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Sight Science’s TearCare System earns spot in TFOS DEWS III dry eye report
(Image Credit: AdobeStock/tadamichi) Sight Sciences announced that its TearCare System has been included in the new Dry Eye Workshop (DEWS) III report from the Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society (TFOS) published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology.1,2 This marks the…
Ophthalmic Devices Market Surges to USD 100.2 Billion by 2033, Propelled by 6.4% CAGR
\n \n The Ophthalmic Devices Market is witnessing robust expansion driven by rising demand for advanced eye care solutions, growing prevalence of vision disorders, and a rapidly aging population. Technological advancements such as AI-driven diagnostics, minimally invasive surgical systems, and…
Treating ophthalmic artery stenosis in geographic atrophy with angioplasty
(Image credit: AdobeStock/Rina) A study that evaluated the safety and feasibility of treating ophthalmic artery stenoses with angioplasty in patients with late-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD) with geographic atrophy (GA) showed reported observing efficacy and functional improvement in this patient…
The state of retina at ASRS 2025 with Charles C. Wykoff, MD, PhD, and Kevin Quinn
(Image credit: AdobeStock/vetrana) The annual scientific meeting of the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) was held in Long Beach, California from July 30 through August 2, 2025. At this event, researchers and experts in the retina field shared data…
Vicky Demas on the importance of simplifying retinal screenings and incorporating AI
Vicky Demas, PhD, CEO of identifeye HEALTH, spoke to Ophthalmology Times about the company’s recent FDA registration and the it’s innovative retinal imaging technology. The company formally registered with the FDA, enabling them to market their device in the United…
New World Medical launches non-valved glaucoma drainage device, Ahmed ClearPath ST
(Image Credit: AdobeStock) New World Medical has launched Ahmed ClearPath ST, a non-valved glaucoma drainage device. The company stated in a press release that the Ahmed ClearPathST builds on the success of the Ahmed ClearPath by introducing key differences designed to…
Neurotech Pharmaceuticals appoints Peter J. McDonnell, MD, to Board of Directors
Photo of Peter J. McDonnell, MD, provided by Neurotech and used with permission Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has appointed had Peter J. McDonnell, MD, to the Board of Directors. McDonnell, along with being a long-time member of the Ophthalmology Times Editorial…
EMA grants Orphan designations to MCO-010, FDA grants RMAT in Stargardt disease
(Image credit: AdobeStock/Pete) The European Medicines Agency (EMA) granted Orphan designations to MCO-010 (sonpiretigene isteparvovec) across 5 categories of retinal dystrophies. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also granted RMAT designation for MCO-010 in Stargardt disease (SD). The EMA…
The future of ophthalmology training is here—and it’s digital
(Image Credit: AdobeStock/Pixel-Shot) In recent years, advancements in technology have revolutionized ophthalmology education, transforming the traditional learning environment into a highly dynamic digital experience. Surgical simulators, such as Eyesi (Haag-Streit) and Eye Surgery Simulator (HelpMeSee), offer valuable hands-on practice that…
Barti Software raises $12M Series A for AI-powered electronic health records for eye care
(Image Credit: AdobeStock/Aliaksandr Marko) Barti Software announced a $12 million Series A investment led by Five Elms Capital to scale its go-to-market efforts, grow its team across key functions, and accelerate development of new AI capabilities and workflow automation as Barti expands…