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Read more about the article The rise of robotic cataract surgery: where the field stands and where it’s headed
Dr. Devgan performed the first-in-human robotic cataract surgery in 2025 using the Horizon Surgical Systems Polaris platform. Source: Uday Devgan, MD, FACS
Cataract / EW issues / EyeWorld articles / Summer 2026

The rise of robotic cataract surgery: where the field stands and where it’s headed

Imagine this: A patient is undergoing cataract surgery, but the surgeon is a few meters away or someday even thousands of miles away, operating via a robotic system intended to increase precision, safety, and access to care. Physicians discussed the need for, economics of, and future of robotic cataract surgery.

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June 30, 2026
Read more about the article Choosing an ophthalmology career path
EyeWorld articles / Refractive / Summer 2026

Choosing an ophthalmology career path

Choosing the right type of practice to join is an important decision for ophthalmologists beginning their career, and it requires physicians to weigh a variety of factors. Two surgeons discussed their career paths, important factors in their journey, and other considerations in the decision-making process.

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June 30, 2026
Read more about the article The expansion of digital technology in ophthalmology
Cornea / EyeWorld articles / Summer 2026

The expansion of digital technology in ophthalmology

Before giving readers a preview of the articles in the Cornea section, Julie Schallhorn, MD, shared a recent experience with AI that got her thinking about the field of ophthalmology. “Tools that once demanded specialized training are now within reach of any curious user,” she said.

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June 30, 2026
Read more about the article Thoughts as the new Chief Medical Editor
ASCRS News / EW issues / EyeWorld articles / Summer 2026

Thoughts as the new Chief Medical Editor

Mitchell Weikert, MD, follows Sumit “Sam” Garg, MD, as the new Chief Medical Editor of EyeWorld. Dr. Weikert shared his extensive history with ASCRS, thanked Dr. Garg for his leadership, and highlighted the topics covered in this first issue of EyeWorld with him at the helm.

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June 23, 2026
Read more about the article Digital revolution hits visualization for cataract surgery
Cataract / EW issues / EyeWorld articles / Summer 2026

Digital revolution hits visualization for cataract surgery

Digital visualization technologies are pushing cataract surgery toward increased precision, enhanced safety, and personalized care. Three surgeons shared their experience with digital operating technologies that have hit the market in the last decade—both wearable headsets and heads-up display systems.

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June 23, 2026
Read more about the article Visual simulators in ophthalmology: available options and functionalities
EyeWorld articles / Refractive / Summer 2026

Visual simulators in ophthalmology: available options and functionalities

Recently, visual simulator tools are becoming available within ophthalmology to help demonstrate the vision of certain lenses and aid patients in understanding the options available. EyeWorld spoke to several doctors about the utility of this technology, as well as about specific products.

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June 23, 2026
Read more about the article Advancing options in corneal imaging
Cornea / EyeWorld articles / Summer 2026

Advancing options in corneal imaging

There are many available technologies in the ophthalmologist’s toolkit for the corneal practice. EyeWorld spoke to three ophthalmologists to get their thoughts on advanced imaging options in cornea, including some of the newer technologies.

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June 23, 2026
Read more about the article Advanced diagnostics, big data, and digital tools giving glaucoma care momentum
EyeWorld articles / Glaucoma / Summer 2026

Advanced diagnostics, big data, and digital tools giving glaucoma care momentum

When it comes to development and utilization of big data and AI for diagnostic and patient care decisions, there is a lot of work being done in this area to advance glaucoma care to being more proactive rather than reactive. Read what two ophthalmologists had to say on this topic.

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June 23, 2026