December 2018 Issue of The Ophthalmologist

One foot in the present, one foot in the past, and an eye on the future, ophthalmology is a profession caught between three worlds.

Californian researchers have successfully restored sight to blind rats in a landmark study

The latest ophthalmology news – in brief

Are traditional glaucoma tests failing to detect central vision damage?

Could a double-layered eye patch answer common drug delivery problems?

Small-particle pollution could increase glaucoma risk in older men

The powerful magnification in this fundus image montage highlights the Iluvien micro-implant like the bright yellow anther in a stargazer lily.

Accessibility and affordability of cataract surgery has improved in China – but there is still more to achieve

It’s time to change the way we think about premium lenses for glaucoma patients.

How and why technological and scientific discoveries from diverse fields drive ophthalmology forward

Researchers have always stolen shiny new techniques from colleagues in other fields – and some ophthalmologists are particularly effective thieves, John Marshall argues.

Here, Bert Massie shares his passion for entrepreneurship, and describes how innovations in ophthalmology have been driven by the evolution of sensors, microprocessors and lasers.

Can graphene and molybdenum disulphide really find another application in artificial retinas?

From semi-conductors to sight-saving therapies: introducing PRINT Technology

Squalamine may have fascinating origins – originally derived from the livers of the dogfish shark – but as a treatment for wet AMD it has so far failed to have any “bite.”

A novel MIGS device, Hydrus Microstent, helps restore the eye’s natural fluid flow

Meet the only clinically proven laser treatment to delay progression to late-stage AMD

How Precisight® IOL technology allows for lifelong adjustment

Introducing the Radiance Tx Beta Ophthalmic Applicator System: a new companion for glaucoma filtration surgery

From outer space to the inner eye, iDESIGN Refractive Studio is revolutionizing laser vision correction

Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery looks set to transform IOP management – but which interventions are currently available, and when, how and on whom should they be used? Sneha Konda and Bala Ambati discuss.

Eye drops rely on “Grandma technology,” says Sean Ianchulev, and patients deserve better. His solution? Use inkjet instrumentation to print drugs onto the cornea: smaller doses, smarter delivery, safer therapy.

Modern ophthalmology relies on novel ideas being explored and developed. In the race towards commercialization, let’s not forget to protect the intellectual property of the innovator.

Over the last 50 years eye surgery and surgical training have altered out of all recognition. But dedicated trainers and graded hands-on training remain the two foundations.

Sitting Down With… John Berdahl, Partner at Vance Thompson Vision, Founder and CEO of Equinox, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA.

Pearls from the leaders in slit lamp imaging

In this exclusive video, Tobias Neuhann, Medical Head at Augenklinik am Marienplatz, explains why Schwind lasers are his first choice.