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The Debate Over VEGF Inhibition for Retinal Disease: An Expert Interview With Dr. David Boyer
In this interview from AAO 2007, Dr. David Boyer discusses some of the controversy involved in the use of anti-VEGF therapy for AMD and other retinal diseases.
Medscape Ophthalmology, November 2007
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Complications of Intravitreal Steroid Therapy
Does the presence of uveitis has an impact on the risk of complications from intravitreal steroid therapy in patients with macular edema?
Medscape Ophthalmology, November 2007
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Measuring Adherence to Glaucoma Therapy
One of the biggest challenges to successful glaucoma therapy is compliance.
Medscape Ophthalmology, November 2007
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The Genetics of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Do specific genes or gene variants lead to AMD? Do others offer protection from developing it? Drs. Keith Shuler and Eric Postel examine the latest evidence on genetics and AMD.
Medscape Ophthalmology, November 2007
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Comparison of AMD Treatments
How does PDT with verteporfin compare with bevacizumab in patients with AMD?
Medscape Ophthalmology, November 2007
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Risk for CNV in the Fellow Eye
What are the risks of developing CNV in the fellow eye for patients with AMD?
Medscape Ophthalmology, November 2007
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"A Big Jump": Mario Capecchi's Journey From Italian Street Kid to Nobel Laureate
Mario Capecchi's groundbreaking research in gene targeting makes it possible to "knock out" specific genes in mice, which reveals the gene's function and its role in disease.
Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology, October 2007
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Optimizing Intraocular Corticosteroid Injections
This study examines whether the use of preservatives in corticosteroids contributes to ocular complications.
Medscape Ophthalmology, October 2007
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Visual Loss and Glaucoma
Does trabeculectomy contribute to visual field loss in patients with glaucoma?
Medscape Ophthalmology, October 2007
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Diagnosing Open-Globe Injuries
Does the use of computed tomography help in the diagnosis of open-globe injuries?
Medscape Ophthalmology, October 2007
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AMD, Cataracts, and Mortality
A new study linked the presence of AMD and cataracts with a higher mortality rate.
Medscape Ophthalmology, October 2007
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Increase in the Rate of Acanthamoeba Keratitis
Is an amoebic corneal infection related to contact lens wear?
Medscape Ophthalmology, October 2007
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Inflammatory Eye Disease: An Expert Interview With Sergio Schwartzman, MD
In this expert interview, Sergio Schwartzman, MD, discusses issues surrounding the management of uveitis associated with rheumatic disease.
Medscape Rheumatology, September 2007
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Getting Control of Health Costs -- For Real
Governor Michael Dukakis tells us how to control healthcare costs.
Medscape General Medicine, September 2007
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Dosing Medical Marijuana: Rational Guidelines on Trial in Washington State
Any government agency should adopt presumptive dosing and supply limits on the basis of best scientific evidence currently available in the field of cannabinoid medicine.
Medscape General Medicine, September 2007
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Critical Values -- More Than 3 Decades of Experience: An Expert Interview With George D. Lundberg, MD
Dr. George D. Lundberg looks at the impact of critical values on the practice of medicine, with a perspective on the future.
Medscape Pathology, September 2007
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The Training of the "Helpless" Physician
Each year, medical schools turn out well-trained doctors, highly skilled and competent in every phase of practice -- except surviving economically.
Medscape General Medicine, September 2007
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CME/CE
Quality Improvement in Healthcare
In the US, healthcare lags behind other industries with respect to attention to ensuring safety. Costs of medical errors resulting in injury are estimated to be between $17 and $29 billion.
Medscape Public Health & Prevention, August 2007
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Reactivation of Graves' Orbitopathy
This case series looks at the possibility that Graves' orbitopathy may be reactivated following surgery.
Medscape Ophthalmology, August 2007
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Are Supplements Cost-Effective for AMD?
A computer model assessed the cost-effectiveness of supplements for AMD.
Medscape Ophthalmology, August 2007
