Is it even possible to develop valid indicators for quality outcomes in cataract surgery? Medscape Ophthalmology
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Ophthalmology Compensation: How Does Your Salary Stack Up?
The ophthalmology-specific results of a physician compensation survey are summarized here for quick and easy consumption. Medscape Ophthalmology
FDA Program Targets Rare Cataract Surgery Complication
Several agencies are now working together to track cases of toxic anterior segment syndrome and improve device safety. Medscape Medical News
Wyden-Ryan Medicare Plan Has SGR-Like Cost Brake
The proposal lets seniors choose between a private plan and the traditional program, and it allows Congress to raise their premiums if costs exceed a target linked to GDP. Medscape Medical News
Enlarged Blind Spot After Cataract Surgery
A 60-year-old man reports a large blind spot in his left eye after a cataract extraction and lens implant. What is your diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
House Rejects Senate’s 2-Month Medicare ‘Doc Fix’
A stand-off over extending a payroll tax cut could delay a deal to avert a 27.4% reduction in Medicare reimbursement to physicians on New Year’s Day until early January. Medscape Medical News
Recurrent Pterygia: A Surgical Solution
How effective is intraoperative mitomycin C for the management of recurrent pterygia? Medscape Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery: Use Grade 2 Reading Level in Consent Forms
Even well-educated patients do better with simpler informed-consent practices. Medscape Medical News
Self-Epilation and Absorbable Sutures Advocated for Trichiasis
Mild trichiasis can be treated with self-epilation when surgery is not available, and absorbable sutures offer advantages, researchers say. Medscape Medical News
Twice-a-Year Glaucoma Testing Helps Track Progression
Compared with once-yearly visual examinations, a twice-a-year approach improves detection of disease progression. Medscape Medical News
Therapies for Myopic Kids Do Not Work or Have Adverse Effects
A Cochrane Collaboration review notes that new approaches offer promise, but have not yet been studied in randomized clinical trials. Medscape Medical News
GOP Bill Calls for 2-Year Medicare ‘Doc Fix’ With 1% Raise
This solution to the Medicare reimbursement crisis is part of a bigger bill that could produce another stalemate between congressional Democrats and Republicans. Medscape Medical News
Top 10 for 2011: Most-Read Ophthalmology Articles
Don’t miss our top 10 most-read articles by ophthalmologists this year. Medscape Ophthalmology
Class 1 Recall for CooperVision Contact Lenses
The residue of silicone oil may cause pain, redness, burning, blurry vision, and eye injuries. News Alerts
TearLab Gets FDA Nod for Wider Use of Eye Test
TearLab Corp said U.S. health regulators granted a waiver that allowed for the wider use of its device to diagnose dry eye. Reuters Health Information
CE Mark Approval Secured for Victus Femtosecond Laser
CE Mark approval was obtained by Bausch and Lomb and Technolas Perfect Vision for the Victus femtosecond laser platform. International Approvals
Congress Mulling 2-Year Medicare ‘Doc Fix’ With No Raise
‘If we have to be there on Christmas Day, we’ll get a doc fix done,’ says Rep. Phil Roe, MD (R-TN), vice chair of the GOP Doctors Caucus. Medscape Medical News
Preserving Vision in Patients With Diabetes
The rising prevalence of diabetes will contribute to huge numbers of patients with diabetic retinopathy. Find out how best to preserve vision in these patients. CDC Expert Commentary
Preserving Vision in Patients With Diabetes
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The rising prevalence of diabetes will contribute to huge numbers of patients with diabetic retinopathy. Find out how best to preserve vision in these patients.
Smokers More Likely to Face Surgery With Thyroid Eye Disease
Strabismus surgery to correct diplopia is less common among nonsmokers. Medscape Medical News