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THE EVOLUTION OF WET LAB INSTRUCTION BY THE ASCRS
07/06/2009
Eye M.D.s Score High as Innovators
07/06/2009

In terms of coming up with important new ideas to advance the practice of ophthalmology, today's eye M.D.s are following in the footsteps of such legendary pioneering physicians as Sir Harold Ridley and Charles Kelman.

Post-LASIK Dry Eye
09/16/2008

Patient selection for refractive IOLs is probably the single most important determinant of success for you and your practice as well as for patients' satisfaction. The entire staff of a practice needs to understand the significance of patients' having a choice of technology. Of paramount consequence is how patients learn about the different available refractive IOLs. In addition, staff members must ensure that they receive the proper education and informed consent.

LASIK Bioptics
09/16/2008

The evolution of cataract surgery techniques and advancements in IOLs have blurred the line between refractive and cataract surgery. Improved technologies as well as patients' higher expectations have heightened the importance of treating postoperative residual refractive error, which can be the cause of increased night vision complaints. Patients receiving presbyopia-correcting IOLs can be very sensitive to small amounts of astigmatism (> 0.75D).

The Cataract Incision
09/16/2008

Although discussed less frequently at meetings than phaco techniques and technology, the cataract incision is integral to a successful procedure. Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today asked several surgeons for their tips.

Presbyopia-Correcting IOLs: Which patients are choosing them?
09/16/2008

David Pernelli, M.D., practices in blue collar Vineland, New Jersey, which is located in Cumberland County, the poorest county in the state. Yet 20%-30% of his cataract surgery patients are choosing to share the significant cost of having presbyopia-correcting lenses implanted. That compares to the results of a national survey taken by the industry newsletter MarketScope, in which the consensus of surgeons was that about 16% of their cataract patients would opt to pay $2,000 an eye for these premium IOLs in 2006.

Maintaining Diamond Blades
09/16/2008

Cataract surgeons who favor a diamond keratome value its strong, keen, reusable blade. Because these knives are expensive, it is essential to ensure their appropriate care. Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today asked several manufacturers of diamond keratomes to share their advice on the maintenance of these instruments.

Reusable or Disposable Instruments?
09/16/2008

This article will examine recent trends affecting the use of disposable, reusable and semi-disposable instruments in ophthalmic surgery.

Surgical Blade Safety
09/16/2008

This article will discuss some of today's blade safety issues with surgeons, and they will offer insights into their strategies for dealing with these issues.

IOLs: The State of the Industry
09/16/2008

The enormous growth of the IOL market in recent years has revolutionized the anterior segment side of ophthalmology. Continuous innovation has created a boom market for ophthalmologists with new presbyopia-correcting IOLs as well as with emerging products such as toric and aspheric IOLs.

With much buzz and excitement surrounding IOLs today, Ophthalmology Management asked industry leaders to share some of their insights about the major IOL trends today and where the market is headed.