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The risk of sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy with GLP-1 RA use
Andy J. Barkmeier, MD, an associate professor of ophthalmology and vitreoretinal surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, presented findings on GLP-1 medications and their relationship to diabetic retinopathy complications at the 2025 ASRS meeting in Long Beach, California. He…
VivaVision Biotech appoints Quan Dong Nguyen to its scientific advisory board
(Image credit: AdobeStock) VivaVision Biotech Co., Ltd., appointed Quan Dong Nguyen, MD, MSc, FAAO, FARVO, FASRS, to its scientific advisory board. Nguyen is a professor of ophthalmology at the Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine. He is also…
Iantrek sees $42M fundraising for alternative glaucoma surgery launch – fiercebiotech.com
Iantrek sees $42M fundraising for alternative glaucoma surgery launch fiercebiotech.com Source: Author: | Date: 2025-08-20 07:00:00 Source: Author: | Date: 2025-08-20 07:00:00
Oluwatosin U. Smith, MD, previews a program of collaborative care and practical learning
Educational committee member Oluwatosin U. Smith, MD, highlights the 2025 Ophthalmology Times EyeCon® and Optometry Times EyeCon® conference, a multispecialty meeting for ophthalmologists and optometrists, highlighting program updates, collaborative learning opportunities, and evolving approaches in patient care. To learn more…
Nick Mamalis, MD, Gives Advice on Teaching Cataract Surgery – School of Medicine | University of Utah
Nick Mamalis, MD, Gives Advice on Teaching Cataract Surgery School of Medicine | University of Utah Source: Author: | Date: 2025-05-21 07:00:00 Source: Author: | Date: 2025-05-21 07:00:00
Office-based surgery ‘the way of the future’ in ophthalmology – Healio
Office-based surgery ‘the way of the future’ in ophthalmology Healio Source: Author: | Date: 2025-01-22 08:00:00 Source: Author: | Date: 2025-01-22 08:00:00
VSY Biotechnology Appoints Dr. Christian Bach MD
VSY Biotechnology GmbH, a global leader in ophthalmic innovation and research, has announced the appointment of Dr. Christian Bach as the new Managing Director, effective November 1, 2024. Extensive Experience in Medical Devices Dr. Bach brings over 25 years of…
First Inverted Meniscus Optics IOLs by Voptica
*This exclusive article is sponsored by Voptica. The opinions expressed in this article are the sponsor’s own. Intraocular lenses (IOLs) designs are constantly evolving to improve patients’ vision needs. Trifocal diffractive IOLs are designed to achieve good visual acuity at…
Yamane Technique – Intrascleral IOL Fixation
In cataract surgery, the optimal outcome involves implanting an intraocular lens (IOL) within the capsular bag. However, complications such as posterior capsule rupture, congenital lens anomalies, or traumatic injuries can leave patients without adequate capsular support, resulting in aphakia—a condition…
Researchers Find 101 Genetic Links to Cataracts
In the largest genetic study on cataracts to date, researchers from QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute have identified 101 genetic regions associated with an increased risk of developing cataracts. This groundbreaking study analyzed DNA from over 950,000 individuals, providing significant…