Ophthalmology practices are coping with challenges on multiple fronts as they care for their patients and businesses. Medscape Medical News
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When Can We Open for Elective Surgeries?
WebMD Chief Medical Officer John Whyte talks with Dr Valerie Rusch about determining when it might be safe to perform elective surgeries again, and what must be done to make it happen. WebMD
The Element of Surprise: COVID-19 Unveiled a Tale of Two Americas
Two black physicians and health equity researchers argue that the pandemic is unfolding exactly as expected. Medscape Infectious Diseases
AI for Eyes Is ‘Nothing Short of Remarkable’
Pearse Keane joins Eric Topol and Abraham Verghese on this episode of Medicine and the Machine to discuss the unique opportunities for AI and deep learning in ophthalmology. Medscape
Is Kahook Dual Blade Goniotomy a Better Option for Glaucoma?
Dr Shuchi Patel on how this novel single-use ophthalmic device stacks up against conventional goniotomy and trabectome. Medscape Ophthalmology
ARVO 2020
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from ARVO 2020 Medscape Ophthalmology
Two Rare Neurologic Conditions Linked to COVID-19
Two rare neurologic presentations in patients hospitalized with COVID-19 add more evidence that unusual neurologic manifestations can arise in patients infected with the virus. Medscape Medical News
Diabetic Retinopathy Approaches Refined by New Trial Results
Data from clinical trials have prompted specialists in diabetic retinopathy to make changes in their practices. Medscape Medical News
COVID-19 Data Point to Two Possible Realities — Which Is It?
Is COVID-19 a slow-moving killer with a high death rate or a rapid spreader with minimal impact on most people? Medscape
Why I Founded United Physicians and Why You Should Join
Frustration with the MOC process led cardiologist Paul Teirstein to found NBPAS. Since then, he has had numerous requests to help physicians organize, which he has resisted — until now. Medscape
When to Restore Medical Services While We Still Fight COVID-19
Bioethicist Art Caplan discusses guidelines for deciding how to restore hospital services while not taking away from the treatment of patients with COVID-19. Medscape Business of Medicine
New Billing Basics for Telemedicine
With the expanded use of telehealth amid COVID-19, it’s important that those who are new to it understand how to bill correctly. Coding expert Betsy Nicoletti explains. Medscape Business of Medicine
COVID-19 Decimates Outpatient Visits
There has been a massive decline in outpatient office visits as patients have stayed home — likely deferring needed care — because of COVID-19, new data show. Medscape Medical News
COVID-19 Testing: Eric Topol, MD, On Getting It Done
WebMD Chief Medical Officer John Whyte talks with Dr Eric Topol about the need for better testing, contact tracing, and surveillance, and where we should be spending more of our efforts. WebMD
Teprotumumab Eases Thyroid Eye Disease in All, Including Smokers
Approved by the FDA in January 2020, the monoclonal antibody appears to reduce eye bulging regardless of age, gender, country, or smoking status. Medscape Medical News
COVID-19 Precautions Needed in Ophthalmology
Consensus recommendations are needed to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within the ophthalmology profession, doctors conclude in an editorial published in Ophthalmology. Reuters Health Information
Differences in Microaneurysm Detection Technologies Affect Diabetic Retinopathy Grading
In eyes with diabetic retinopathy (DR), microaneurysm detection varies between ultrawide field color imaging and ultrawide field fluorescein angiography, potentially affecting assessments of DR severity, researchers say. Reuters Health Information
How ‘Surge Staffing’ Can Help Fight COVID-19 More Effectively
As hospitals become overwhelmed with patients during the COVID-19 crisis, a physician describes how redeploying healthcare workers could help. Medscape Business of Medicine
COVID and Med Ed: Resident and Student Describe ‘New Normal’
The COVID-19 pandemic has also changed life for med students and residents who aren’t on the front lines. Two siblings–one a student, the other a resident–discuss what they have experienced. Medscape Med Students
CMS Finalizes 2021 Rate Increases for Medicare Advantage
CMS will continue phasing in new risk-adjustment methodology; because of the COVID-19 crisis, the agency will suspend quality data reporting for star ratings. Medscape Medical News