What happened in optometry this week: August 12 - August 16

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Catch up on what happened in optometry during the week of August 12-August 16.

Catch up with what Optometry Times shared this week:

LENZ Therapeutics submits NDA for LNZ100 for the treatment of presbyopia

By Jordana Joy, Associate Editor

Biopharmaceutical company LENZ Therapeutics announced that it has submitted a New Drug Application (NDA) to the US FDA for LNZ100, an aceclidine-based ophthalmic solution for the treatment of presbyopia, according to a news release. The FDA will have 60 days for a filing review period to determine whether the submission is complete and acceptable to review.

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Study reveals eye pain as leading cause of outpatient and ED visits in US

By Lynda Charters

Investigators from the University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, reported that eye pain is the most frequent reason patients presented to ophthalmologists and emergency departments (EDs),1 according to first author Jeremy N. Shapiro, BA, from the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

The authors explained that estimating the number of such visits in the US may help guide research and clinical efforts to optimize outcomes.

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NIH study finds disparity in Medicaid coverage for adult vision care

By Jordana Joy, Associate Editor

A National Institutes of Health (NIH) study has found a disparity in Medicaid coverage for adult vision care. Of Medicaid enrollees, 6.5 million or 12% do not have coverage for routine adult eye exams, with 14.6 million or 27% without coverage for eyeglasses.1

The study is based on 2022-23 coverage policies as published in Health Affairs and provides a comprehensive, state-by-state analysis of adult Medicaid benefits for basic vision services in both fee-for-service and managed care, according to a news release.

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Optometrists, organizations provide insight for State of Dry Eye survey

By Jordana Joy, Associate Editor

With dry eye disease (DED) becoming increasingly more prevalent, eye care providers are finding it more important than ever to discuss its side effects and associated risk factors with patients.

A revealing survey released by Bausch + Lomb, the State of Dry Eye, in early July elicited many reactions from practice owners and dry eye experts alike. The survey included participants that have both experienced dry eye symptoms and been diagnosed with DED and those that have not. Data collected from the survey found that not only does dry eye impact quality of life for a majority of those diagnosed, but participants were also largely unaware of the severity and symptoms of dry eye.1

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Sometimes it’s the little things: Prevalence and prevention of burnout

By Jordana Joy, Associate Editor

A little goodwill can go a long way on a short-staffed day in the office. Jamie Kuzniar, OD, FAAO, FSLS, said that these are days at her practice, Elevate Eye Care and Eyewear in Rochester Hills, Michigan, when she finds it particularly important to go the extra mile and bring in surprise treats for her staff of 3. On a particularly busy day at her practice in early April, a trip to Starbucks contributed to a better outlook on the day.

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