A special series sponsored by Alcon

Adding Vitreoretinal Surgery to an ASC

By Pravin U. Dugel, MD

A special series sponsored by Bausch + Lomb

Material and Design of the Akreos MICS Lens Foster Excellent Long-Term Results

An Introduction to the Ex-Press Mini-Shunt

Think of it as "trabeculectomy plus."

By Yara Catoira-Boyle, MD

As I See It

The curious case of the finicky flap

By Paul S. Koch, MD

At Press Time

Procedure regenerates damaged corneas; Ophthalmologists running for national office; B+L to compete in injectable miotics

Bacterial Resistance: Causes and Consequences

Our evolving understanding of the relationship between antibiotic exposure, bacterial virulence and clinical outcome

By Joseph Capriotti, MD, and

Coding & Reimbursement

Billing for extended ophthalmoscopy

By Suzanne L. Corcoran, COE

Collagen Cross-linking: The Ties That Bind

An update on the safety and stability of this innovative procedure to strengthen the cornea

By Yaron S. Rabinowitz, MD

Letters to the Editor

Rationing vs. Free Market? Readers Debate

Management Essentials

Machiavelli: Your new HR manager

By By Farrell

Path to Paperless

“Meaningful use”: The Final Rules, part 2

By Peter J. Polack, MD, FACS

Preventing the Co-pay Surprise

Make sure patients understand their obligations to avoid hard feelings at collection time

By Beverly Loney

Reinventing Cataract Surgery for the 21st Century

An avalanche of new technology is upon us. Can practices and patients afford it?

By William Wiley, MD

Should You Opt Out of Medicare?

Frustrated physicians are thinking of cutting the cord. Here’s a candid look at the pros and cons.

By Samantha Stahl, Assistant

Special AAO Preview: Chicago 2010

A guide to Chicago’s attractions and restaurants, and a preview of the scientific presentations and new products meeting attendees will see at the annual meeting

By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor

Spotlight on Technology & Technique

SD-OCT that goes from the exam room to the OR

By Samantha Stahl, Assistant

Surgical Solutions to Presbyopia

New ideas that may transform near vision correction

By Glauco Reggiani-Mello, MD, and

The Tricky Finances of Femto-Phaco

Will this ground-breaking technology be able to pay for itself by boosting premium IOL adoption?

By FRANK CELIA, CONTRIBUTING

The Wine Observer

Malbec: A Wine That's on Top of the World

By Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO

Value-Based Medicine

Assessing Costs in the Value Equation

By Melissa M. Brown, MD, MN, MBA

Viewpoint

The high cost of low-price shopping

Challenges to the Ocular Surface

Whether preparing for surgery or just ensuring good visual acuity, patients need a surface that's lubricated and healthy

By Victor L. Perez, MD

GPA: A Better Way of Looking at Glaucoma

Managing Ocular Allergy Patients in a High-volume Practice

In fast-paced practices, there's no time for trial-and-error. Here are some proven strategies for keeping ocular allergy patients comfortable and symptom free.

Keeping Up with Glaucoma

Event and trend analysis are critical components in the management of glaucoma — both support earlier diagnosis and more accurate tracking of progression

Recognizing Ocular Surface Disease in Your Office

Early detection of dry eye helps improve patient satisfaction

By Stephen C. Pflugfelder, MD

Treating Glaucoma and Concomitant OSD

BAK-free medications provide multiple benefits to patients

By Clark Springs, MD

Treating Ocular Irritation

Making patients more comfortable with the proper medication

By David Goldman, MD