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Gurman says, ‘Our voice is their voice’ in explaining the importance of physician advocacy
At a time when the state of health care is in flux, it is critical that physicians engage in the national debate by telling their stories and those of their patients to help create change, according to Andrew W. Gurman, MD, immediate past president of the AMA.“Our country deserves better, and it is up to us as America’s doctors to keep the health and vitality of our patients, our fellow citizens [and] our friends at the forefront of these discussions,” Gurman said in a presentation at the American Society for (Read more...)
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AAO recommends shingles vaccine at 50 years
A shingles vaccine is now recommended for individuals aged 50 years and older, 10 years younger than a previous recommendation, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Dermatological Association.Shingles (herpes zoster) can …
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Elevated IOP, glaucoma complications of herpetic anterior uveitis
A study confirmed that elevated IOP and secondary glaucoma are frequent complications of herpetic anterior uveitis and that the number of IOP peaks is correlated with the risk for glaucoma.The medical records of 73 patients with herpetic anterior uveit…
Global Uveitis Market and Competitive Landscape Report 2017 – Research and Markets
DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Global Uveitis Market and Competitive Landscape – 2017” report has been added to Research and Markets’ offering. Global Uveitis Market and Competitive Landscape – 2017, provides comprehensive insights into Uveitis pipeline…
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Timing key to success of repositioning misaligned toric IOLs
IOL repositioning due to misalignment of toric IOLs should be performed between 1 and 3 weeks after primary surgery, according to a study. The data of 6,431 eyes implanted with toric IOLs at eight surgical sites in Japan were retrospectively reviewed. Forty-two eyes (0.653%) underwent repositioning surgery at an average of 9.9 ± 7.5 days.