COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Handling the ophthalmic case load for the aging baby boomer population will require a coordinated effort across eye care, according to a speaker.At the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons meeting, Mats Lündstrom, …
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Eye tracking device feasible in assessment of athletes’ recovery after mild TBI
BALTIMORE — A virtual reality eye tracking device may be a reliable tool to assist clinicians in determining the cognitive status of athletes who are recovering from mild traumatic brain injury, according to a poster presentation.“When athletes face so…
Independent contracting in ophthalmology: A satisfying path forward
As a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon, I began my career as a full-time associate at a busy ophthalmology practice.At the time, I was craving safety as I finally stepped out into the “real world” as a full-fledged attending. Over the next few years…
Rehearsal, planning a fundamental part of learning cataract surgery
COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Surgeons who are preparing for their first cataract surgery require mental and physical readiness, according to a speaker at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons meeting.Paul Rosen, BSc, MB ChB, FRCS, FRCOphth,…
Study investigates global prevalence of keratoconus
COPENHAGEN, Denmark— With modern, standardized technologies allowing for more precise detection and diagnosis, the global map of keratoconus prevalence is dramatically changing.New data from the K-MAP multicenter study, which is tracking keratoconus pr…
Multifocal IOLs reduce spectacle use in mild, moderate glaucoma
Multifocal IOLs enabled significantly more patients with mild to moderate glaucoma to be free of spectacles but made no impact on vision-related quality of life vs. monofocal IOLs, according to a study published in Journal of Glaucoma.“Monofocal intrao…
Reusable phaco cassettes could save time, money
COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Switching to reusable phaco cassettes reduces waste and saves money, according to a study presented at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons meeting.Elie Motulsky, MD, PhD, FEBO, of the ophthalmology department …
Antivirals key for preventing herpes zoster ophthalmicus pain
COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Despite disappointing results from the Zoster Eye Disease Study, antiviral treatment remains the cornerstone in preventing recurrence and reducing post-herpetic pain in patients with herpes zoster ophthalmicus.At the European Soci…
Augmented glaucoma device improves IOP in children
COPENHAGEN, Denmark— Glaucoma devices augmented with Ologen helped reduce IOP and the number of medications used in pediatric patients, according to a study.In a presentation at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons meeting, Brenda L…
FDA fast tracks SAR402663 intravitreal gene therapy for wet AMD
Editor’s note: This is a developing news story. Please check back soon for updates.The FDA granted fast track designation to SAR402663, an intravitreal gene therapy for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration, according to a press release…
New CPT codes reflect ‘latest advances’ in patient monitoring, AI technology
The AMA has released its CPT code set for 2026, with dozens of new codes impacting data collection, remote patient monitoring, hearing devices, and digital health technologies and AI services.The CPT update involves 418 total changes, which include 288…
Physicians use startup accelerators to solve health problems
Many physicians are moving to the private sector with health care technology startups and accelerators, looking to make a difference without relying on philanthropy or federal funding.Health care startup accelerators are “varied types of programs that …
Match myopia control method to likelihood of patient’s compliance
ORLANDO — Clinicians should consider a child’s anticipated level of compliance when choosing a modality for myopia control, according to a panelist speaking at Vision Expo East.Today’s treatment choices include atropine, orthokeratology, dual-focus sof…
Is the for-profit model a good idea in eye banking?
Click here to read the Cover Story, ” Eye banks gain momentum from advanced research, collaborative projects . “It is difficult for me to understand why, after so many years, for-profit entities should still be a point of contention in eye banking.The …
Three-year data show durable efficacy, safety of MCO-010
PARIS — Results from the REMAIN long-term follow-up study on MCO-010, an optogenetic therapy for retinitis pigmentosa, showed durable efficacy over 3 years.“This is the most disruptive therapy currently,” Jordi Monés, MD, PhD, told Healio at the Eureti…
Alcon launches wavelight plus in US, Canada
Editor’s note: This is a developing news story. Please check back soon for updates.Alcon launched wavelight plus, a personalized LASIK treatment, in the U.S. and Canada, according to a press release.Wavelight plus considers a patient’s individual eye s…
FDA announces crackdown on ‘misleading’ DTC pharmaceutical ads
President Donald J. Trump signed a new memorandum that aims to crack down on “misleading” direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertisements.On Sept. 9, Trump issued a memorandum to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. requesting that the FDA take “approp…
OCT offers standardized way to assess fibrosis in wet AMD
PARIS — An international group of retina specialists recently reached consensus on a two-step process for the identification of fibrosis in neovascular age-related macular degeneration.“In the past, before we had a good treatment with anti-VEGFs, fibro…
Eye banks gain momentum from advanced research, collaborative projects
In the fight against vision loss and blindness, eye banks play a crucial role.As intermediaries between donors and recipients, eye banks manage multiple tasks, support families throughout the donation process, and test, store and provide safe, high-qua…
OCT can monitor neurodegeneration in multiple sclerosis
Neurodegeneration in multiple sclerosis can be monitored via OCT of inner retinal layers in the macular region, according to a study published in Frontiers in Neurology.“Recent developments in the OCT software make it possible to identify and measure e…