SPOTLIGHT -
March 20th 2023
The pros and cons of LASIK, PRK, EVO, SMILE, and RLE/CLE.
March 3rd 2023
Ashley Wallace-Tucker, OD, FAAO, FSLS, Dipl ABO, shares key takeaways from her SECO 2023 panel discussion, "Myopia management."
March 1st 2023
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).
February 28th 2023
Smaller corneal incisions made during cataract surgery are linked with better visual outcomes and less frequent postoperative endophthalmitis.
February 17th 2023
A look back on what's happened in optometry during the week of February 11-February 16.
Poll results: How comfortable are you with including biosimilars in your treatment plans?
See the results from our recent poll!
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.
Case report: Combination treatment proves effective for choroidal metastasis from breast cancer patient
According to the authors, a patient with bilateral choroid metastases from breast cancer experienced "a dramatic response" after a combination treatment of abemaciclib and fulvestrant.
Words matter: Update how you talk to your patients
As technology advances and choices grow, you need to personalize patients’ options.
DED: Developing a 360° diagnosis and treatment plan
Modern technology enables early detection, individualized solutions.
Reuse corneal tissue to manage multiple conditions
Intact corneal tissue can be reused for preservation and reimplantation.
Agent improves near vision for irregular corneas with pinhole effect
Presbyopia-correcting drops for patients with low, up-close visual function.
Refractive technologies encompass a rapidly changing landscape
Evolution of vision correction procedures, diagnostics paves way for collaborative care.
Current glaucoma treatments bring challenges
Optometrists must identify and mitigate complications for this patient base.
A look at the latest lenses on the market and their modalities
Water gradient tech, high-tech materials, and new therapies offer more options.
New FDA approval expands access to myopia management
Johnson & Johnson Vision receives FDA-approval of lens parameter expansion for their ACUVUE Abiliti Overnight Therapeutic Lenses for Myopia Management.
Welcome to the EVO-lution
Evolving phakic IOL offers high-definition vision.
In-office procedures are new option for managing cataracts, glaucoma, and lesions
As technology improves, less-invasive treatments save patients time and money.
VEW 2022: Analyzing corneal diagnostics A-Z
John D. Gelles, OD, FAAO, FIAOMC, FCLSA, FSLS, FBCLA, shares highlights from his Vision Expo West presentation: "Corneal diagnostics: A-Z."
VEW 2022: Simple management for keratoconus
John D. Gelles, OD, FAAO, FIAOMC, FCLSA, FSLS, FBCLA, discusses his presentation titled"Keratoconus 1, 2, 3: simple management," during Vision Expo West.
The future holds a great deal in glaucoma drug therapy
Justin Schweitzer, OD, FAAO, reports that glaucoma therapy is quickly moving to more innovative and targeted ways to treat glaucoma and lower the patient treatment burden.
Comanaging tears in Descemet membrane during cataract surgery
Postoperative scenario tracks potential complications.
Study: Neurolenses significantly impact reading speed
Results from a parallel arm study suggest opportunity to expand on visual performance and productivity improvement.
Don’t forget the eyelids in refractive and cataract surgery
Evaluating patients’ eyelids before cataract and refractive surgery is crucial, as ptosis can create unwanted adverse effects and alter outcomes.