The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and Schepens Eye Research Institute have announced that they are combining forces to create the world’s largest and most robust basic and clinical ophthalmology research enterprise with full spectrum bench-to-bed…
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Scientists Find How Rogue Cells ‘Eat Our Eyes’
Vision scientists have identified a key player in macular degeneration (MD), raising hope for a treatment for the currently incurable blinding disease. The studies reveal how light-damaged eyes invoke an out-of-control immune response, resulting in whi…
Regulatory Mechanism For Gene Expression In The Visual System Uncovered By Biologists
Biologists have uncovered a key regulatory mechanism used for gene expression in the visual system. Their findings, which appear in the latest issue of the journal Cell, offer new insights into the complexity behind the genetic make-up of biological sy…
Schepens, Mass. Eye and Ear to create world’s largest ophthalmology research center
The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and Schepens Eye Research Institute announced today that they are combining forces to create the world’s largest and most robust basic and clinical ophthalmology research enterprise with full spectrum bench-to-be…
More Oppose Than Support Republican Medicare Plan
More Americans oppose than support a Republican plan to revamp the Medicare healthcare program for seniors, presenting a challenge to the party ahead of next year’s presidential and congressional elections. Reuters Health Information
Regulatory Mechanism For Gene Expression In The Visual System Uncovered By Biologists
Biologists have uncovered a key regulatory mechanism used for gene expression in the visual system. Their findings, which appear in the latest issue of the journal Cell, offer new insights into the complexity behind the genetic make-up of biological sy…
Regulatory Mechanism For Gene Expression In The Visual System Uncovered By Biologists
Biologists have uncovered a key regulatory mechanism used for gene expression in the visual system. Their findings, which appear in the latest issue of the journal Cell, offer new insights into the complexity behind the genetic make-up of biological sy…
Speaker Shares Pearls For Managing Ruptured Capsule During Cataract Surgery
The incidence of capsule rupture and anterior vitrectomy during cataract surgery is significant, estimated at up to 5% of cases, according to a speaker here.
Regulatory Mechanism For Gene Expression In The Visual System Uncovered By Biologists
Biologists have uncovered a key regulatory mechanism used for gene expression in the visual system. Their findings, which appear in the latest issue of the journal Cell, offer new insights into the complexity behind the genetic make-up of biological sy…
Regulatory Mechanism For Gene Expression In The Visual System Uncovered By Biologists
Biologists have uncovered a key regulatory mechanism used for gene expression in the visual system. Their findings, which appear in the latest issue of the journal Cell, offer new insights into the complexity behind the genetic make-up of biological sy…
E-Prescribe by January — Here’s How
Donald M. Berwick, MD, of the CMS provides specific advice and resources for implementing e-prescribing into your practice. Medscape Internal Medicine
How to Get a Raise: Experts Advise Doctors
There are tactics, strong arguments, and gauging the right timing if you want to increase your pay. Here’s how to go about it. Medscape Business of Medicine
Historic First Images Of Rod Photoreceptors In The Living Human Eye
Scientists today reported that the tiny light-sensing cells known as rods have been clearly and directly imaged in the living eye for the first time. Using adaptive optics (AO), the same technology astronomers use to study distant stars and galaxies, s…
Adaptive Optics Technology Likely To Spur Sight-Saving Interventions, Usher In New Era Of Eye Disease Research, Diagnosis And Treatment
Scientists have reported that the tiny light-sensing cells known as rods have been clearly and directly imaged in the living eye for the first time. Using adaptive optics (AO), the same technology astronomers use to study distant stars and galaxies, sc…
Criteria Identified For Medical Management Of Pediatric Orbital Cellulitis
Researchers from Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence, R.I., report that medical management may be preferred over surgery for children with orbital cellulitis, an acute infection of the tissues surrounding the eye. They have determined the criteria…
LasikPlus® Launches Eye Can Tell You A Story Contest
LasikPlus®, a leading provider of laser vision correction, is searching for stories about how their services have changed the lives of people treated at LasikPlus. The company is hosting a contest on its Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/LasikPlu…
Medical management preferred over surgery for pediatric orbital cellulitis
Researchers from Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence, R.I., report that medical management may be preferred over surgery for children with orbital cellulitis, an acute infection of the tissues surrounding the eye. They have determined the criteria…
Treating Epiphora Part Two: Repair of a Canalicular Laceration
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Patient Motivation, Adaptability Crucial For Presbyopia Correction
The key ingredients to successful presbyopia correction may be a patient’s drive and flexibility, according to a presenter here.
Historic First Images Of Rod Photoreceptors In The Living Human Eye
WASHINGTON, June 8-Scientists today reported that the tiny light-sensing cells known as rods have been clearly and directly imaged in the living eye for the first time. Using adaptive optics (AO), the same technology astronomers use to study distant st…