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.
The University of Washington ophthalmology residents reviewed “Long term efficacy and safety of iris-claw phakic intraocular lens in the management of post keratoplasty astigmatism” from the December issue of the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.
When considering cataract surgery, one of the most basic steps is choosing the incision to be used. EyeWorld spoke to several experts about the impact of these incisions, sizing considerations, and important techniques and principles to ensure a successful surgery.
While not a common approach or its primary indication, the ICL (STAAR Surgical) can be used as a supplementary/piggyback IOL in some patients. Three physicians discussed how this off-label approach to using the ICL is opening doors to treat certain patients.
“To take something known and look at it from a new direction, to question our view of reality, to wonder, these are the strengths of children, but also of innovators,” said Julie Schallhorn, MD, introducing and commenting on the articles in the Cornea section of this issue.
Amniotic membrane products can be a valuable tool to aid in the treatment of a variety of corneal diseases and can be added to other treatments to help patients find relief. Two ophthalmologists discussed the different types of products available and best applications.
In his introduction to the Glaucoma section, Manjool Shah, MD, reflected on two evolutions explored in this issue: the expansion of surgical techniques and the critical recognition of the complete, human dimension of patient care.
It was a successful year for the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (JCRS), the official journal of ASCRS and ESCRS, and JCRS Online Case Reports (JCRO), an online-only companion journal to JCRS. To celebrate this success, EyeWorld is featuring some of the most-viewed papers.
Susanne Hewitt, MD, ASCRS Government Relations Committee Chair, summarized the key issues that the Government Relations staff and Committee have been working on in 2025 and the challenges that will continue to impact ophthalmology in 2026.
“As we close the door on 2025 and turn toward 2026, the theme of this EyeWorld issue—'Opening doors—redefining what’s possible’—seems like a great philosophy to embrace as we approach the new year,” said Mitchell Weikert, MD, before introducing the articles in the Cataract section.
The performance of a pars plana anterior vitrectomy can be an essential skill in select circumstances. Two physicians discussed when this approach may best be utilized, benefits of it, and other nuances.
