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Trifocal IOL for Presbyopia Correction
Presbyopia continues to be one of the most significant visual limitations following cataract surgery, even with the use of advanced monofocal or extended-depth intraocular lenses (IOLs). Despite technological progress, achieving consistent vision across near, intermediate and far distance foci remains…
Opus Genetics doses first patient in phase 1/2 clinical trial, BIRD-1, evaluating OPGx-BEST1 | Ophthalmology Times
(Image Credit: AdobeStock/Treecha) Opus Genetics has dosed the first patient in its OPGx-BEST1 phase 1/2 clinical trial, BIRD-1, for Best disease (BEST1). Best disease, also known as vitelliform macular dystrophy, is a rare, inherited retinal condition causing macular degeneration by…
Eradicating Demodex Blepharitis and Improving MGD with Lotilaner | Ophthalmology Times
The program begins with a discussion on the everyday challenges eye care professionals face in recognizing subtle signs of eyelid disease. The speaker explains how a structured clinical workflow—combining careful slit-lamp examination, patient history, and microscopic confirmation—can help practitioners avoid…
Enova Advanced EDoF IOL with Light Tailoring Tech
The Enova Advanced® Extended Depth of Focus (EDoF) IOL, developed by VSY Biotechnology GmbH, represents a significant evolution in intraocular lens technology. Built on advanced optical innovation and material science, this lens is designed to offer natural vision, seamless focus, and…
AAO 2025: Innovations in surgical visualization and imaging | Ophthalmology Times
Katherine Talcott, MD, a retina specialist at the Cleveland Clinic’s Cole Eye Institute, explores the evolving landscape of retinal surgery, focusing on emerging imaging technologies. She begins by distinguishing 2 main categories of technological advancements: intraoperative optical coherence tomography (OCT)…
When policy meets parenthood: Examining residency leave in ophthalmology | Ophthalmology Times
Variations in parental leave policies in ophthalmology residencies can affect residents and patient care, underscoring the need for standardized support. (Image credit: AdobeStock/Flamingo Images) Balancing the demands of medical training with parenthood remains a challenge for many residents, particularly in…
Sight Sciences reports new data supporting long-term efficacy of OMNI Surgical System | Ophthalmology Times
(Image Credit: AdobeStock/andranik123) Sight Sciences has released results from 3 published manuscripts analyzing prospective study data and retrospective registry data that the company claims “further demonstrate the value of an interventional mindset in treating glaucoma.” One of the studies was…
Understanding Tear Composition and Function in Dry Eye Disease | Ophthalmology Times
The Viewpoints series “Reimagining Dry Eye Management: Targeting Tear Function for Sustained Relief” convenes leading experts in ophthalmology and optometry to discuss evolving perspectives on dry eye disease (DED). Under the moderation of Kendall Donaldson, MD, MS, the panel—comprising Cecelia…
Identification and Diagnosis of Dry Eye Disease | Ophthalmology Times
The Viewpoints series “Reimagining Dry Eye Management: Targeting Tear Function for Sustained Relief” convenes leading experts in ophthalmology and optometry to discuss evolving perspectives on dry eye disease (DED). Under the moderation of Kendall Donaldson, MD, MS, the panel—comprising Cecelia…
Q&A: James Chelnis discusses AAO 2025 presentation on aesthetic facial surgery | Ophthalmology Times
Image credit: AdobeStock/Viacheslav Yakobchuk James Chelnis, MD, FACS, is an ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Manhattan Face & Eye. At the 2025 American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting held in Orlando, Florida, he gave a presentation titled, “Introduction to Aesthetic…