Optometry News

Refractive error, age, sex and race/ethnicity can be predictive factors in determining the probability of myopia onset in prepubescent children, according to a study published in Optometry and Vision Science.

Patients with myopia and myopic astigmatism who underwent LASIK with the Bausch + Lomb Technolas Teneo 317 model 2 excimer laser experienced positive visual and refractive outcomes and a high level of satisfaction, according to a study.

In this Healio Video Perspective from the World Ophthalmology Congress, John D. Sheppard, MD, MMSc, FACS, of Virginia Eye Consultants discusses clinical trial data for Miebo for the treatment of dry eye disease.

In this Healio video, Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO, explains that while many cosmetics are not tested for safety around the eyes, new research shows that three Lumify Eye Illuminations products are both safe and effective for use.

As medical technology quickly evolves, practices in nearly all areas of medicine must frequently evaluate equipment upgrades and new purchases of new technology to stay at the forefront of patient care.

Healio’s recent FDA news in ophthalmology includes the approval of Enzeevu for neovascular age-related macular degeneration and a rare pediatric disease designation for an X-linked retinoschisis candidate.

My name is Jennifer Loh, and I'm an ophthalmologist in South Florida, but I did start my own practice about 8 years ago now.

Survey data suggest that social, health-related and economic factors may drive disparities in access to pediatric eye care, according to a study published in Ophthalmology.

A study covering a large U.S. database over 22 years found a steady decrease in the rate of endophthalmitis after intraocular procedures.

LENZ Therapeutics has submitted a new drug application to the FDA for LNZ100, a preservative-free, once-daily aceclidine-based ophthalmic solution designed to treat presbyopia, the company announced in a press release.