Business
J&J Vision, Sight Sciences add to executive teams
Companies announce the appointment of industry veterans Erin Powers and Matt Link, respectively.
Research
Optometric task force releases new report on DR management
Consensus document is designed to simplify and standardize disease assessment and management to avoid preventable vision loss associated with DR.
Products
FDA clears NeoLight's Icon Go portable ophthalmic retinal imaging system
Device provides high-resolution and high-contrast imaging for screening newborn patients.
Research
National study assesses risk of uveitis after COVID vaccination
Researchers note significance of gender and vaccination type in determining an increased incidence risk.
Business
VSP Vision launches Student Loan Repayment Program
Program will provide up to $50,000 for a select number of participants and locations.
Products
NovaBay launches Avenova Allograft in the US
Prescription-based product was recently acquired and rebranded from BioStem Technologies.
Products
Positive 24-month data reported in phase 3 study of IZERVAY for GA
Updated safety and efficacy results follow 12-month data from the GATHER1 and GATHER2 trials.
Products
FDA grants Altris IMS platform 510(k) clearance
Artificial intelligence-based system is designed to store, organize, and support an in-depth analysis of OCT scans.
Events
First annual Eyes on Retina exceeds attendance expectations
One-day virtual event featured the latest in retinal research, education, and specialized treatments.
Research
OCT-A reveals retinal findings after Parkinson's disease diagnosis
Study identifies rapid decrease in retinal microvascular perfusion and other key indicators.
Research
Is thermal pulsation effective for MGD in dry eye?
Investigators assessed the use of the LipiFlow system against conventional therapies.
Events
Registration opens for Eyes On 2024
Annual two-day meeting offers 6 hours of free CE, promising a lineup of expert-led accredited sessions.
Research
Decreased corneal sensitivity may be indicative of PDR
New study suggests adding corneal sensitivity testing to list of screening tools for DR.
Research
Anti-VEGF therapy may maintain VA for nAMD in the long-term
Retrospective study looks at 10 years of nAMD patients’ PRN regimen outcomes on visual acuity.
Research
Noninvasive imaging technique may improve ocular disease diagnosis and treatment
Shear wave speeds could be used to track tissue stiffness in the eye.
Research
Is low-intensity red light effective for myopia?
Findings indicate a significant reduction in axial length elongation and increased choroidal thickness.
Pipeline
Théa Open Innovation, Link Biologics partner on DED drug
Biologic-based Link_TSG6 has been found to accelerate corneal wound healing, increase tear production, and reduce inflammation.
Products
FDA issues warning letters to 8 companies over unapproved eye products
Agency calls out Walgreens, CVS, and others for illegally manufacturing or marketing ophthalmic drugs for certain conditions.
Business
HCP Cureblindness marks 200,000 corneal transplants
With SightLife International, the nonprofits are working to eliminate preventable blindness across the globe.
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