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April 30th 2025
Of participants surveyed, 36% reported a fear of cataract surgery, with more than half of those specifically feared it would lead to vision loss.
December 31st 2024
Trending topics and milestone stories from our year in ophthalmology.
December 19th 2024
Key takeaways from the past year that can help optometrists look ahead to 2025.
Equitable access to refractive surgery: Bridging gaps in vision care
Resolving eye care disparities can yield positive results for patients of all backgrounds.
Researchers find increased depression risk in patients with hyperopia
According to the UK study, for every 0.5-diopter increase in mean spherical equivalent, a 6% higher risk was attributed in developing depressive disorders.
Dropless cataract surgery: Revolutionizing postoperative care for enhanced patient outcomes
Removing drops improves adherence and comfort for most patients.
All eyes on the future: How AI is revolutionizing ocular surgery
Technological advancements may improve treatment options.
New handheld pachymeter launched by Lumibird division
The pachymeter is the most lightweight handheld product of its kind on the market, according to the company.
When choosing refractive procedures, long-term planning is key
Considering recovery time, potential adverse effects, and future eye care needs can increase patient satisfaction.
Presbyopia and cataracts: Dysfunctional lens syndrome
Even if DLS is completely normal and expected, it can be mentally and emotionally difficult for patients.
Neural adaptation in refractive care
This neural time warp is seen throughout the optometric examination.
ASCRS 2023 innovation highlights
Annual meeting places spotlight on newest clinical techniques, industry trends.
ASCRS to shine in San Diego
New and returning special events and features on tap at annual meeting
FDA approves CT LUCIA 621P Monofocal IOL from Zeiss
The aspheric, monofocal, single-piece C-loop IOL from Zeiss compensates for a range of spherical aberrations to minimize decentration and lens misalignments.
New topical therapies for dry eye disease
Nasal spray may fill the gaps left by artificial tears.
Educating patients on refractive surgery options
The pros and cons of LASIK, PRK, EVO, SMILE, and RLE/CLE.
SECO 2023: Caring for myopic patients through lifestyle interventions
Ashley Wallace-Tucker, OD, FAAO, FSLS, Dipl ABO, shares key takeaways from her SECO 2023 panel discussion, "Myopia management."
Study: comparison of glisenings, PCO in hydrophobic acrylic IOLs
Investigators evaluated and compared the long-term formation of posterior capsular opacification (PCO) and the rate of glistenings that developed between 2 hydrophobic acrylic intraocular lenses (IOLs).
Size plays role in injection of IOLs during cataract surgery
Smaller corneal incisions made during cataract surgery are linked with better visual outcomes and less frequent postoperative endophthalmitis.
Poll results: How comfortable are you with including biosimilars in your treatment plans?
See the results from our recent poll!
This week in optometry: February 11-February 16
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of February 11-February 16.
Future advances in glaucoma therapy
Medical and surgical technological advances show promise for future glaucoma management.
Introduction to biosimilars for AMD
Advances in drug creation would reduce cost burden of treatment for patients.
This week in optometry: February 4-February 9
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of February 4-February 9.
This week in optometry: January 28-February 2
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of Jan. 28-Feb. 2.
This week in optometry: January 21-January 26
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of Jan. 21-Jan. 26.
Study finds fungal endophthalmitis after cataract surgery linked to viscoelastic
Researchers found that prompt intervention may improve the prognosis of fungal endophthalmitis caused by contaminated medical products.
Contact lenses can help patients with low vision
Benefits include eliminating eyeglass problems and boosting patient confidence.
This week in optometry: January 14-January 19
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of Jan. 14-Jan. 19.
Reviewing what is in the anterior segment topical ophthalmic pipeline
Novel drops for a variety of indications are under investigation.
EVO ICL may be best-kept secret in refractive surgery
As demand for this lens grows, the need for expert refractive comanagement will expand as well.
Identifying contoured prism lens patients
An increase in screen time has led to a rise in binocular vision disorders.
EyeCon 2022: Glaucoma Innovations: From Meds to MIGS
The glaucoma field is on the move with significant innovations in a number of treatment areas. Experts discussed the various technologies at the Optometry Times 2022 EyeCon meeting in Marco Island, Florida.