular edema, according to a press release from 4D Molecular Therapeutics.The gene therapy is designed to offer sustained delivery of anti-VEGF …
FDA fast tracks urcosimod for neuropathic corneal pain
Editor’s note: This is a developing news story. Please check back soon for updates.The FDA granted fast track designation to urcosimod to treat neuropathic corneal pain, according to a press release from Okyo Pharma.Urcosimod, formerly called OK-101, i…
Influence positive changes in health care through advocacy, patient education
LOS ANGELES — Positive changes in medicine can be obtained through advocacy and educating patients about the health care system, according to a group of speakers.At the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting’s Government Relations …
Ophthalmologists have to accept occupational stress, adapt to it
Medical practice is inherently stressful for the clinician providing the care, the patient receiving it and each of their families.I will focus my comments on the physician in this perspective and share a few thoughts after 5 decades serving as a busy …
Essilor Stellest spectacle lenses slow myopia progression 57% over 6 years in study
New long-term data on Essilor Stellest spectacle lenses show efficacy in slowing myopia progression for up to 6 years in Chinese participants, including into young adulthood, according to EssilorLuxottica.At 6 years, the lenses slowed myopia progressio…
Surgeons share best practices for managing challenging situations, handling stress
Learning to deal with complicated cases and difficult situations, whether predictable or completely unexpected, is an important part of the skill set of a surgeon.The needed tools are not only surgical techniques and knowledge but also emotional regula…
VIDEO: Miebo improves total corneal fluorescein staining starting at 2 weeks
LOS ANGELES — In this Healio Video Perspective from the ASCRS meeting, Marguerite B. McDonald, MD, discusses the efficacy of Miebo for dry eye disease in patients with and without cataracts.The post hoc analysis found that Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane o…
RevitalVision therapy has potential to improve amblyopia in adults
Visual acuity gradually improved for up to 5 years in patients with amblyopia, including adults, who were treated with RevitalVision, a home-based perceptual learning therapy, according to a study.“This is the first study of its kind, answering the big…
‘Cincinnati Procedure’: First-line treatment for limbal stem cell deficiency
LOS ANGELES — Living-related conjunctival limbal allograft should be first-line therapy for limbal stem cell deficiency, Edward J. Holland, MD, said during Cornea Day at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting.Holland, a profess…
VIDEO: Phentolamine improves symptoms as soon as 1 hour after dilation
LOS ANGELES — In this Healio Video Perspective from the ASCRS meeting, Y. Ralph Chu, MD, shares positive results on phentolamine ophthalmic solution 0.75% for the reversal of mydriasis.According to Chu, data on patient-reported outcomes show improvemen…
VIDEO: Toric IOL implantation yields ‘wonderful results’ in low astigmatism
LOS ANGELES — In this Healio Video Perspective from the ASCRS meeting, William B. Trattler, MD, shares data on the efficacy of femtosecond-guided toric IOL placement for astigmatism correction.The retrospective review, which enrolled patients with 1.25…
Patients satisfied with dropless cataract regimen
LOS ANGELES — A dropless regimen for cataract surgery had similar inflammation rates as standard of care, according to a study presented at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting.“The purpose of this study was to determine if t…
Presbyopia-correcting IOL demonstrates good visual acuity in light, dark settings
LOS ANGELES — Patients implanted with a presbyopia-correcting IOL reported high satisfaction after surgery and preserved visual acuity in low light environments, according to a study.“We know our patients require spectacle independence, and their requi…
JP Morgan banker says innovation will drive ophthalmology through current market cycle
LOS ANGELES — Today’s volatile environment is impacting the markets, but innovation in ophthalmology will drive the sector and lead to increased value, a JP Morgan managing director told attendees at SightLine.“Volatility is the theme of the market in …
Good visual, refractive results seen with Tecnis Eyhance in previously treated myopic eyes
LOS ANGELES — The Tecnis Eyhance IOL yielded positive visual and refractive outcomes in patients with myopia who underwent previous LASIK, RK or PRK, according to a speaker here.At the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting, Abinay…
Hydrodissection remains relevant in cataract surgery
LOS ANGELES — Hydrodissection remains an important technique for cataract surgeons, according to a speaker at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting.Ronald Yeoh, MD, who delivered the Cornelius D. Binkhorst, MD, Lecture, said h…
Richard L. Lindstrom, MD, inducted into ASCRS Ophthalmology Hall of Fame
LOS ANGELES — Healio | OSN Chief Medical Editor Richard L. Lindstrom, MD, was inducted into the ASCRS Ophthalmology Hall of Fame at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting.ASCRS Hall of Fame Chair Edward J. Holland, MD, presente…