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The article discusses the results of the study on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in cataract surgery, presented by Dr. Kevin Eid and colleagues and at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery annual meeting in Boston, Massachusetts. Topics include previous studies on the effectiveness of chatbots, examples of questions and responses about cataract surgery using ChatGPT and Bard, and conclusion made by the researchers on ChatGPT and Bard.

This article, written by Benjamin P. Casella, the Chief Optometric Editor of Optometry Times, discusses the need for continuous improvement in the field of optometry. Casella reflects on his own experiences and emphasizes the importance of striving for betterment in various aspects of life, including optometry. He acknowledges the efforts of leaders in the industry and highlights the need for advocacy to expand the scope of optometry and improve access to care. Casella also shares his observations from a visit to another country where optometry is regulated differently, prompting him to reflect on the legislative process in the United States. Overall, the article encourages optometrists to recognize the room for improvement and to ensure that aspiring professionals remain aware of this as well. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of advocacy in the field of optometry, as highlighted at Optometry's Meeting hosted by the American Optometric Association (AOA) in 2024. Optometrists from across the country gathered to learn, debate, and explore advancements in the field. The meeting emphasized the need for advocacy and allyship in eye care, with discussions on coverage and reimbursement fairness. The article also mentions the focus on pediatric eye care, including the introduction of the Early Detection of Vision Impairments in Children Act and the Myopia Collective's efforts to shift the focus of myopia treatment. Additionally, the article highlights the AOA's ongoing efforts to protect optometrists' rights, including partnerships and support from various organizations. [Extracted from the article]

An interview with several surgeons from iLink Centers of Excellence, including Brandon Baartman, John Berdahl and Jack Parker, is presented. Topics covered include their reasons for getting involved with corneal cross-linking, how they view the reimbursement climate for cross-linking and the role of staff members in their success with cross-linking. Also tackled are how they have built their optometric referral network and how they see the future of cross-linking in their practice.

The article discusses the potential benefits of offering a wider selection of premium intraocular lens (IOL) to patients with eye conditions as per Doctor Sharon Richens. Also cited are the factors affecting the choice of IOLs like the patient's individual needs, some potential surgical procedures like radial keratotomy and astigmatic keratotomy, as well as some products like the light adjustable lens from RxSight.

An interview with Neda Shamie, MD, on 18th Annual Controversies in Modern Eye Care (CIME) 2024 meeting is presented. When asked on what attendees can expect to learn in the program, she cites the event's extended time, the coverage of topics like premium cataract surgery with presbyopia-correcting lenses, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. Shamie states that the event will present the pros and cons of different technologies for clinical eye care decision-making.

An interview with Neda Shamie, an ophthalmologist and program co-chair of the 18th Annual Controversies in Modern Eye Care (CIME) meeting, is presented. Shamie provides a historical background on the annual CIME meeting and talks about the opportunity to expand the knowledge base and empower the optometric network. She discusses the importance for optometrists to converse with their patients and guide them in the surgical decision-making process.

The article presents the cases of a 63-year-old man with cataract, erythema in the lid margin, and chronic inflammation, and a 48-year-old woman with dry eye disease to discuss the importance of collaboration among ocular clinicians for effective management and treatment. Among the recommended treatments are the cyclosporine drugs from Sun Ophthalmics, Allergan, and Novartis, as well as lid scrubs like hypochlorous acid.

The author offers insights on incorporating phakic intraocular lens (IOL) surgery into one's practice. Topics discussed include the new central port that increases safety in the implantable collamer lens (ICL) EVO ICL, patient selection for a phakic IOL, and sizing the ICL. Also noted is the recommendation of hiring an optometrist to conduct vision correction consultations to give the surgeon more time in guiding patients to the best procedure.

Relations between patient personality and patients' dissatisfactionafter multifocal intraocular lens implantation: clinical study basedon the five factor inventory personality evaluation. TECHNOLOGY Spectacle independence, nighttime glare symptomsoften are key factors The growing number of intraocular lens (IOL) options andtechnologies has made surgical decision-making morecomplex, sometimes leading to patient confusion andoften a need for provider guidance. [Extracted from the article]

This article, titled "To those we've lost and those we love," is an opinion piece written by Benjamin P. Casella, the Chief Optometric Editor of Optometry Times. Casella dedicates the article to his late father, who was also an optometrist, and reflects on the valuable lessons he learned from him. He describes his father as a kind and genuine person who had a strong rapport with his patients. Casella also expresses his love and admiration for his parents and shares his grief over their passing. The article ends with a toast to loved ones, both present and departed. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the Ophthalmology Times EyeCon conference to be held in Florida on December 1-2, 2023.

As eye care professionals, we can make an impact on the way patients view wellness and eye care in relation to everyday lifestyle habits. For example, if a patient complains of eye strain or eye fatigue, are you asking that patient what type of computer they use, the number of screens they work on, and their working distance?. [Extracted from the article]

Investigation of medication adherence and reasons for poor adherence in patients on long-term glaucoma treatment regimes. If a patient has a high level of persistence but low level of adherence to their treatment, they continue with the treatment but use the treatment incorrectly. These patients will discontinue therapy, reducing persistence to the intended treatment. [Extracted from the article]

Diagnose, monitor, comanage--optometrists support patients throughout all stages of the disease Q&A: What role do optometrists play in the treatment geographic atrophy? Obviously, it would be older patients, patients with a family history of AMD or GA, patients with a history of smoking, and that sort of thing. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of early detection and treatment of diabetic retinopathy (DR) and diabetic macular edema (DME) in eye care practices. Topics include recommendations for dilated eye examinations, early fundus findings of DR, and the American Optometric Association's (AOA) 2019 clinical practice guidelines.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB): This has been a common and now familiar word group that has pierced the fabric of many academic and corporate institutions. If that is an environment that is created, then all parties (staff, doctors, and patients) can expect to fully benefit from an inclusive practice. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses studies on treatment innovations for retinal diseases, conducted by Christopher D. Riemann and colleagues, presented at the 53rd Sally Letson Symposium held in Ontario. Topics explored include the use of methotrexate for the prevention of proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR), the benefits of intraoperative optical coherence tomography (OCT), and the approval of gene therapies for the management of inherited retinal conditions.

A. Paul Chous, OD, MA, FAAO: One of the things that distinguishes our meeting is that it's a joint meeting of optometry and ophthalmology. EyeCon is a unique meeting experience combining optometry and ophthalmology tracks, with presentations and educational opportunities on the hottest topics in eye care. We've got Kelly Malloy [,OD], who's a neuro-optometry, neuro-ophthalmology guru, [who is] going to have another panel on neuro-ophthalmic disease. [Extracted from the article]

So, for all you northerners out there whose children haven't started back to school yet, let's take a last-minute initiative and get these kids comprehensive eye examinations before they begin another didactic chapter of their lives. In some states, there are laws in place that mandate at least an eye exam before starting school. On the optometry front, my running joke with myself from year to year is how many kids I'll see for an eye examination after the first day of school. [Extracted from the article]

The optometrist was writing to ask whether anyone knew a reputable glaucoma specialist in the patient's area to whom a referral could be made. I must have been having a lucid interval in my day, because I read into the language used in the emails: One optometrist used the term "glaucoma specialist" whereas the other used the term "ophthalmologist." However, "ophthalmologist" was not the term used by the optometrist looking for a glaucoma specialist. [Extracted from the article]

The best parts of serving as dean "My favorite part of serving as dean is having an opportunity to help contribute to the success of our students, our staff, and our faculty", Elder said. Women head 42% of schools of optometry. Female representation in optometry is vital, said Sandra Fortenberry, OD, FAAO, dean of the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry in San Antonio, Texas. [Extracted from the article]

I 'll never forget the sage adage told to me when I bought my practice: "As a small business owner, you don't have any friends." Then, one morning before work, I was updating my LinkedIn feed when I serendipitously came across a piece of information provided by my good friend Jeff Michaels, OD, who practices at Family Vision Care of Richmond, in Virginia. A tireless advocate for us, our patients, and our profession, he had shared a link to a webinar on the ERC from the American Optometric Association (AOA). [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the Controversies in Modern Eyecare meeting on April 30, 2023 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, California.

This section offers information on the Glaucoma 360 Annual Meeting to be held in San Francisco, California from February 2 to 4, 2023.

The article discusses research which analyzed Medicare recipients from 2013 to 2020 to determine the recent trends in ophthalmic imaging and the technologies that ophthalmologists and optometrists prefer. Topics covered include the increase in the use of optical computed tomography (OCT), various OCT modalities with the highest volume of usage, and the increase in the overall volume of ophthalmic imaging services utilized for the recipients during the study period.

The article presents suggestions for optometrists for the diagnosis and treatment of blepharitis. The steps involved in addressing blepharitis include differentiating and understanding the differences between presentations, and knowing the form of blepharitis whether it is symptomatic or asymptomatic. It also presents a table explaining treatment algorithm for anterior blepharitis.