SPECIAL ASCRS MEETING PREVIEW SECTION

Visitor-Friendly Boston to Host ASCRS

Modern Convention Center Awaits Attendees.

BY JERRY HELZNER, SENIOR EDITOR

After basically being under construction for 16 years thanks to the notorious “Big Dig” road-building project, Boston has recently emerged as an easily navigable visitor-friendly city that boasts one of the most modern convention centers in the country. That's good news for the thousands of ophthalmologists, practice administrators, exhibitors and spouses who are due to gather at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) from April 9th to the 14th for the annual American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Meeting.

The BCEC, located in the South Boston Waterfront's Seaport District and convenient to 20,000 hotel rooms and major transportation systems, was completed in 2004. With its 516,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space, the striking structure is longer than the Empire State Building is high. The BCEC also boasts 84 configurable meeting rooms, over 300,000 square feet of function space and a 40,000 square-foot ballroom. In addition, the new Westin Waterfront Hotel is located adjacent to the BCEC.

History, Culture and Shopping

Though ASCRS attendees will spend much of their time at the Convention Center, they can find many of Boston's historic and cultural attractions within easy reach of the meeting place, including Boston's famous “Freedom Trail” of historic colonial sites. The Waterfront area itself is quickly becoming a hub of Boston cultural activity, with the opening of the Institute of Contemporary Art, expansion of the Boston Children's Museum and ongoing music series at the Bank of America Pavilion.

For those who want to expand their activities, Newbury Street in Boston's upscale Back Bay area is home to a unique and diverse shopping experience, hosting a wide range of both branded retailers and locally owned boutiques. Also in the Back Bay are the Pru Center and Copley Place, two large shopping malls connected by a sky bridge.

Another major shopping area is the Fanueil Hall Marketplace, near the North End and close to the Waterfront, where visitors will find an appealing mix of both shopping and dining. Fanciers of antiques should gravitate to Charles Street, which is home to numerous antique shops and dealers.

COURTESY OF THE MASSACHUSETTS CONVENTION CENTER AUTHORITY

This year, ASCRS attendees will meet at the modern Boston Convention and Exhibition Center near the South Boston Waterfront.

Fabled Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, is a baseball mecca. Guided tours of the park are conducted daily.

The Back Bay is a visitor's delight that offers a great number of attractions in addition to shopping amenities. The Boston Skywalk Observatory provides sweeping views of the harbor, greater Boston and beyond. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for children under 12. Boston Duck Tours have been described by many as a “can't miss” experience. The tours are conducted using a fleet of amphibious vehicles modeled after the World War II DUKW that participated in many beach landings, The modern-day Ducks take visitors through the streets of historic Boston and then splash into the Charles River for views of the Boston and Cambridge skylines. Tickets for the Duck Tours are $31 for adults and $21 for children. For more information on tour times and trip routes, please e-mail info@BostonDuckTours.com.

Also of interest is the university city of Cambridge, which is home to both Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Cambridge is just across the Charles River, a short bus or train ride from downtown Boston.

Sports Aplenty

For baseball fans a pilgrimage to the historic home of the Boston Red Sox, Fenway Park, is a must. Though the meeting dates closely correspond with the opening of the baseball season, the Red Sox will be on the road during the period April 9 to 14. This is a bit unfortunate because in the days just prior to the ASCRS meeting, the Red Sox will be at home taking on archrival New York Yankees in a three-game season-opening series. The good news is that even when the Sox are on the road, hourly walking tours of Fenway Park are offered to the public seven days a week at a cost of $12 for adults and $10 for children. For more information, call 617-226-6666 or e-mail tours@redsox.com.

Basketball fans will be able to catch the powerful Boston Celtics taking on the Washington Wizards on Friday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. and hosting the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday, April 14 at 8pm in the last game of the regular season. Both games will be played at the TD North Arena on Causeway Street near the historic North End. Also at the TD North, hockey's Boston Bruins will play the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, April 10 at 1pm.

Another major attraction at TD North will take place on Sunday, April 11 at 4pm when ice skating stars — direct from the Winter Olympic Games — will appear at the “Stars on Ice” show.

Additional Attractions

For those who can find the time to take in other entertainment events, the famous Big Apple Circus will have two performances each day at Boston City Hall Plaza on April 9, 10 and 11. Tickets for the almost two-hour show range from $15 to $65 and can be purchased in advance by going to www.bigapplecircus.org.

The Boston Ballet will perform the light-hearted comedy Coppelia at the Opera House on April 8, 9, 10 and 11, with two performances on April 10. For all performance times and ticket prices go to www.bostonballet.org.

Author and satirist David Sedaris will appear at Symphony Hall at 7 p.m. on April 11. For more information, go to www.celebrityseries.org

Back at the Meeting Site

In addition to the main ASCRS meeting, the American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators (ASOA) will hold its Congress on Ophthalmic Practice Management from April 9 through 13 and a Technicians and Nurses Program will take place from April 10-12. ASCRS Glaucoma Day will be held April 9 and World Cornea Congress VI will take place from April 7 to 9.

The prestigious annual Binkhorst Lecture will be given during the ASCRS Opening General Session, Saturday, April 10, in the BCEC Grand Ballroom. The Binkhorst Lecture, titled “Looking Back, Looking Ahead,” will be given by noted cataract surgeon I. Howard Fine, MD, of Eugene, Oregon.

Dr. Fine will review the origins of cataract surgery and how it became the miracle of 20th Century medicine. He doesn't stop with the here and now. Will femtosecond lasers supplant phaco? Will lenticular refractive surgery supplant laser-based corneal vision correction? And, how can ophthalmology conquer world-blindness to become the miracle of 21st Century medicine?

The 2010 Innovators Session on Monday, April 12, at 10 a.m., will feature Henry F. Edelhauser, PhD, presenting the Charles D. Kelman Innovator's Lecture, “Evolution of Surgical Pharmacology: Reviewing the Past and Looking to the Future.”

Boston's Restaurant Scene Embraces Old & New

Baked beans, chowder, barbecue, haute French cuisine - the city's restaurants offer something for everyone.

BY RENÉ LUTHE, SENIOR ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Once again, Ophthalmology Management has found the local epicures with the skinny on their city's restaurant scene. For your convenience, we've organized their selections by neighborhood — now let's dig in!

The Waterfront

Here are the eateries closest to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center:

The Flour Bakery ∫ 12 Farnsworth St.
(617) 338-4333 ∫ www.flourbakery.com
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (weeknights)
“A fun place that's more of a café and bakery,” says Bradford J. Shingleton, MD, of Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston, who is also assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at Harvard and clinical instructor at Tufts University. He says that the Flour is close to the convention center. If the homemade scones, banana bread and cinnamon cream brioche somehow fail to appeal to you, there's the diverse sandwich offerings, including curried tuna and roasted lamb with tomato chutney and goat cheese.

Legal Sea Foods - Legal Test Kitchen
225 Northern Ave. ∫ (617) 330-7430
www.legalseafoods.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
The landmark restaurant is now a well-known chain, but still a top contender in Boston for excellent seafood, our sources tell us. This location in the Seaport District is within walking distance of the convention center; see the Web site for other Boston locations.

Meritage ∫ 70 Rowes Wharf ∫ (617) 439-3995
www.meritagetherestaurant.com ∫ Dinner
Located in the Boston Harbor Hotel, this one comes highly recommended by our sources. Large and small plates are offered for each item on the menu, matched with complementary wine flavors at this high-end French-style restaurant. Not least among its attractions is a stunning view of the waterfront.

South End

Aquataine French Bistro ∫ 569 Tremont St.
(617) 424-8577 ∫ www.aquataineboston.com
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch (weekends)
Inspired by Parisian neighborhood bistros, Aquataine offers an authentic French dining experience, according to its Web site. BD Medical's Lisa Reilly, RN, Sr. Global Product Marketing Manager, recommends it for its innovative yet traditional French cuisine.

B&G Oysters ∫ 550 Tremont St. ∫ (617) 423-0550
www.bandgoysters.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
B&G calls itself a “modern yet classic take on the oyster bar.” There's a daily selection of more than 12 different types of East and West coast oysters, as well as other New England classics.

Masa ∫ 439 Tremont St. ∫ (617) 338-8884
www.masarestaurant.com ∫ Brunch (weekends),
Lunch (weekdays), Dinner
This restaurant offers “creative southwestern” style cuisine. According to Neil Donnenfeld, chief executive officer of Advanced Vision Research, the specialties are tapas (served in the bar) and spicy shrimp. Brunch offers dishes such as the nut-crusted Texas Toast stuffed with carmelized bananas, with dulce de leche syrup.

Mike's City Diner ∫ 1714 Washington St.
(617) 267-9393 ∫ www.mikescitydiner.com
Breakfast, Lunch
“It's a fun place for brunch, but kind of grungy,” laughs Ms. Reilly. “It always pops up on local ‘best of’ lists — for omelettes or whatever.” In fact, on the weekends, Mike's offers breakfast only, all day.

The Union Oyster House is the oldest restaurant in continuous service in the United States.

Mistral ∫ 223 Columbus Ave. ∫ (617) 867-9300
www.mistralbistro.com ∫ Dinner, Sunday Brunch
Features “uncomplicated” French Mediterranean cuisine, according to its Web site. Both menu and décor are reminiscent of Provence, with hand picked French pottery, a beautiful stone bar, high ceilings and arched floor to ceiling windows. The thin-crust pizzas from their grill are especially popular. “It's glitzy everybody goes there to see and be seen,” says Ms. Reilly.

Oishii ∫ 1166 Washington St. 617-482-8868
www.oishiiboston.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
Sushi fans will find Boston's best offerings right here, according to Michael B. Raizman, MD, of Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston and associate professor of ophthalmology at Tufts University School of Medicine.

The Liberty Hotel — once the Charles Street Jail.

Stella ∫ 1525 Washington
St. ∫ 617-247-7747
www.bostonstella.com
Dinner, Sunday Brunch
This one is Italian influenced, with a “happening night scene,” says Ms. Reilly She recommends the mussels and flatbread pizzas. An additional bonus is the casual and cheery ambiance.

Union Bar and Grill ∫
1357 Washington St.
(617) 423-0555 ∫
www.unionrestaurant.com
Dinner, Brunch (weekends)
This one offers a “great bar scene and a great restaurant scene,” according to Ms. Reilly. “Though I don't usually eat meat, when I'm craving a hamburger, that's where I go.” The separate bar/cafe area offers late-night dining. In addition to burgers, the menu includes entrees such as Simmered Whitewater Mussels with Garlic, Shallots, Smoked Tomatoes and Fresh Thyme, Served with Grilled Baguette.

Beacon Hill

Most Boston restaurants are located in the Back Bay/Beacon Hill downtown area, Dr. Shingleton points out. Here are the ones these Boston residents cite as top rated:

Abe & Louie's ∫ 793 Boylston St.
(617) 536-6300 ∫ www.abeandlouies.com ∫ Dinner
A Boston institution, this steakhouse is located in the Back Bay. And while it's very popular among red-meat lovers, it also offers a lot of seafood and a stellar wine list, Ms. Reilly says.

Bristol Lounge at the Four Seasons Hotel
200 Boylston St. ∫ (617) 338-4400
www.fourseasons.com/boston ∫ Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner, Afternoon Tea
The best lobster roll in Boston can be found here, says Dr. Raizman, and it offers a good afternoon tea as well.

Durgin Park ∫ 340 Faneuil Hall Market Place
(617) 227-2038 ∫ www.arkrestaurants.com/durgin_park.
Lunch, Dinner
“Typically Yankee recipes,” according to the Web site. And Dr. Shingleton notes that the restaurant has been around for ages. “It's a very casual Boston baked beans type of place.”

L'espalier ∫ 774 Boylston St. ∫ (617) 262-3023
www.lespalier.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
The ultimate in terms of French elegant dining, located in the Back Bay, one block from the Hynes Convention Center. You will find “sophisticated and modern New England-French cuisine, with an emphasis on artisanal and New England ingredients,” according to the Web site. It's “elegant French service at its best,” according to Dr. Shingleton. High tea is available on weekends.

The Liberty Bar ∫ 215 Charles St.
(617) 224-4000 ∫ www.libertyhotel.com
For those who like to combine drinks with appealing architecture, Dr. Raizman suggests the Liberty Bar in the Liberty Hotel. In bygone days, it was the Charles Street Jail — these days, it offers good cocktails, plus three restaurants: The Clink, specializing in “modern American” cuisine; Alibi, offering cocktails and snacks; and Scampo, with its contemporary Italian cuisine.

Locke-Ober ∫ 3 Winter St. ∫ (617) 542-1340
www.lockeober.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
The Boston landmark made Gourmet Magazine's 2008 list of 21 Legendary American Restaurants You Must Visit. “It is the quintessential old Boston restaurant,” says Dr. Shingleton.

No. 9 Park ∫ 9 Park St.
(617) 742-9991 ∫ www.no9parkcom ∫ Dinner
Dr. Shingleton describes this place as “my favorite restaurant without question,” and Dr. Raizman sings No. 9's praises as well. “The Prune-stuffed gnocchi with foie gras is the best single dish in Boston,” he says. “If you can't get a reservation in the restaurant, they'll serve you at the bar.” The menu features French-Italian cuisine.

The Paramount ∫ 44 Charles St.
617-720-1152 ∫ www.paramountboston.com
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This neighborhood favorite has been serving Boston since 1937. Long an official stop for all Massachusetts politicians, it has become part of the city's culture. The Paramount's well-known Saturday and Sunday morning breakfast and brunch are justly famed, according to Dr. Shingleton.

Pierrot Bistrot Francais
272 Cambridge St. ∫ 617-725-8855
www.pierrotbistrot.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
Simple, very French cuisine in a casual setting. There's an extensive wine list as well.

Troquet ∫ 140 Boylston St.
617-695-9463 ∫ www.troquetboston.com ∫ Dinner
A must for wine lovers, says Dr. Raizman. “They have a great selection with reasonable prices and you can get flights of wine, by the glass.”
As for the cuisine, it injects “a healthy dose of French attitude into fresh and seasonal New England ingredients,” according to the Web site.

Union Oyster House
41 Union Street ∫ (617) 227-2750 www.unionoyster-
house.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
For those who love both history and seafood, the Union Oyster House is a can't-miss. Designated a national historic landmark, the restaurant was founded in 1826 and is the oldest restaurant in continuous service in the country. Located one block from Faneuil Hall on Boston's Freedom Tail.

North End

Caffe Vittoria ∫ 296 Hanover St.
(617) 227-7606 ∫ www.vittoriacaffe.com
Considered the first true Italian cafe in Boston, it is located in the city's historic North End. Caffe Vittoria offers various coffee drinks, pastries (including cannoli and sfogliatella) and gelati.

Neptune Oyster ∫ 63 Salem St. ∫ (617) 742-3474
www.neptuneoyster.com ∫ Lunch, Dinner
Dr. Raizman says the best oysters in the city can be found here, and it seems like an all-around seafood-lover's heaven. In addition to the signature oysters, there are additional shellfish offerings at the raw bar and notable entrees such as Neptune Crab Louis salad.

Cambridge/Somerville

East Coast Grill & Raw Bar ∫ 1271 Cambridge St.
617-491-6568 ∫ www.eastcoastgrill.net
Dinner, Sunday Brunch
The restaurant is renowned for its fish and barbecue, says Mr. Donnenfeld. Entrees include seared extra large shrimp and New Bedford scallops with ginger-garlic noodles and chile-sesame spinach, as well as offerings from its oak-smoked pit barbecue.

The Harvest ∫ 44 Brattle St.

(617) 868-2255 ∫ www.harvestcambridge.com
Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch
Stroll down a cobblestone pathway to find this restaurant, which presents contemporary New England cuisine focused on local New England ingredients.

Henrietta's Table ∫ 1 Bennett St.
(617) 864-1200 ∫ www.henriettastable.com
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Those looking for “honest to goodness New England cooking” may want to try this Boston favorite, located in the famous Charles Hotel. The menu relies on local farms and fisherman. An e-mail newsletter offers recipes.

Redbones Barbeque ∫ 55 Chester St., Somerville
(617) 628.2200 ∫ www.redbones.com
Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch
Who knew there were so many different ways to prepare barbecued ribs? Redbones offers Texas, Memphis, Arkansas and St. Louis styles! Those craving other down-home Southern style fare such as barbecued chicken, pull pork, fried okra and hush puppies will also find them here. Beer lovers will find 24 fresh microbrews on tap. Also offers a late-night menu.

Rialto ∫ 1 Bennett St. ∫ (617) 661-5050
www.rialto-restaurant.com ∫ Dinner
Also located in Harvard Square at the Charles Hotel, the restaurant offers “sophisticated and whimsical interpretations of regional Italian cuisine,” according to its Web site. A wine bar allows guests to enjoy wine by the bottle, glass or tasting flight. ■

ASCRS Showcase

ABBOTT MEDICAL OPTICS, INC.

■ Blink Tears lubricating eye drop is a versatile dry eye product clinically proven to deliver longer-lasting relief with less blur among dry eye patients. Blink Tears' unique visco-adaptive formula helps support tear film stability by mimicking the chemical structure of natural mucin through a diversified platform of products.

When it comes to choosing a versatile dry eye therapy that can address a variety of dry eye patients' needs, think Blink family of products:

► Blink Tears for your mild-moderate dry eye patients

► Blink GelTears drops for your moderate-severe dry eye patients

► Blink Tears Preservative Free for your sensitive and pre- and post LASIK surgery patients

Visit booth #1131

ACCUTOME, INC.

■ Accutome will be unveiling the new AccuPen handheld tonometer, along with the A-Scan Plus, the PachPen, the high definition B-Scan Plus and new UBM Plus, plus diamond clear cornea, micro-incision and LRI keratomes as well as handheld instrumentation. Accutome will demonstrate the benefits of the new Devgan axis marker and Donnenfeld irrigating positioner for toric IOLs. Diamond knife and instrument repairs are available. Accutome Rx offers injectable fluorescein and other diagnostic supplies.

Visit booth #1705

ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH

■ TheraTears provides complete dry-eye relief for everyone, with preservative-free and bottled TheraTears for daytime, TheraTears Liquid Gel for nighttime and TheraTears Nutrition omega-3 supplement for all-the-time relief. “Everyone” includes contact lens wearers — with TheraTears Contact Lens Comfort Drops.

SteriLid Eyelid Cleanser provides effective lid hygiene in convenient ready-to-use foam for those with blepharitis and dry eye, as well as those preparing for eye surgery.

MacuTrition Vitamin and Mineral supplement for vision and health addresses three mechanisms at work in macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

Visit booth #1628

ALCON LABORATORIES, INC

■ Alcon continues on its mission to discover and develop innovative eye care products that improve quality of life by helping people see better, through the introduction of the following new products: the Lenstar LS 900 optical biometer that utilizes optical low-coherence reflectometry to incorporate nine measurements in a single scan; the Ex-Press mini-glaucoma shunt for predictable filtration surgery; Durezol Emulsion, the first powerful steroid approved to treat both inflammation and pain; and Zirgan Gel, the newest treatment for acute herpetic keratitis. Don't miss a special experience at the Alcon exhibit developed exclusively for the 2010 ASCRS attendees. See you in Boston!

Visit booths #1112 and #1172

ALLERGAN

■ Get close to Combigan Please visit Allergan booth #1736 to learn more about Combigan (brimonidine tartrate/timolol maleate ophthalmic solution) 0.2%/0.5%. You can also go to www.Combigan.com and see our ad in the accompanying issue of Ophthalmology Management for further details.

Think outside the bottle with Allergan Glaucoma

We are always exploring the full potential of our offerings, researching new therapeutic options, and providing you with the resources you need to treat this condition. That's how we're helping you manage your glaucoma patients, today and tomorrow. To learn more, please visit Allergan booth #1736. We also invite you to go to www.allergan.com for additional information and see our ad in the accompanying issue of Ophthalmology Management.

Restasis Ophthalmic Emulsion is indicated to increase tear production in patients whose tear production is presumed to be suppressed due to ocular inflammation associated with keratoconjunctivitis sicca. Increased tear production was not seen in patients currently taking topical anti-inflammatory drugs or using punctal plugs.

Important Safety Information

Restasis is contraindicated in patients with active ocular infections and has not been studied in patients with a history of herpes keratitis. The most common adverse event (17%) was ocular burning upon instillation. Other events reported in 1-5% of patients included conjunctival hyperemia, discharge, epiphora, eye pain, foreign body sensation, pruritus, stinging, and visual disturbance (most often blurring).

Please see our ad in the enclosed publication for a brief summary of prescribing information.

Visit booth #1736

ANGIOTECH/SHARPOINT

■ DSEK/DSAEK surgeons are invited for a demonstration of the Tan EndoGlide Endothelium Insertion System, which also features UltraGlide sutures and UltraFit trephines. Sharpoint microsurgical knives are available in standard and protective handles (SharpGuard Guarded Knives).

Visit booth #2119

BAUSCH & LOMB

■ Bausch & Lomb is dedicated to rejuvenating the precious gift of sight and being the world's most valuable ophthalmic experience by delivering a broad spectrum of products so that surgeons may achieve the best surgical outcomes. From cataract surgery to vitreoretinal procedures to quality-crafted surgical instruments, the company is synonymous with precision, performance and clinical versatility.

Products such as Cyrstalens HD and AO, MICS AO, our Stellaris vision enhancement system and our Amvisc Plus Viscoelastic add to the success and efficiency of cataract surgery. Add to that our precise physician inspired instruments and you now have a recipe for success.

Visit booth #714

BD MEDICAL -OPHTHALMIC SYSTEMS

■ BD Medical – Ophthalmic Systems offers an extensive line of safety-engineered products used in healthcare facilities around the world.

BD Beaver and BD Atomic Edge Safety Knives are designed with an integrated protective shield to minimize the risk of sharp injuries. BD Visitec Single-Use Instruments are offered in a wide variety of speculums, forceps, choppers, manipulators and scissors, as well as single-use cannulae, drapes and accessories. BD CustomEyes is a customizable surgery kit that may assist in reducing costs as well as saving time with the convenient all-in-one packaging. BD 1% OVD viscoelastic device creates a deep anterior chamber during cataract surgery.

Visit booth #1121

CARL ZEISS MEDITEC

■ Get Real Answers in Real Time with Carl Zeiss Meditec's Workflow Solutions for Cataract, Refractive, Retina, Glaucoma, Connectivity and Data Management. Visit CZM's Booth (3600) to see the latest technologies for enhancing clinical confidence and practice efficiency.

Visit booth #3600

CLARITY MEDICAL SYSTEMS

■ The RetCam family of systems offers the only wide-field digital imaging solution for on-site or remote documentation of the pediatric retina and pediatric or adult anterior segment.

Visit booth #1029

COMPULINK

■ Established in 1985, Compulink provides the industry's only fully customizable and integrated solution for ophthalmic practice management, revenue cycle management, optical POS and electronic health records. Backed by outstanding customer support, Advantage is used by 3,000+ practices and 12 universities to increase efficiencies, improve profitability and deliver better patient care.

Visit booth #742

CRESTPOINT

■ Your source for 10,000+ hand-held instruments, repair service, repair/ replacement program, custom instruments, disposable knives and instruments. Representing Duckworth & Kent, the original manufacturer of titanium surgical instruments for ophthalmology; Geuder, leading manufacturer of high quality instruments for ophthalmic surgery anterior and posterior segment; MANI knives for ophthalmology; Sterimedix, complete range of single use quality disposables. Crestpoint has an excellent reputation for service and quality. Crestpoint provides cross-referencing for any/all products you need. Our top priority is superb customer service, coupled with our premium surgical devices.

Visit booth #517

DUTCH OPHTHALMIC, USA

■ DORC International will highlight VisionBlue, the only FDA approved product for capsular staining. Also featured is the Associate 2500 Vitrectomy/Phaco System, which in corporates a unique dual Peristaltic and Venturi vacuum system. Products for DALK and anterior consumables will be displayed as well.

Visit booth #1325

ELLEX

■ Precision Ultrasound from Ellex: The New Generation Eye Cubed is the gold standard in Immersion A-Scan, offering superior axial length accuracy. In addition, the systems high frequency B-Scan offers a highly detailed view of the anterior segment — important when implanting the newest generation of ICL and IOL implants.

Precision Photodisruption from Ellex: If you perform YAG surgery you understand the increasing levels of accuracy that new-generation IOLs demand. To that end, the Ellex Super Q and Ultra Q YAG laser achieve precise optical breakdown at the lowest energy levels possible — along with exquisitely controlled focusing.

Visit booth #745

EYEMAGINATIONS

■ Eyemaginations offers the complete solution for educating your patients and marketing your practice. With products that reach patients pre-visit, while they are at your office and after they leave, you are assured of optimizing the communication process.

The 3D-Eye suite of products and all-new LUMA will help make your practice more successful.

Visit booth #2340

HAAG-STREIT'S LENSTAR

■ Lenstar's optical low-coherence reflectometry technology overcomes the limitations of ultrasound and optical biometry by incorporating nine measurements in a single scan, improving accuracy and accelerating workflow: pachymetry keratometry anterior chamber depth, lens thickness, axial length, white-to-white distance, pupillometry eccentricity of the visual axis and retinal thickness.

The external PC communicates with EMR and networks and allows auto-population of data fields. Prac tice efficiency is improved since patients don't have to be repositioned or moved to obtain multiple measurements. In about 30 seconds, examiners can obtain a comprehensive assessment of the patient's eye in a single scan.

Visit booth #2114

HEINE

■ Demo the market-leading Omega 500 Binocular Indirect Ophthalmoscope. Its patented small-pupil function allows for stereoscopic, clear views through any pupil size. The Xenon halogen bulb creates a CRI rating of 98.5, guaranteeing near perfect color rendering. The Omega 500 is available with several power sources, including the UL-Approved Unplugged, allowing users to work without cords or cables. The Omega 2C is the only BIO on the market that has been designed specifically for video use. It features specially designed optics, a fully integrated camera system and is available with digital image capturing software. Heine also offers a complete line of hand held instruments.

Visit booth #2719

INSPIRE PHARMACEUTICALS

■ AzaSite (azithromycin ophthalmic solution) 1% is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible isolates of CDC coryne- form group G*, Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus mitis group, and Streptococcus pneumoniae.

AzaSite delivers sustained concentrations to ocular surface tissues, including the eyelids, cornea, conjunctiva and the tears. Additionally, AzaSite has significant anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.

*Efficacy for this organism was studied in fewer than 10 infections.

Elestat (epinastine HCl ophthalmic solution) 0.05% provides fast-acting, long-lasting relief of ocular itching and is soothing to the eyes. Epinastine prevents ocular allergy symptoms rapidly by blocking both the H1 and H2 receptors, stabilizing mast cells and stopping the cascade of proinflammatory mediators. Its fast, multi-action efficacy reduces symptoms within three minutes, and its sustained effect provides relief for 8 to 12 hours. Elestat is also soothing upon instillation with a 7 pH, similar to natural tears.

Elestat ophthalmic solution is indicated for the prevention of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

Important Safety Information

The most frequent ly reported ocular adverse events, occurring in approximately 1% to 10% of patients, were burning sensation in the eye, folliculosis hyperemia and pruritus.

Visit booth #1731

IRIDEX

■ The IQ 810 is a multifunctional laser system designed for both glaucoma and retina applications. It offers physicians unprecedented flexibility and performance during laser surgery. The system features added capabilities with MicroPulse technology — a laser delivery method that adds a new dimension of control over laser output. From conventional photocoagulation, transscleral therapy (cyclophoto-coagulation) and MicroPulse for tissue sparing treatments such as MicroPulse Laser Trabeculoplasty (MLT), the IQ 810 delivers the performance required for today's busy practice.

Visit booth #1547

ISTA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.

■ ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (www.istavision.com) will be featuring Bepreve (bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution) 1.5%, Xibrom (bromfenac ophthalmic solution) 0.09, Istalol (timolol maleate ophthalmic solution) 0.5% and Vitrase (hyaluronidase injection) Ovine, 200 USP Units/mL at ASCRS this year.

Visit booth #900

MARCO

■ The TRS-5100 is an upgrade from your standard manual phoropter to a sleek, modernized, automated phoropter controlled with a programmable keypad.

Allowing the doctor to remain comfortably seated throughout the entire exam eliminates repetitive stress injuries. The TRS makes the doctor's life easier and gives the patient faster, more accurate and more positive exam experiences. Also, the doctor can preprogram the entire refraction process to increase exam efficiency, maximizing patient flow, overall practice revenue and referrals.

The TRS is EHR/EMR compatible. (Installation, training and one year warranty are all-inclusive.)

Visit booth #1253

MEDFLOW

■ Medflow EHR is the only CCHIT Certified automation solution designed exclusively for any eye care practice. Since 1999, Medflow has been dedicated to serving the eye care community. We currently employ 41 devoted staff members who are responsible for developing, installing, training and implementing solutions for eye care practices. The company has over 268 combined years of hands-on experience in the eye care industry. We have 1000+ eye care specialists successfully using the Medflow EHR. We take pride in our commitment to providing the most effective solutions for a fair and equitable price for practices large and small.

Visit booth #2752

MORIA

■ Moria manufactures and distributes ophthalmic surgical equipment and instruments. Its major products are the One Use-Plus SBK microkeratome, the Epi-K epikeratome, a DSAEK system that has revolutionized corneal transplant surgery, and single-use cataract, refractive and ROP instruments.

Visit booth #2320

MTI

■ Preop, transport, surgery and recovery all on the same motorized chair. The 440 Series is a wide procedure table with a tapered back design. It is ideal for providing a mobile surgery platform for ophthalmic and related specialties where there are needs to transport patients from various locations within the clinic for procedures or surgeries.

A smart lithium-ion battery powers the 440 without the need for connection to an electrical outlet for true operational mobility, allowing the use of one chair without moving the patient, reducing handling and the possibility patient or staff injury. A standard power cord is also provided for dual operation and battery backup.

There are also fixed and non-battery operated models for applications not needing mobile or battery operation.

Visit booth # 2153

NEXTGEN HEALTHCARE

■ NextGen Healthcare is the award-winning provider of fully integrated EHR and practice management solutions. Ideal for large enterprises or small practices, NextGen EHR features exclusive specialty content. NextGen EPM is our powerful scheduling, billing, and reporting system. Including Optik, our optical inventory and sales management system, these solutions are proven to improve care and provide a healthy return on investment.

Visit booth #2308

OASIS MEDICAL, INC.

■ Offering punctal occlusion products and Oasis TEARS for dry eye and a full line of surgical disposables for cataract and refractive procedures. Please stop by to see the innovative Janach instruments now distributed exclusively by OASIS in the U.S.

Visit booth #2134

OCULUS

■ Come see the Centerfield and Easyfield visual field perimeters, the Pentacam and the new PARK 1 a combination non-contact pachymeter, auto-refractor and keratometer. Also, see our quality line of trial frames, loupes and the ImageCam, a digital slit lamp camera. View the PARK 1 on www.oculususa.com.

Visit booth #1421

ODYSSEY MEDICAL, INC.

■ Odyssey Medical offers the Parasol Punctal Occluder, a unique design that includes easy insertion, simple sizing and a 30-day pop-out guarantee. New at Odyssey… the Micro Flow, a punctal occluder designed to provide a simple reversible means of partial occlusion by limiting the drainage of tears into the lacrimal duct.

Visit booth #1625

OERTLI INSTRUMENTE AG

■ Micro-incision surgery for anterior and posterior procedures will be featured at the Oertli booth. We are proud to present our brand new surgical platform, faros, featuring easyPhaco Technology for 1.6 mm and 2.2 mm surgery, allowing for efficient lens removal and perfect chamber stability. See our Web site at www.oertli-instruments.com.

Visit booth #2331

OIS

■ OIS provides cataract and refractive surgeons with the most comprehensive EMR and imaging solutions available that deliver best-in-class practice efficiency and enable you to deliver the highest quality of care to your patients. With our highly integrated solutions, and a quarter century of experience, OIS is uniquely positioned to successfully implement your paperless solution within your practice.

Visit booth # 2534

OPKO INSTRUMENTATION

■ As the pioneer in OCT technology, the Spectral OCT/SLO combines Spectral OCT and Confocal Scanning Ophthalmoscope (SLO) delivering superior image quality. The SLO-Microperimetry provides the ability to examine Retinal Visual Function, while the SLO tracks the retina. Microperimetry adds visual function testing to the diagnosis of retinal diseases and assesses the OCT structural changes compared to retinal visual outcomes.

Spectral OCT/SLO offers precise OCT registration and orientation on SLO fundus images, 3D automatic topographic map/microperimetry com parison and an optional cornea/anterior chamber lens.

The Ultrasound System is customized to any combination of B-Scan, A-Scan and UBM. Frequency can run from 10 MHz to 50 MHz and five probes can be connected to the console simultaneously.

Visit booth #540

OPTOVUE, INC.

■ The RTVue continues to advance OCT innovation providing eye-care professionals a powerful all-inclusive device offering comprehensive solutions in:

Retina: High resolution B-scans, vessel registration and change analysis

Glaucoma: Ganglion cell complex analysis, RNFL thickness, C/D ratio, change analysis

Anterior Segment: Visualization and measurement of angle and corneal thickness

Visit booth # 704

QUANTEL MEDICAL

■ Welcome to the 2010 ASCRS meeting in Boston. Quantel Medical would like to invite you to stop by and visit us at Booth # 713 to view the most complete and technologically advanced line of ultrasound and laser products being offered today.

Quantel Medical was founded in 1970 and today is one of the world leaders in ophthalmic ultrasound and laser photocoagulation, with over 80 distributors serving more than 110 countries.

Please visit with us in Boston to learn how these technologies can be incorporated into your practice and to learn about special promotions we will be offering at the 2010 ASCRS.

Visit booth #713

REICHERT

■ Reichert has been manufacturing high-quality ophthalmic instruments in the USA for over 150 years. Visit booth 1500 to see the revolutionary Ocular Response Analyzer, our world-leading line of tonometers including the award winning Tono-Pen AVIA, the Reflex ultrasound bio-microscope and more.

Visit booth #1500

RHEIN MEDICAL

■ Rhein Medical will display titanium and stainless steel surgical instruments, including lens inserters/loaders, chopping instruments and instruments for LASIK, LASEK, ICL and Intralase. Featuring Steinert DSEK insertion forceps, Sabet lenticular safety net, Connor Wands, I&A and BI-manual handpieces, Rhein Eco brand of single-use instruments, plus a complete line of LRI diamond knives and cataract diamond blades, Maskin MGD, dry eye probes and masks.

Visit booth #2305

RELIANCE

■ The Model FX-920 Power Tilt Chair has finger switches and a corded foot switch raise, lower and recline the patient into any position without the bending movement required in other tilt chairs.

Membrane switches allow for programming to any preferred position and the child safety program. The large hinged footrest supports a patients full weight and tilts out of the way when desired. Weight-bearing armrests lock in place and release to allow ingress and egress from either side of the chair.

The fully adjustable concave upholstered headrest offers superior head and neck support and a wide range of positions.

Visit booth #2114

SIGHTPATH MEDICAL

■ As the industry leader in cataract and refractive outsourcing, Sightpath Medical offers surgical equipment and services on an as-needed basis. Sightpath provides NBSTSA certified surgical technicians, manufacturer certified laser engineers and leading technologies without capital investment or maintenance fees.

Visit booth #234

TOPCON MEDICAL SYSTEMS

■ Topcon Medical Systems is a market leader in diagnostic imaging technologies and IT solutions for ophthalmology. Products include the unique 3D OCT-2000 system, a wide range of mydriatic and non-mydriatic digital fundus cameras, slit lamps, autorefractors and keratometers, which can be interconnected through IMAGEnet or the web-based EyeRoute Image Management System.

Visit booth #2107

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