Punctal occlusion remains an important resource to help dry eye patients. Several ophthalmologists shared how they use punctal occlusion in practice, available options, and a new product in this space.
Two surgeons shared their insights on the pearls they have gained using the XEN Gel Stent (AbbVie), which originally received FDA approval in 2016.
Choosing the right candidate for a job at your practice or ASC takes time and careful consideration. For practices without a professional HR department, the hiring process can be challenging. This column provided tips on how to make it easier and more structured.
Several ASCRS and ASOA members participated in the Capitol Hill Advocacy Conference over the summer. In this article, ASCRS Government Relations Committee Chair Parag Parekh, MD, MPA, wrote about the conference and shared how other ASCRS members can make a difference, too.
Refractive Editor Karolinne Maia Rocha, MD, PhD, previewed the articles in the section and shared a case where she knocked down a patient hurdle by using the data provided by corneal tomography and wavefront analysis.
The new ASCRS Business of Refractive Cataract Surgery Summit took place September 27–28 in Irving, Texas, with the goal of helping practices grow their use of and improve their implementation of advanced-technology IOLs.
The Cullen Eye Institute residents reviewed “Prediction of the small aperture intraocular lens on visual acuity in patients with keratoconus” from the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.
With increased experience, physicians are discovering ways to use the IC-8 Apthera IOL (Bausch + Lomb) off label. Two of these physicians discussed their experience using the lens, including ways that it can apply to patients who previously had limited options, particularly those with irregular astigmatism.
Epithelial mapping has rapidly gained attention over the last decade with the advent of high-resolution diagnostic devices, specifically high-resolution OCT and ultrasound biomicroscopy, each of which offer unique advantages. Three experts weighed in on the topic.
When planning cataract surgery, it’s important to pay particular attention to patients who may have a compromised cornea or endothelial damage. Two cornea specialists spoke with EyeWorld about considerations for cataract surgery in these eyes.