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Throwback Series: Learning when to intervene surgically in glaucoma | Ophthalmology Times
In celebration of Ophthalmology Times’ 50th anniversary, leaders in ophthalmology revisit a memorable “throwback” case from earlier in their careers. In this special series, they reflect on how evolving knowledge, techniques, and technologies have transformed the way such cases are managed…
The mechanics of presbyopia: From muscle movement to functional vision | Ophthalmology Times
(Image Credit: AdobeStock) Presbyopia-correcting eye drops share a common mechanism: They are miotic agents designed to create a smaller pupil. The power of the pupil to extend depth of focus is impressive, as observed in patients with smaller pupils who…
Starting from scratch on neovascular age-related macular degeneration | Ophthalmology Times
(Image Credit: AdobeStock) Luis Arias, MD; and Paolo Lanzetta, MD, recently found themselves on opposite sides of the debate table regarding the value of gene therapy to treat neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) at the 16th Annual Congress on Controversies…
Rethinking punctal occlusion as an option for allergic conjunctivitis | Ophthalmology Times
(Image Credit: AdobeStock) The intracanalicular dexamethasone ophthalmic insert (Dextenza; Ocular Therapeutix) incorporates 0.4 mg of dexamethasone into the hydrogel matrix to treat postoperative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. It is also approved for the treatment of ocular itching associated…
AAO 2025: Understanding and diagnosing endophthalmitis | Ophthalmology Times
Note: Video captions are generated with the assistance of AI and may contain errors. At the 2025 annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Sunir J. Garg, MD, gave a presentation titled, “Endophthalmitis Sterile or not.” In an interview…
AAO 2025: Sahar Bedrood, MD, PhD, shares early experience with the Leos endoscopic laser | Ophthalmology Times
Sahar Bedrood, MD, PhD, discussed her early clinical experience with the Leos endoscopic laser system at the American Academy of Ophthalmology 2025 annual meeting, October 18-20, in Orlando, Florida. “I’ve had the opportunity to be an early user for the…
AAO 2025: Glaucoma laser surgery with Joel S. Schuman, MD, FACS | Ophthalmology Times
Joel S. Schuman, MD, FACS, of Wills Eye Hospital, presented an update on laser therapies for glaucoma, emphasizing recent innovations in selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) and laser cyclophotocoagulation at the American Academy of Ophthalmology 2025 annual meeting, October 18 to…
Q&A: Mario Romano discusses temperature during vitrectomy | Ophthalmology Times
Photo of Mario Romano at EURETINA 2025 Mario Romano, MD, PhD, a researcher from Humanitas University in Italy, discusses work on temperature control during vitrectomy. His research, supported by the Italian Ministry of Research, reveals significant temperature drops during eye…
Lupin signs definitive agreement to acquire VISUfarma | Ophthalmology Times
(Image Credit: AdobeStock/Rido) Lupin’s subsidiary, Nanomi, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire VISUfarma, a portfolio company of GHO Capital Partners LLP. Lupin notes that the acquisition will help the company expand its European business, as well as advance the…
STAAR and Broadwood clash over proposed Alcon merger | Ophthalmology Times
(Image Credit: AdobeStock) STAAR and Broadwood Partners have recently pleaded their case in the proposed merger between STAAR and Alcon, issuing statements both for and against the move, respectively. This follows the expiration of the “window shop” period in the…