Browse articles on EyeWorld.org. EyeWorld is the award-winning member publication of ASCRS. The magazine provides news and updates from the Society as well as clinical features in the areas of cataract, refractive, cornea, glaucoma, and practice management. It publishes quarterly with editorial direction from its medical editorial board and staff.
“As we turn our sights toward Washington, D.C., for the 2026 ASCRS Annual Meeting, this quarter’s Glaucoma section highlights a significant maturing of the ‘interventional’ philosophy that has come to define our subspecialty,” said Glaucoma Editor Manjool Shah, MD. Read more in his introduction to the section.
With expanding lens options in cataract surgery and an increase in combined glaucoma and cataract procedures, two ophthalmologists went into detail on when the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL, RxSight) can be a good option for glaucoma patients and considerations when choosing it.
Francis Mah, MD, has volunteered in various ASCRS positions in the last two decades, culminating this past year with the highest honor—serving as ASCRS President. In a Q&A with EyeWorld, he reflected on his time as ASCRS President and his experience with the Society overall.
The ASCRS Annual Meeting has many exciting and exclusive opportunities for physicians in their first 5 years of practice. Young eye surgeons should plan to attend the many sessions, events, and networking opportunities that can be found onsite. ASCRS YES members can also enjoy exclusive discounted rates.
The ASOA Annual Meeting is gearing up for something special in Washington, D.C.—its 40th anniversary. The 2026 ASOA Annual Meeting will feature several events to celebrate the Society’s 40th, in addition to the networking and practice management sessions for which the meeting is known.
Detecting irregular astigmatism early has taken on greater importance, particularly in the context of cataract surgery planning and patient satisfaction. Understanding how these findings are detected and why they matter clinically is becoming an essential part of preoperative evaluation, according to sources who weighed in on the topic.
Biologics may dominate in the retina subspecialty, but cornea is beginning to see interest with these products as well, especially for immune-mediated or severe ocular surface diseases and even corneal dystrophies. Three physicians spoke to EyeWorld about the topic.
Two surgeons discussed benefits to expanding access to the suprachoroidal space, which patients might benefit the most, and other important considerations.
ASCRS Government Relation Committee Chair Susanne Hewitt, MD, encouraged readers to contribute to eyePAC, the first ophthalmology-focused political action committee, and highlighted the government relations sessions as the ASCRS Annual Meeting.
This article details how attendees of the ASCRS Annual Meeting can get involved with the ASCRS Foundation, with award presentations, sessions, and networking opportunities.
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