A new study confirms what many clinicians suspected: Patients reward and punish them for how they treat respiratory infections, reports Dr Perry Wilson. Medscape
Tag: Commentary
When Dismissing a Patient, Avoid a ‘Bad Breakup’
Breaking up is always hard to do–particularly when it’s with a difficult patient. Take these steps to ensure a smooth transition. Medscape Optometry
Anti-VEGF vs PRP for Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
Five-year data from DRCR.net Protocol S provides needed comparative data on the efficacy, safety, and burden of these treatments. Medscape Ophthalmology
Diabetic Retinopathy: Reality and Risk of Loss to Follow-up
Clinical studies on the treatments for diabetic retinopathy have focused on efficacy and safety, but the loss of patients to follow-up is a challenge that may be affected by the choice of treatment. Medscape Ophthalmology
For Dry Eye, Transnasal Neurostimulator Activates Real Tears
Drs Rapuano and Meghpara describe a unique new device that helps patients with dry eye produce their own tears. Wills Eye Hospital
First Artificial Iris Approved
Following the recent approval by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the first artificial iris, Dr Brandon Ayres describes this groundbreaking solution for patients. Wills Eye Hospital
Mentoring Is ‘Good for Everyone’
Take some time to be a mentor. The benefits are immeasurable. Medscape Optometry
The Link Between Screen Time and Eye Symptoms in Kids
A growing body of research has examined the link between increasing amounts of screen time and visual problems in the youngest kids. CHOP Expert Commentary
How to Be a Better Ophthalmologist? Go to the Art Museum
A new study illustrates how art education can improve ophthalmologic observational skills. Medscape Ophthalmology
New Diabetes Guidelines Already Outdated?
The ACP reviewed relevant studies but came to conclusions ‘not germane to the way we treat patients with type 2 diabetes today,’ says Dr Anne Peters.
Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology
Communication Is Tough, so Make Sure You Have Onions
A friendly gathering going awry over onion-less soup is a good reminder to practice good communication skills. Medscape Optometry
Wearable Technology: Where Are We Headed?
The brain-computer interface may be the most ‘game-changing development in our lifetime.’ Medscape Optometry
Should a Terminal Patient Receive Cataract Surgery?
Should a terminally ill cancer patient who asks for cataract surgery to improve his quality of life be granted his wish? Medscape Business of Medicine
Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Declining?
An aging population should mean an uptick in age-related macular degeneration cases, but recent data suggest that is not what’s happening. Medscape Ophthalmology
Spotlight on Retinal Diseases
New anti-VEGF therapies for DME and AMD, as well as retinal detachment outcomes, were among the highlights presented at Retina Subspecialty Day during AAO 2017. Medscape Ophthalmology
Vitamins for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
A look at the evidence supporting vitamin therapy for the most common cause of vision loss in US adults: age-related macular degeneration. Medscape Ophthalmology
Shingles and Shingles Vaccine: An Update
A recently approved shingles vaccine seems to be more effective in preventing the virus. Drs Rapuano and Meghpara from Wills Eye Hospital discuss its role for patients. Wills Eye Hospital
Seeing the Future: The Promise of Refractive Index Shaping
Dr H. Burkhard Dick on a presentation at AAO 2017 that raised exciting prospects for the next generation of postoperative refractive adjustment. Medscape Ophthalmology
‘Generic Equivalent’: What Does That Really Mean?
Generic? Authorized generic? Biosimilar? Here is one take on the myriad of drug types now available. Medscape Optometry
Artificial Intelligence May Transform Retinal Screening
The new technology is a potential breakthrough for diabetic retinopathy screening, but is not without risks. Medscape Ophthalmology