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BARCELONA — Femtosecond laser technology will lend itself to IOL technology and drive innovation in IOL technology in a virtual cycle, according to Boris Malyugin, MD, PhD, who chaired a panel symposium on the topic at the Ophthalmology Futures European Forum. “The panel agreed that femtosecond technology has the potential to stimulate the development of new IOLs as it adds optical and biomechanical benefits to the cataract procedure. We can potentially achieve a better centration of the lens, and therefore a better refractive stability, as well as prevent rotation, which (Read more...)

BARCELONA — Imaging is a key factor in the application of femtosecond laser in cataract surgery. At the Ophthalmology European Futures Forum, a panel of clinician and industry managers shared the perception that imaging technology and laser are reciprocally stimulating improvement and advancing synergistically. “Additional technology for preoperative and intraoperative use is stepping in, and there is a lot of potential in it, especially with premium lenses. Companies are working hard to integrate imaging technologies in the femtosecond laser premium cataract procedure,” Gerd Auffarth, MD, PhD, said.

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BARCELONA — At the Ophthalmology Futures European Forum, Ronen Castro, CEO of iOPtima Ltd, discusses the why he believes CO2 laser-assisted sclerectomy surgery should be the gold standard in glaucoma surgery.

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BARCELONA — Kuldev Singh, MD, co-founder and co-chair of Ophthalmology Futures European Forum, discusses how he developed the idea the OFEF meeting in Europe with Keith Barton, MD, and why Europe seemed like the appropriate place for it to be held.

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BARCELONA — At the Ophthalmology Futures European Forum, Johathan Crowston, MD, PhD, talks about the interaction between industry and academia. Working with industry partners is often crucial for funding research and accelerating the delivery of innovation.

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BARCELONA — Keith Barton, MD, co-chair of the Ophthalmology Futures European Forum, gives highlights of this year’s meeting. The OFEF meeting provides a unique opportunity for clinicians, industry, regulators and business consultants to interact.

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