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Retinal Cells Thoughts To Be The Same Are Not, JHU Biologist Says
The old adage “Looks can be deceiving” certainly rings true when it comes to people. But it is also accurate when describing special light-sensing cells in the eye, according to a Johns Hopkins University biologist.
Endo Optiks, Inc. Develops Triple-‐Function 23 Gauge Laser Endoscope
Endo Optiks,Inc.(EndoOptiks) today announced that they have introduceda triple-function 23g laser endoscope,which is now for sale in the UnitedStates and internationally.
Should Clinician Prescribing Data Be Sold?
Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman discusses the ethics of disclosing or selling clinician prescribing data to private entities such as drug manufacturers. Medscape Psychiatry
R-Tech Ueno: Protocol Amendment Of A Phase I Clinical Study Of RK-023 For The Treatment Of Hypotrichosis Of The Eyelashes
R-Tech Ueno (JASDAQ:4573) is pleased to announce protocol amendment of a Phase I Clinical Study of RK-023, a new compound being developed for the treatment of hypotrichosis of the eyelashes (Note). The details are given below…
Study examines link between stereo 3D devices and visual discomfort
Several reports indicate that prolonged viewing of mobile devices and other stereo 3D devices leads to visual discomfort, fatigue and even headaches. According to a new Journal of Vision study, the root cause may be the demand on our eyes to focus on t…
STAAR Surgical Announces Second Quarter 2011 Results Release Date And Conference Call
STAAR Surgical Company today announced that it will release financial results for the second quarter ended July 1, 2011 on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 after the market close.The Company will host a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at …
Optimizing Eyesight: New System For Measuring And Improving Human Vision
With research and development assistance from the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) and seed funding from the Georgia Research Alliance (GRA), an Atlanta-based company is developing what it hopes will be the next-generation instrument for optimizi…
Inotek Pharmaceuticals Initiates Multiple-Dose Phase 2 Clinical Trial Of INO-8875 In Patients With Glaucoma
LEXINGTON Mass., – June 17, 2010
Inotek Pharmaceuticals Corp., a leader in the development of innovative drug candidates to address significant diseases of the eye, today announced that it has initiated dosing in a multiple-dose Phase 2 clinical trial …
New Study Finds Images Placed In Front Of Smartphone Screen Increase Visual Discomfort
Several reports indicate that prolonged viewing of mobile devices and other stereo 3D devices leads to visual discomfort, fatigue and even headaches. According to a new Journal of Vision study, the root cause may be the demand on our eyes to focus on t…
U.S. News ranks Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center among top five American hospitals
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center ranks among the top five American hospitals, according to a U.S. News & World Report survey that reviewed patient-outcomes data, reputation among physicians and other care-related factors. The medical center also was r…
Prolonged viewing of mobile devices leads to visual discomfort, fatigue and headaches
Several reports indicate that prolonged viewing of mobile devices and other stereo 3D devices leads to visual discomfort, fatigue and even headaches. According to a new Journal of Vision study, the root cause may be the demand on our eyes to focus on t…
Inotek Pharmaceuticals To Expand Phase 2 Clinical Trial In Glaucoma Based On Promising Preliminary Results
Inotek Pharmaceuticals Corp., a leader in the development of innovative medicines to address significant diseases of the eye, today announced that the Company has successfully completed the first two of three stages of a multiple-dose Phase 2b clinical…
Adults With Metabolic Syndrome At Increased Risk For Open-Angle Glaucoma
Patients with diabetes mellitus, systemic arterial hypertension, hyperlipidemia and obesity have elevated risks of developing open-angle glaucoma, a large study found.
Arterial Injection Effective in Intraocular Retinoblastoma
Selective ophthalmic arterial injection (SOAI) is a successful long-term alternative to systemic chemotherapy in intraocular retinoblastoma, Japanese researchers report. Reuters Health Information
U.S. News ranks UC San Diego Health System among America’s Best Hospitals for 2011-2012
UC San Diego Health System ranks #1 among San Diego’s adult hospitals and among “America’s Best Hospitals” according to U.S. News & World Report’s “2011 – 2012 Best Hospitals” issue online at www.usnews.com/besthospitals and available on newsstands Aug…
Proposed Regulations For Optometry Surgery Law Put Patients At Risk
Proposed regulations for a new state law which allows optometrists, who are not medical doctors, to perform a broad range of surgical procedures on the eye, fail to properly define the education, training and oversight necessary for this new scope of w…
Proposed Regulations For Optometry Surgery Law Put Patients At Risk
Proposed regulations for a new state law which allows optometrists, who are not medical doctors, to perform a broad range of surgical procedures on the eye, fail to properly define the education, training and oversight necessary for this new scope of w…
American Academy Of Ophthalmology Takes The Lead In Establishing Standards For Electronic Health Records
First-of-its-kind EHR checklist for ophthalmology supports meaningful use standards while enabling critical physician-to-physician communication and enhancing overall patient care.
American Academy Of Ophthalmology Takes The Lead In Establishing Standards For Electronic Health Records
First-of-its-kind EHR checklist for ophthalmology supports meaningful use standards while enabling critical physician-to-physician communication and enhancing overall patient care.