Ophthalmology

New Anti-VEGF Agent Brolucizumab Shows Promise for AMD

Medscape Ophthalmology October 12, 2017

According to new research, brolucizumab, a new anti-VEGF for neovascular AMD, is noninferior to aflibercept and may offer longer dosing intervals.
Ophthalmologists Spend Substantial Time on EHR Use

Medscape Medical News October 17, 2017
Which Type of Keratoplasty Is Best for Corneal Endothelial Dysfunction?

Reuters Health Information October 16, 2017

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FDA Committee Backs Netarsudil, a Once-Daily Glaucoma Drug

Medscape Medical News October 16, 2017
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Cell-Based Therapy for Dry AMD Promising in Early Trial

Medscape Medical News October 14, 2017
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Blue Light-Blocking Glasses May Help With Sleep, Cognition

Medscape Medical News October 14, 2017
Less Macular Pigment Linked to Disability Glare in Glaucoma

Reuters Health Information October 13, 2017
FDA Advisory Panel Endorses Semaglutide for Type 2 Diabetes

Medscape Medical News October 18, 2017
U.S. Judge in Texas Invalidates Allergan Patents on Restasis

Reuters Health Information October 17, 2017
Ophthalmologists Spend Substantial Time on EHR Use

Medscape Medical News October 17, 2017
Which Type of Keratoplasty Is Best for Corneal Endothelial Dysfunction?

Reuters Health Information October 16, 2017

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New Anti-VEGF Agent Brolucizumab Shows Promise for AMD

Viewpoint October 12, 2017

According to new research, brolucizumab, a new anti-VEGF for neovascular AMD, is noninferior to aflibercept and may offer longer dosing intervals.
Minimizing Astigmatism in Cataract Surgery

Medscape Ophthalmology October 19, 2017
Patient Prejudice: When Credentials Aren't Enough

Medscape Features Slideshows October 18, 2017
How Much Is Your Practice Worth?

Medscape Business of Medicine October 17, 2017

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A 55-Year-Old Woman With Bumps on Her Face

Medscape October 11, 2017

A 55-year-old African American woman presents with a 6-month history of 'bumps' on her cheeks. She notes that the spots appeared without any specific precipitating factors. What's the diagnosis?
A Child With Pigmentation of the Eye

Medscape Ophthalmology October 10, 2017
An Adult With Unilateral Mydriasis

Medscape Ophthalmology October 4, 2017
Fast Five Quiz: Dry Eye Disease

Medscape September 29, 2017

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Genotype-Phenotype Correlations in Gorlin Syndrome

Journal of Medical Genetics October 10, 2017
Cataract Surgery in Uveitis: A Multicentre Database Study

The British Journal of Ophthalmology October 5, 2017
Key Micronutrients and Food Groups in Late-Stage AMD

The British Journal of Ophthalmology September 21, 2017
Risk Behaviors for Contact Lens-Related Eye Infections

Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report September 4, 2017
Genetic Causes of Optic Nerve Hypoplasia

Journal of Medical Genetics August 31, 2017
Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis Outbreak Associated With HAdV

Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report August 24, 2017

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Conferences View All

European Society of Retina Specialists 17th EURETINA Congress

September 7-10, 2017 Barcelona, Spain
American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) 2017 Annual Meeting

August 11-15, 2017 Boston, Massachusetts
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) 2017 Annual Congress

May 5-9, 2017 Los Angeles, California

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Potentially Preventable Medicare Spending High in Frail Elderly

Medscape Medical News October 19, 2017

Although frail elderly adults make up a small proportion of high-cost Medicare beneficiaries, they account for the greatest proportion of potentially preventable costs, a new study shows.
Fewer ACA Ads, Puzzled Public Threaten Sign-ups, KFF Says

Medscape Medical News October 19, 2017
'Robust Dialogue' Needed About Equity of Women in Healthcare

Medscape Medical News October 18, 2017
Should Doctors Embrace or Reject Alternative Treatments?

Medscape Business of Medicine October 18, 2017

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