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2023 Recap: Top 10 Acquisitions in the Ophthalmic Industry
In 2023, the ophthalmic industry witnessed a transformative landscape shaped by strategic company acquisitions, setting the stage for significant advancements and collaborations. The top 10 acquisitions of the year highlighted a dynamic shift in the competitive dynamics of the sector.…
Meridian Medical Introduces Ophthalmic Laser Line in US
Meridian Medical, headquartered in Switzerland, announced the launch of its line of ophthalmic lasers in the United States, following a series of FDA approvals. The FDA approval, received on January 25, includes the MR Q family of lasers, which offer…
New Features at ESCRS Winter Meeting in Frankfurt
The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) Winter Meeting in Frankfurt at Congress Centre Messe Frankfurt, scheduled for February 15-18, 2024, promises an array of new sessions and activities aimed at fostering collaboration, learning, and networking within the…
Eyenovia’s Mydcombi Approved by the FDA
Eyenovia Inc. announced that the FDA has approved Mydcombi, a groundbreaking ophthalmic spray that induces mydriasis for diagnostic procedures and short-term pupil dilation. This marks the first approved, fixed-dose combination of tropicamide and phenylephrine in the United States and also…
Ophthalmology’s Leap with Emerging Technologies
In a recent survey conducted on LinkedIn by the Ophthalmology Breaking News (OBN), ophthalmology professionals were asked to identify the emerging technology they believed held the most promise for improving surgical outcomes in their field. The results shed light on…
New Features Added to Oertli’s OS 4 Surgical Platform
Oertli Instrumente announced that the OS 4 surgical platform is now available with four new features for greater comfort in retinal, glaucoma and cataract surgery. Oertli’s OS 4 platform is a powerful, multifaceted system designed for retinal, glaucoma, and cataract…
Best 6 Advances in Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery has undergone remarkable advancements, leading to significant improvements in patient outcomes and revolutionizing the field of ophthalmology. From advanced surgical techniques to innovative intraocular lens (IOL) options, this article explores the top six breakthroughs in cataract surgery that…
Iris Prolapse: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Iris prolapse is a condition wherein the iris, the colored part of the eye responsible for controlling the amount of light entering the eye, protrudes out through a surgical wound or a traumatic wound in the cornea or sclera. This…
10 Facts About Ophthalmologists and Their Work
Ophthalmologists, often referred to as eye doctors, are healthcare professionals who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of eye diseases and disorders. While we may visit them for routine eye exams or specific vision concerns, the world of ophthalmology…
Edenlux’s Otus Personal EYE-Trainer | OBN
The Otus personal eye-trainer, developed by Edenlux, has launched a campaign through Indiegogo. The device uses training called Vision Therapy to relieve the stress of the eyes. Vision Therapy is an exercise that repeats the contraction and relaxation of the…