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This month's issue of Archives of Ophthalmology has encouraging news for cataract surgeons counseling patients with AMD. A well-designed prospective study shows that cataract surgery does not appear to cause progression from dry to wet AMD. Read Dr. Arbisser's review
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Members of the Academy's Ophthalmic Technology Assessment Committee reviewed the literature and conclude that phakic IOL implantation is a safe and effective treatment for myopia and astigmatism. Ophthalmic Technology Assessments (OTAs) consider new and existing treatments and devices across the subspecialties, and are developed by the Academy without any external financial support.
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The use of SD-OCT technology has become more widespread among anterior segment surgeons as the technology has improved. In this article Steve Safran, MD, uses several case studies to show how he uses SD-OCT to make critical decisions about patient care. Read more
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O.N.E.'s Diagnose This! is a quick quiz to test your clinical knowledge on a variety of topics. This challenge asks which procedure is least likely to improve eyelid position and corneal exposure in this patient? Diagnose This
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Harry A. Quigley, MD, made a compelling case that angle-closure glaucoma results from more than simple anatomic measures. New OCT imaging technology has revealed the physiological aspects of the disease and provided new insights into possible risk factors. Read more
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Karl Golnik, O.N.E. editor-in-chief, sat down with David W. Parke II, MD, CEO and executive vice president of the Academy, to talk about the remaking of health care, and how the Academy is working to protect you and your patients. Listen here or find it on iTunes
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