ARVO Highlights

We highlight six of the most interesting 2012 presentations.

By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor

As I See It

This Facebook poster wasn’t our “friend”

By Paul S. Koch, MD

At Press Time

Genes predict Fuchs’ risk; Injector cartridges preserve DSAEK grafts; Sustained-release punctal plug therapy

Best Practices

Help set your payer-contracting strategy

By Maureen Waddle

Coding & Reimbursement

Goniopuncture know-how

By Suzanne L. Corcoran, COE

Corneal Clarity

Journey inside the biofilm city

By Thomas John, MD

Cracking Down on Research Fraud

The ORI is on the case.

By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor

First Impressions — How to Set the Stage for Success

Your waiting room says more about your practice than you may think. Is it saying what you want it to?

How Healthy is Your Staff’s Morale?

They spend more time with your patients than you do, so it pays to keep them happy.

Management Essentials

Beware the herd mentality on EHR timing

By By Farrell

Ophthalmology Adds Value in an ACO-like Setting

The specialty fits well with primary care.

By Jennifer Mcclean, MHA, CMPE

Path to Paperless

Computer security lapses can be costly

By Peter J. Polack, MD, FACS

Spotlight on Technology & Technique

ORA offers multiple clinical applications

By Robert Murphy

The Efficient Ophthalmologist

Embezzlement: A crime of betrayal

By Steven M. Silverstein, MD, FACS

The Pros and Cons of Overseas Missions

Truly laudable efforts can have some downside.

By Mitchell Brinks, MD

The Wine Observer

The pleasures of warm weather wines

By Paul M. Karpecki, OD, FAAO

Value-Based Medicine

Surgery location & healthcare dollars

By Melissa M. Brown, MD, MN, MBA

Viewpoint

A mission that benefits doctor and patient alike

Will Time-Release Therapy Revolutionize Glaucoma Care?

New devices that automate routine medication dosing could make patient noncompliance a thing of the past. Here’s what’s happening.

By Robert Murphy