WAIKOLOA, Hawaii — To yield the benefits of interventional glaucoma treatment, ophthalmologists need a roadmap for how to implement it, according to a speaker here.At the Hawaiian Eye 2026 meeting, Christine Funke, MD, said that acceptance of intervent…
Patient history, physical exam key for managing dacryoadenitis
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii — A thorough patient history and physical exam are crucial for managing dacryoadenitis and any associated systemic disorders, according to a presenter.Eli L. Chang, MD, offered his insights at Hawaiian Eye 2026.“A lot of us are seeing …
AI photoreceptor mapping useful tool for monitoring GA
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii — Geographic atrophy is a growing worldwide health issue, with approximately 8 million patients impacted, according to a speaker.At Retina 2026, Healio | OSN associate medical editor Rishi P. Singh, MD, FASRS, delivered an expansive up…
VISA system helps monitor TED progression over time
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii — The VISA classification system is a helpful tool for monitoring disease progression in patients with thyroid eye disease, according to a speaker here.At Hawaiian Eye 2026, Mark J. Lucarelli, MD, FACS, said that the VISA system assess…
Patient history key when evaluating eyelid lesions
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii — Patient history, growth rate and bleeding are important factors to consider when evaluating eyelid lesions and deciding whether or not to biopsy, according to a speaker.“There are situations where we need to have heightened awareness…
Pupil exams, motility checks key for ptosis treatment approach
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii — Examining the pupil and performing motility checks are key for effectively managing patients with ptosis and catching underlying conditions, according to a speaker at Hawaiian Eye 2026.“When you think about the eyelid, and ptosis in …