ALT vs. SLT: Is One Better Than the Other?

Each has its place in managing high IOP, but will SLT replace front-line medical therapy?

By Jeffrey S. Eisenberg

An Update on Glaucoma Drainage Implant Surgery

A review of the technique and emerging evidence on shunts to control IOP.

By Janet M. Lim, MD

At Press Time

Vascular dysfunction: Sign of glaucoma? Is QLT pulling plug on punctal plug? Eye test identifies Alzheimer’s disease; and more

By Bill Kekevian, Senior

Best Practices

Finding homegrown talent to promote

By Allan Walker

Coding & Reimbursement

EMR no cure for garbage in, garbage out

By Suzanne L. Corcoran, COE

Corneal Clarity

Update on ocular drug delivery systems: What’s new and on the horizon

By Thomas John, MD

CyPass: An Emerging Option for MIGS

Now in FDA trial, European results have shown lower IOP and medication burden.

By Magda Rau, MD

Fine-Tuning Premium IOLs

What you can do to guarantee patients a premium experience.

By Scott M. MacRae, MD, Len

How Study Design Impacts FDA Approvals

‘Enrichment strategies’ can help applicants conduct better clinical trials.

By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor

Letters

Management Essentials

A personal touch can put you ahead of the pack

By By Farrell

Marketplace

Medical Homeless: Ophthalmology and the PCMH

The patient-centered medical home is evolving, but specialists are still looking for their place.

By JOSEPH BURNS

Meeting the Challenge of Normal-Tension Glaucoma

Diagnosing this disease requires significant detective work.

By Andrew Rabinowitz, MD

MIGS Takes a Step Forward

The iStent puts microInvasive glaucoma surgery in reach.

By JOHN BERDAHL, MD

Spotlight on Technology & Technique

Test to distinguish viral conjunctivitis

By Bill Kekevian, Senior

Taking an Innovation From Concept to Market

The ophthalmic arena has become a hotbed of new investment.

By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor

The Efficient Ophthalmologist

Physician Rx: What drives our prescribing behavior?

By Steven M. Silverstein, MD, FACS

Thin Corneas in LASIK: How Low Can You Go?

The refractive surgeon has multiple options for delivering good visual outcomes.

By AMIN ASHRAFZADEH, MD

Viewpoint

It’s just one man’s opinion

ASC Compliance: Are You Close?

By RIVA LEE ASBELL

Emergencies in the ASC: Are You Prepared?

By Cristine Benze, RN, BSN

Examining Ophthalmic Surgical Microscopes

The ASC is a choice setting for today's new technologies. Find out why.

By Sean McKinney, Contributing

Numbers for Managers: Make Better Decisions With a Customized P&L Statement

By Maureen Waddle

Uncharted Waters: Navigating the Ins and Outs of ACOs

Examining how Accountable Care Organizations will affect ophthalmology.

By Michelle Dalton, ELS