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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.
While digital tools have current and future applications in the clinic and the OR for ophthalmology, many practices are finding efficiencies with new technologies on the management side. Members of the ASCRS Digital Clinical Committee weighed in on new tools that may help with the practice management of ophthalmology.
Kevin M. Miller, MD, officially took on the role of ASCRS President at the 2026 ASCRS Annual Meeting. He spoke to EyeWorld about his involvement in the Society and what he’s looking forward to during his tenure.
New Cataract Editor Kendall Donaldson, MD, previewed the articles in the Cataract section, which covered topics including digital visualization, robotic cataract surgery, and AI. “Let’s embrace this digital wave and continue to elevate the standards of care we provide to our patients,” she said.
In an article published in JCRS Online Case Reports,1 Andreas F. Borkenstein, MD, and colleagues discussed the “No ring approach technique for Nd:YAG capsulotomy in pinhole intraocular lenses: mask-sparing strategy to prevent occluder ring damage.” Dr. Borkenstein shared highlights from the report, why the technique is important, and when it applies.
A symposium at the 2026 ASCRS Annual Meeting—“Robotic Surgery: How Soon and How Good Will It Be?”—gave an overview of robotic cataract surgery and its future with perspectives from physicians who were directly involved with these rapidly advancing technologies.
Stephanie Chen, MD, dove into the cost and waste reduction achieved from transitioning to a reusable phaco platform and reusable diamond knives, from her recent study published in JCRS. Dr. Chen also discussed the multisociety position paper published in JCRS advocating for access to multiuse phaco cassettes.
Oral sedation for cataract surgery has been used in some capacity for at least the last 20 years in the U.S., and discussion has begun on whether oral sedation options could become the primary care model within ASCs and hospital settings. Three cataract surgeons weighed in on the topic.
Two physicians shared their thoughts on the various ways to manage astigmatism, what levels to treat, and how they decide the best option for each patient.
Epithelial basement membrane dystrophy (EBMD) is a common corneal issue. Two experts discussed how this might present in patients and the number of treatment options available to address the condition, with surgeons often needing to use several different strategies.
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