Articles
Bringing the ASC Mindset to the Hospital
Frustrated by inefficiency at the hospital? Here's advice from a doctor and administrator who changed things for the better.
By John S. Jarstad, M.D.
Clinical New: Medical and Product Updates
Latanoprost; newly discovered AMD-related gene; the latest Visudyne data; Lumigan vs. timolol study; and more.
Ensuring the Peak Performance of Your Microkeratome
Experienced surgeons and staff members provide checklists of key points.
Focus on Personal Finance
Tax Tips You May Have Missed
HMOs & LASIK: Behind the Alliances
Where ties between managed care, vision plans and corporate providers might take the market.
By Gil Weber, M.B.A.
Laser Cataract Extraction: Has Its Time Finally Come?
Here's the latest information on the advantages and limitations of the technology at this point in its development.
By Mark Packer, MD, FACS, CPI
On the Net
Places to point your patients for the latest AMD information.
Planning Strategies
As the OIG list of sanctioned providers grows, are you sure you won't be next?
By RICHARD E. GABLE, PH.D., MBA, CEO
Practice Watch
TIPS AND NEWS YOU CAN USE
Profiles in Practice Success
On the Cutting Edge
Risk Manager
Prepare for the New Privacy Rules
Rx Perspective
Managed Care Meddling
Struggling to Find Real Success?
Follow the leads of two surgeons who forged different paths.
By Alan Aker, M.D., F.A.C.S., Boca
Viewpoint: Seizing the Chance to Change
The arrival of LASIK brought each of us to a moment of truth.
What Your LASIK Enhancement Rate Says About You
Your percentage affects profitability and patient satisfaction. These strategies can lower it.
By Daniel S. Durrie, MD
Where There's Smoke . . .
Eliminating LASIK laser plume may have a host of beneficial effects -- including improving your outcomes.
By Christopher Kent, Senior
You Can Provide Cost-Effective Glaucoma Care
Our panel of experts tells you how to streamline your glaucoma practice while also improving the quality of patient care.