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Artificial Intelligence Matches or Outperforms Human Specialists in Retina and Glaucoma Management, Mount Sinai Study Finds
Research shows this tool can strongly support clinicians for patient care
Wake Forest University School of Medicine Launches Translational Eye and Vision Research Center
Wake Forest University School of Medicine has launched a new Translational Eye and Vision Research Center, located inside Biotech Place, in Innovation Quarter in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Leaders envision the center serving as a visionary hub that will redefine the landscape of eye and vision research.
2023 winners of ARVO Advocacy Awards announced
Rockville, Md. – The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) announced today the 2023 recipients of its annual Advocacy Awards: Achievements in Eye and Vision Advocacy Award ― Roxanne Crosby-Nwaobi, RN, PhD, (Moorfields National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centre, U.K.) and Rohan Bir Singh, MD (Schepens Eye Research Institute of Mass Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School, U.S.)
ARVO Foundation announces winner of 2024 Ludwig von Sallmann Clinician-Scientist Award
The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) Foundation announced today that Sally L. Baxter, MD, MSc, is the 2024 recipient of the Ludwig von Sallmann Clinician-Scientist Award.
How Much Vision Loss is Too Much When it Comes to Driving?
When’s the right time for an older adult to stop driving? Researchers at the University of Western Australia sought to shed light on this question by investigating at what point declining vision increases the risk of a car accident.
Growing Body of Research Suggests Low-Dose Atropine Can Help Slow Myopia Progression in Children
Compelling evidence accumulated over the last 20 years, conducted primarily in East Asia, suggests that an eye drop, low-dose atropine, can significantly slow the progression of myopia. However, a U.S.-based study published this year showed mixed results, underscoring the need for more research on myopia and atropine.
Children With Sickle Cell Disease Appear to Suffer Eye Complications at Same Rate as Adults
Largest study of children with sickle cell disease finds one in three had retinopathy.
New study: Racial Disparities in Glaucoma Care Persist, Regardless of Socioeconomic Status
Big data research shows Black and Hispanic patients 30% more likely to develop poor vision.
Could Magnetic Cell Delivery Transform the Future of Cornea Transplant Surgery?
An investigational treatment shows promise as a non-surgical option for corneal edema.
World’s Largest Eye Disease Data Registry Powers 20 New Clinical Research Projects, Revealing Insights in Patient Care
The IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) powered 20 big data studies across the field of ophthalmology this year, most of which will be presented and discussed at AAO 2023 Celebrate, the 127th annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
American Academy of Ophthalmology and FundamentalVR Collaborate on Virtual Reality Initiative to Improve Ophthalmic Training Around the World
The American Academy of Ophthalmology has teamed up with FundamentalVR, a leader in virtual reality (VR) medical training, for their Knights Templar Eye Foundation (KTEF) Pediatric Ophthalmology VR Simulation Program.
Popular Weight Loss Drug Does Not Appear to Worsen Diabetic Eye Disease in Most Patients, New Study Suggests
New study shows that most people taking semaglutide do not develop diabetic retinopathy or experience a worsening of existing diabetic retinopathy.
Device keeps brain alive, functioning separate from body
Researchers led by a team at UT Southwestern Medical Center have developed a device that can isolate blood flow to the brain, keeping the organ alive and functioning independent from the rest of the body for several hours.
ARVO celebrates 2023 Champalimaud Foundation Vision Award winner
Rockville, Md.—The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) congratulates the St. John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group (SJEHG) — 2023 winner of the António Champalimaud Vision Award.
Kids don’t know they need glasses: 7 vision tips for parents
Can your child see the blackboard at school? Ophthalmologist Marcela Maria Estrada explains why kids often don’t know they have bad eyesight and gives tips for healthy vision.
Georgia’s Medicare Advantage Beneficiaries Get Relief from Abusive Prior Authorization Policy
The American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), and the Georgia Society of Ophthalmology applaud Humana for rolling back its prior authorization requirement for cataract surgery for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries in Georgia.
Minds & eyes: Study shows dementia more common in older adults with vision issues
A new study lends further weight to the idea that vision problems and dementia are linked. In a sample of nearly 3,000 older adults who took vision tests and cognitive tests during home visits, the risk of dementia was much higher among those with eyesight problems – including those who weren’t able to see well even when they were wearing their usual eyeglasses or contact lenses.
Gene that regulates immune activity in the retina identified
UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified a gene called Lipe that appears to be pivotal to retinal health, with mutations spurring immune activation and retinal degeneration. This is important because the retina is responsible for detecting the light that is transformed into vision. The findings, published in Communications Biology, provide clues about the mechanisms behind a variety of disorders affecting the retina, including macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Mount Sinai Launches Center for Ophthalmic Artificial Intelligence and Human Health
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has launched the Center for Ophthalmic Artificial Intelligence and Human Health, the first of its kind in New York and one of the first in the United States.
Intraocular corticosteroids best for treating complications of chronic inflammatory eye condition
Repeat treatment with corticosteroid injections improved vision in people with persistent or recurrent uveitis-related macular edema better than two other therapies, according to results from a clinical trial funded by the National Eye Institute (NEI).
Patients With Specific Types of Lipids May Be at Higher Risk of Developing Blinding Eye Disease
Principal Investigator: Louis R. Pasquale, MD, FARVO, Deputy Chair for Ophthalmology Research for the Mount Sinai Health System Co-First Authors: Oana A. Zeleznik, PhD, Instructor in Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Jae H. Kang, ScD, Assistant Professor of…
Seenu Hariprasad Named Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Science at the University of Chicago
Seenu M. Hariprasad, MD, the Shui-Chin Lee Professor of Ophthalmology, will be appointed Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science at the University of Chicago. He has been serving as Interim Chair since 2020.
Patricia A. D’Amore, PhD, MBA, FARVO, named 2023 – 2024 ARVO President
Last month at its 2023 Annual Meeting in New Orleans, La., the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) welcomed Patricia A. D’Amore, PhD, MBA, FARVO, as its new president for April 2023 – May 2024. A member for more than 40 years, D’Amore is a Gold Fellow of ARVO (FARVO) ― a recognition of her individual accomplishments, leadership, and contributions to the Association.
New Museum of the Eye Exhibit Explores the Eye as a Cultural Symbol, From Ancient to Modern Times
The Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye®, the world’s only free, public museum dedicated to the science of sight, today announced the opening of Decoding the Eye: Signs and Symbols, a new exhibit exploring how the eye appears as a symbol throughout time.
Research to Prevent Blindness Announces New Sight-Saving Vision Research Grants
Research to Prevent Blindness (RPB) announces two new grants to support high-impact vision research. The new grants are the: RPB / Tom Wertheimer Career Development Award in Data Science and RPB / Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative Physician-Scientist Award.
ARVO Foundation announces winner of 2023 Ludwig von Sallmann Clinician-Scientist Award
The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) announced today that Patrick Yu-Wai-Man, MD, PhD (University of Cambridge, U.K.), is the 2023 recipient of the Ludwig von Sallmann Clinician-Scientist Award.
American Society of Retina Specialists’ Journal of Vitreoretinal Diseases Granted Indexing in PubMed Central
The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) is pleased to announce that its official peer-reviewed scientific journal, Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases (JVRD), has been granted indexing in PubMed Central (PMC).
UT Southwestern ophthalmologist shares techniques for cataract surgery complications
Patients undergoing cataract surgery typically have their natural lens replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). But complications occasionally arise that require the placement of a more surgically challenging secondary IOL. Several techniques are available for secondary IOL placement, and each has its advantages and disadvantages.
Big Data Research into Leading Cause of Childhood Blindness Gets Boost from FDA Grant
The FDA awarded the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Verana Health funding to support research into pediatric cataract surgery.
Consider risks and alternatives before deciding on LASIK surgery, UT Southwestern ophthalmologists say
Patients considering LASIK vision correction surgery should weigh the risks as well as benefits and see a doctor who can assess whether they are a good candidate for the procedure, according to an ophthalmologist at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
New Shiley EyeMobile for Children Hits the Road to Serve Underserved Communities
The new UC San Diego Shiley EyeMobile for Children is driving to schools in San Diego County to serve low-income families in need of eye exams. The EyeMobile, a program of UC San Diego Health, will visit approximately 250 preschools to provide vision care to low-income students.
Dan Briceland, MD, Begins Term as 2023 President of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
Dan Briceland, MD, this week begins his one-year term as the 127th president of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
ARVO Announces Winners of 2022 Advocacy Awards
Rockville, Md. – The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) announced today the 2022 recipients of its annual Advocacy Awards:The Achievements in Eye and Vision Advocacy Award recognizes ARVO members who have dedicated the core of their impressive careers to advancing the eye and vision research field through advocacy at every level.
UC Davis Health opens doors to new state-of-the-art eye care facility in Sacramento
UC Davis Health welcomed the first patients to the new Ernest E. Tschannen Eye Institute on Monday, Dec. 5. The state-of-the-art facility, which houses both clinicians and researchers, is dedicated to advancing world-class eye care and offering hope for sight restoration.
US ophthalmology residency programs rank last for diversity, according to new study
A diverse physician workforce — one that looks like the patient population — can help improve health equity. But a new study of residency programs in the U.S. found ophthalmology programs rank last in underrepresented minorities compared to other specialties.
Eye Exams Save Lives
Most people are surprised to learn that early signs of serious medical conditions affecting your body can be detected in the eyes.
Potential Breakthrough Treatment for a Leading Cause of Blindness
A new AMD drug has shown it can slow the progression of this devastating eye condition.
New Research Shows Half of Childhood Blindness in the US is Preventable
Researchers used data from the IRIS Registry to get a cross-sectional view of childhood blindness in the US.
Right Combination of Vitamins May Help Prevent Glaucoma
Researchers found that people who consumed high amounts of vitamins A, C, and E, either as supplements or through food, were 47 percent less likely to develop glaucoma.
New Study Shows People with Glaucoma are at Significant Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
A large, nationwide study from Taiwan shows that people with normal-tension glaucoma are at high risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease.
American Academy of Ophthalmology Receives $5 Million Gift for VR-Powered Clinical Education, Its Largest Ever
The American Academy of Ophthalmology today announced a $5 million gift from the Knights Templar Eye Foundation (KTEF) to develop a first-of-its-kind educational initiative.
Protecting Children from Eye Allergies May Be as Simple as Encouraging Physical Fitness
Researchers found that children who were more physically fit were less likely to develop allergic conjunctivitis.
House Passes Prior Authorization Relief Bill
The House voted overwhelmingly today to reform prior authorization under the Medicare Advantage program to help ensure America’s seniors get the care they need when they need it.
Research to Prevent Blindness and Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology Announce 2023 Recipient of RPB David F. Weeks Award for Outstanding Vision Research
David J. Calkins, PhD, has been selected as the 2023 RPB David F. Weeks Award for Outstanding Vision Research.
Mount Sinai Health System Leaders James C. Tsai, Arthur Gianelli, Kristin Myers, and Alan Copperman Named to Crain’s 2022 Notable Health Care Leaders List
Mount Sinai Health System today announced that Crain’s New York Business Journal has named four of its leaders to its 2022 Notable Health Care Leaders list.
Research to Prevent Blindness and the American Academy of Ophthalmology Award New Research Grants to Improve Eye Care
Award recipients to use the American Academy of Ophthalmology IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) clinical database to improve care for all patients
High-Tech Imaging Offers New Way to Detect Signs of Early Glaucoma
Mount Sinai study shows flavoprotein fluorescence could serve as new biomarker
Henry Ford Health Receives $2M Philanthropic Gift from A.A. Van Elslander Foundation
Henry Ford Health has received a $2 million gift from the A.A. Van Elslander Foundation to establish the Philip C. Hessburg, M.D. – Art Van Elslander Chair in Ophthalmic Research, which will constitute a permanent endowment fund to support the educational research initiatives at Henry Ford Health by the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology (DIO).
What Ophthalmologists Want You to Know About Kids and Concussion
Concussion is a common injury in childhood, affecting about 1.4 million children and adolescents annually in the United States. The good news is that most of these visual symptoms resolve on their own by four weeks.