Special AAO Preview Chicago 2016

Come October, come to Chi-town

The annual Academy meeting is so action-packed a printed program couldn’t hold it.

By Wendy Lyons Sunshine, contributing editor

With hundreds of lectures, jam-packed subspecialty sessions and cosponsored events, the 2016 AAO Annual Meeting in Chicago will have something for everyone.

“Over the last six years we’ve seen much growth and development,” says Jonathan B. Rubenstein, MD, secretary for the AAO Annual Meeting. “We have greatly expanded the academic content and created a meeting that is more accessible for the members.”

The event has grown so large, in fact, that this year’s Final Program will not be printed. Instead, attendees will get a spiral-bound condensed program plus access to all event details in a comprehensive Mobile Meeting Guide (www.aao.org/annual-meeting/program).

“This smartphone app has proven to be invaluable to me,” says Dr. Rubenstein. “There is no other ophthalmology meeting in the world that provides the wide breadth of content and the ability to meet and interact with local and international colleagues.”

Douglas D. Koch, MD

Among the changes are a “Learning Lounge” where participants will learn from experts in a small-group setting and a user-friendly Academy Plus Course Pass that helps attendees navigate more efficiently through the meeting content. The exhibition hall with ophthalmic diagnostic and therapeutic technological developments.

Here are some of the learning opportunities (for a full list, see tinyurl.com/AAOLectures16).

SUNDAY OCT. 16

• Jackson Memorial Lecture. In the Opening Session, Douglas D. Koch, MD, presents “Hiding in Plain Sight: The enigmatic cornea and IOL calculations.”

• Castroviejo Lecture. “Case-Based Corneal Conundrums” are the focus of a joint symposium with the Cornea Society and Sektion Kornea of the German Ophthalmological Society (SYM08). This year’s lecture is “Surgical Treatment of Presbyopia: The Journey from Corneal Refractive Surgery to Smart Intraocular Lenses,” by Dimitri T. Azar, MD.

• Whitney G. Sampson Lecture. “Myth-Busting in Refractive and Cataract Surgery” with the Contact Lens Association of Ophthalmologists (SYM15). Julian D. Stevens, MD, discusses corneal inlays for presbyopia and other topics.

MONDAY OCT. 17

• Charles D. Kelman Lecture. Roger F. Steinert, MD, puts a “Spotlight on Cataracts” (SPO2).

• Parker Heath Lecture. With “The Evolving Regulatory, Clinical and Legal Environment for Assessing Late Career and Senior Ophthalmologists” (SYM23), Stephen R. Permut, MD, JD, explains state-of-the-art assessment of late-stage physicians.

• Robert N. Shaffer Lecture. The theme of a joint meeting with Prevent Blindness is “The Virtual and Mobile Glaucoma Office” (SYM31). George A. Cioffi, MD, presents “Glaucoma Population Management.”

• C. Stephen and Frances Foster Lecture on Uveitis and Immunology. Douglas A. Jabs, MD, MBA, presents “Immunosuppression for the Uveitides: Current Status and Future Directions” (SYM35).

• Barraquer Lecture. The combined meeting with the International Society of Refractive Surgery focuses on “Therapeutic and Refractive Crosslinking” (SYM43). Alaa M. El-Danasoury, MD, discusses “Keratoconus: Progressive Management of Progressive Disease.”

TUESDAY OCT. 18

• Zimmerman Lecture. The combined meeting with the American Association of Ophthalmic Oncologists and Pathologists (SYM44) includes Zeynel A. Karcioglu, MD, presenting “Changes in Diagnosis and Treatment of Orbital Tumors in 50 Years.”

The inside track on Chicago’s restaurant scene

Trust a fellow ophthalmologist and his foodie daughter.

By Anya S. Hariprasad and Seenu Hariprasad, MD

So many great places to eat in Chicago — you could go out for dinner every day for a year without revisiting one of them. Considering the remarkable cultural and global experiences to be had at Chicago eateries, there is something for every taste and budget. We’ve tried to list some favorite restaurants by cuisine. While it’s but a small sampling, it should provide more than a nosh while you’re visiting our town.

ASIAN

Shanghai Terrace in the Peninsula Hotel
108 E. Superior St.
chicago.peninsula.com
312-337-2888
Shanghai Terrace has great dim sum and Chinese food; its lounge atmosphere makes it all the more memorable. Take time to sit on the deck for great views of the city, especially the Hancock Building. $$

Le Colonial
937 N. Rush St.
lecolonialchicago.com
312-255-0088
This French-Vietnamese fusion restaurant serves up food that is healthy and fresh. It accommodates allergies and even has a gluten-free menu. We love the ambiance. $$

Joy Yee Noodle Shop
2139 South China Place
joyyee.com
312-328-0001
This great Asian restaurant serves the best bubble tea in town. Make sure to try the chow fun noodle. Reasonably priced with a fun, casual vibe. Gets loud at times. $

Chant
1509 E. 53rd St.
chantchicago.com
773-324-1999
This Hyde Park eatery has an eclectic pan-Asian menu. $

Duck Duck Goat
857 W. Fulton Market
duckduckgoatchicago.com
312-902-DUCK
Top chef Stephanie Izard’s latest addition to the Chicago restaurant scene has a great vibe and good food. Make sure to try the famous Peking duck. $$

Shanghai Terrace in the Peninsula Hotel

SUSHI

Sunda
110 W. Illinois St.
sundachicago.com
312-644-0500
This trendy River North restaurant offers excellent Asian cuisine — the whole menu shines. Sunda also offers vegan and gluten-free options. It is the place to see and be seen. $$

Roka Akor
456 N. Clark St.
rokaakor.com/chicago
312-477-7652
This fine-dining restaurant offers the unparalleled combination of thoughtful design and contemporary robata Japanese cuisine. $$

Sushi Dokku
823 W. Randolph St.
sushidokku.com
312-455-8238
In our opinion, the best sushi in Chicago. Fun vibe and reasonable prices. If you are feeling adventurous, try the ever-changing “Chef’s Special.” $

CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN

Girl and the Goat
809 W. Randolph St.
girlandthegoat.com
312-492-6262
This is “Top Chef’s” Stephanie Izzard’s first Chicago restaurant, serving excellent food for an eclectic crowd. A great place to relax and unwind. $$

The Promontory
5311 S. Lake Park Ave. West
promontorychicago.com
312-801-2100
Hyde Park’s new “hearth to table” restaurant. Draws crowds citywide to sample delights from its unique menu. Close to McCormick Place. $$

Fig & Olive
104 E. Oak St.
http://tinyurl.com/hmup4x9
312-445-0060
Situated in the Gold Coast luxury retail shopping district, Fig & Olive likes flavors such as Southern French, Italian and Spanish. Fun atmosphere and great scene. $$

INDIAN

Gaylord
100 E. Walton St.
gaylordil.com
312-664-1700
Besides a tasty à la carte menu, Gaylord offers free appetizers at its bar every weeknight from 5 to 7. But avoid the lunch buffet — it fails to do justice to its well-prepared dinner. $

India House
59 W. Grand Ave.
indiahousechicago.com
312-645-9500
The best weekend lunch buffet in town, hands down. Its à la carte dinner items are also exceptionally good. $

ITALIAN

Davanti Enoteca
30 E. Hubbard St.
tinyurl.com/hm47vo2
312-605-5900
This River North restaurant is a family favorite. The portions are good, the entrees are deliciously cooked, and the service is wonderful. For those wishing to explore the city, there’s another location in Chicago’s Little Italy. $

Gioco
1312 S. Wabash Ave.
giocochicago.com
312-939-3870
Located in the South Loop, Gioco has consistently good Italian food and excellent desserts. It’s also reasonably priced and not far from McCormick Place. The restaurant has a nice bistro feel to it. While not one of our favorites, its proximity to the conference venue makes it a fair choice. $

Coco Pazzo
300 W. Hubbard St.
cocopazzochicago.com
312-836-0900
This posh River North restaurant with its upscale feel offers high-end Italian food. The entrees are often creative yet thoughtfully prepared and tasty. The lunch menu shouldn’t be ignored, either. $$

Spiaggia
980 N. Michigan Ave.
spiaggiarestaurant.com
312-280-2750
Probably the most renowned Italian restaurant in Chicago. Spiaggia, bill-wise, amounts to more than pocket change, but is a place to go for a special evening out. The food, desserts and wine are all remarkable and memorable. $$$

Dolce
127 W. Huron St.
http://tinyurl.com/jv8gcab
312-754-0700
Located in the Godfrey Hotel, this is one of Chicago’s newest Italian restaurants. Excellent service, delicious menu and great ambiance for meetings. $$

RPM Italian
52 W. Illinois St.
http://tinyurl.com/j79fsys
312-222-1888
Owned by television personalities Giuliana and Bill Rancic, among others. They put a contemporary spin on classics such as Mama DePandi’s Bucatini and fish selections. This family favorite is loud but has an excellent ambiance. Keep your eyes open for a celebrity! $$

MEXICAN

Topolobampo and Frontera Grill
445 N. Clark St.
rickbayless.com/restaurants
312-661-1434
Both founded by world-renowned Chef Rick Bayless, these two rank among the best Mexican restaurants in town. While the food at both is well prepared (they share the same kitchen), Frontera is more casual (and you are more likely to get a table). For the more formal Topolobampo, book reservations far in advance. $$$

Mercadito
108 W. Kinzie St.
http://tinyurl.com/gmnn48b
312-329-9555
Terrific drinks and tasty food. Trendy vibe but loud. Don’t expect to hold a conversation with anyone, though the noise won’t interrupt your meal. $$

Cantina Laredo
508 N. State St.
cantinalaredo.com
312-955-0014
Economical but delicious offerings. Try the custom-made table-side guacamole. Contemporary atmosphere. $

PIZZA

Pizzeria Due
619 N. Wabash Ave.
pizzeria.unotogo.com
312-943-2400
The downtown location has great deep-dish pizza, though you’ll likely wait to be seated. $

Lou Malnati’s
loumalnatis.com/chicagolandhttp://tinyurl.com/j56h9tm
Another go-to source for great deep-dish pizza with a not-to-be-missed sauce. The second URL lists three locations near McCormick Place. If you prefer another location, you have 42 others from which to choose. $

French-Vietnamese restaurant Le Colonial

SPANISH/TAPAS

Mercat a la Planxa
638 S. Michigan Ave.
mercatchicago.com
312-765-0524
Located in the Blackstone Hotel, Mercat a la Planxa serves wonderful sangrias and delicious tapas. Veggie-friendly, it is located in the South Loop close to McCormick Place. $

Tapas Valencia
1530 S. State St.
tapasvalencia.com
312-842-4444
This casual neighborhood restaurant serves excellent food at reasonable prices. South State is not far from McCormick Place. $

FRENCH

La Petite Folie
1504 E. 55th St.
lapetitefolie.com
773-493-1394
Offers classically prepared French food. With an all-French wine list and distinctive menu, it’s definitely worth trying. Its quiet, professional ambience and location in Hyde Park makes it ideally suited for meetings. $$

SPLURGE WORTHY

Alinea
1723 N. Halsted St.
alinearestaurant.com
312-867-0110
Located in Lincoln Park, Alinea is consistently ranked as one of the best restaurants in the United States (and deservedly so). A recent major renovation has enhanced its distinct atmosphere. One thing to note here, dinner is an event: Make reservations far in advance and allow about three hours for dinner. Foodies from around the world come to enjoy its experimental gastronomy. $$$

NoMi
Park Hyatt Chicago, 800 N. Michigan Ave.
http://tinyurl.com/zl6qlpm
312-239-4030
A two-fer: Great contemporary international cuisine and spectacular views of Michigan Avenue. NoMi is a family favorite. $$$

Grace
652 W. Randolph St.
www.grace-restaurant.com
312-234-9494
Offers two tasting menus — Flora and Fauna. Flora highlights vegetables; Fauna focuses on seafood and protein. Both menus feature experimental gastronomic techniques and elegant presentation. The business-casual tone and low noise level make Grace ideal for meetings. $$$

A view of the floor

Whatever you and your practice need or want: new technology or old friends, you will find them here.

Advanced Tear Diagnostics
Advanced Tear Diagnostics will display its TearScan point-of-care diagnostic system, which can identify if a patient’s dry eye is caused by an aqueous deficiency, an ocular allergy or an evaporative issue. The ATD system allows technicians to measure lactoferrin and IgE in a patient’s basal tears so the doctor can focus on treatment protocols and patient care.
Booth #1178
www.teardiagnostics.com

Akorn
Akorn has been involved in the ophthalmic field since 1971, developing a growing line of branded prescription therapies such as Zioptan, Cosopt PF, Betimol, AzaSite, as well as the TheraTears line of dry eye therapies.
Booth #1503
www.akorn.com

Alcon
Alcon creates new technologies to advance the treatment of eye diseases and conditions. Alcon will be showcasing multiple ophthalmic products at AAO, including the CyPass Micro-Stent, NGENUITY, the new ORA System with VerifEYE Lynk and the new AcrySof toric IOL online calculator, which incorporates the Barrett Algorithm.
Booth #2808
www.alcon.com

Allergan
Allergan is a global pharmaceutical company focused on developing, manufacturing and commercializing innovative branded pharmaceutical products for patients around the world. The company has approximately 30,000 employees worldwide and maintains global headquarters in Dublin, Ireland.
Booth #1408
www.allergan.com

Bausch + Lomb
During AAO 2016, Bausch + Lomb will showcase its portfolio of pharmaceuticals, IOLs, surgical devices and equipment. Attendees are invited to visit the company’s booth where, for the first time at AAO, surgeons can participate in a wet lab and try the company’s technologies, including the Stellaris PC, the Synergetics line of retinal products and the iSert preloaded IOL injector system.
Booth #3026
www.bausch.com

Beaver-Visitec
Beaver-Visitec International, a single-use products surgical company, is dedicated to all ophthalmic specialties. With over 80 years of experience, BVI brings together many well-known ophthalmic brands: Beaver microsurgical blades, Visitec I-Ring, cannulas and instruments, Merocel ophthalmic fluid management, Wet-Field electrosurgery, Parasol punctal occluders and Endo Optiks microendoscopy.
Booth #2515
www.beaver-visitec.com

Brevium
Brevium produces software that helps practices reactivate lost and overdue patients. Brevium, which can be customized to ophthalmology and optometry, finds patients by searching through a practice management system’s database and analyzing information such as recalls, visit history and claims data.
Booth #4246
www.brevium.com

BSM Consulting
With over 35 years of eye care-specific experience, BSM Consulting helps clients manage the financial, operational and strategic challenges of a dramatically changing health care market. BSM has earned an international reputation as a trusted consulting team by consistently offering a proven menu of online training, certification and consulting services.
Booth #218
www.bsmconsulting.com

Cassini
Cassini Total Corneal Astigmatism uses a point-to-point LED ray tracing technology that allows cataract surgeons to better understand the corneal properties of their patients. At ASCRS in May, Elizabeth Yeu, MD, presented findings showing the TCA had 94% accuracy within 0.5 D and 74% accuracy within 0.25 D of postoperative manifest refractive cylinder.
Booth #962
www.cassinitca.com

Clarity
Clarity Medical Systems Inc. develops and manufactures disruptive medical systems for improving surgical eye care. Clarity’s technology platform, the HOLOS IntraOp wavefront aberrometer, is a continuous real-time intraoperative aberrometer that allows surgeons to optimize cataract surgery and IOL selection to help improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Booth #2335
www.holos.com

Compulink OneTab EHR
With 31 years of experience in ophthalmology, Compulink offers an enterprise-proven, all-in-one database solution for EHR, practice management, optical, ASC, patient engagement, marketing, telemedicine and RCM. Compulink is MACRA-ready with a one-hour support response guarantee. It is used by ophthalmologists across the nation.
Booth #1435
www.compulinkadvantage.com

Diopsys
Join Diopsys at AAO 2016 for several educational events on the application of visual electrophysiology in clinical practice. Learn how ERG and VEP test results provide objective, functional information to help detect disease earlier and manage patient care. RSVP at its website or booth.
Booth #1471
www.diopsys.com/AAO

Eye Care Leaders
Eye Care Leaders brings together eye-care’s technology and solution companies, giving clients access to everything they need in one place to improve their practice. ECL cultivates long-term, high-value relationships with clients exclusively in the eye-care space. Stop by the company’s booth to learn more.
Booth #1935
www.eyecareleaders.com

Eye Photo Systems
Eye Photo Systems enable eye-care professionals to achieve more from slit lamp imaging. Beyond producing high-quality images with point-and-shoot simplicity, its unique image analysis software gives the practitioner practical, objective measurements that provide hard numbers for clinical records and research analysis. In collaboration with Robert H. Osher, MD, EPS designed a toric alignment application for its slit lamp imaging system.
Booth #1846
www.eyephotosystems.com

FCI Ophthalmics
Live demonstrations of Kitaro cataract lab kits will be available at AAO. Other featured items will include the OphtaCath balloon catheter, Masterka, the monocanalicular “pushed” self-retaining nasolacrimal duct stent, and the new StopLoss Jones Tubes. Snug Plugs, Morcher CTRs, orbital implants, and other lacrimal stents and tubes will also be displayed.
Booth #1050
www.fci-ophthalmics.com

Haag-Streit Group
Haag-Streit has been providing medical equipment to ophthalmologists for more than 150 years. This experience is used to develop, design and produce medical instruments that emphasize usability and functionality. Haag-Streit product lines displayed at AAO will include Reliance chairs and instrument stands, slit lamps, Octopus perimeters, LENSTAR biometers and surgical microscopes.
Booth #2319
www.haag-streit.com

Icare Icare is an advanced medical technology company that manufactures Icare tonometers. The unique, patented rebound technology enables a quick and painless measurement without anesthetic drops or calibration. The Icare is accurate and consistent in the hands of all skill levels with over 40,000 users worldwide. The company will display their new Icare ic100.
Booth #2762
www.icare-USA.com

Insight Instruments Inc.
Insight Instruments Inc. has been providing vitreoretinal surgical products worldwide for over 20 years. Products include the Super View Wide Angle Viewing System, the customizable Hassan-Tornambe disposable contact lens, for use with the Super View, and the new Super View Pivot vitreoretinal surgical viewing system, for use with the Super View and BIOM systems.
Booth #4408
www.insightinstruments.com

IV Free
The IV Free MKO Melt is a conscious- sedation compounded formulation that can be administered under the tongue; it dissolves within two to five minutes. The noninvasive sedation method can provide consistent dosing and improve efficiencies in pre- and postoperative procedure time. The MKO Melt is compounded by a pharmacist, and its formulation can be customized.
Booth #362
www.IVFree.com

Katena
This year, Katena introduced a new, full-range of single-use and reusable ophthalmic lenses. Featured products at AAO include instruments for current and emerging ophthalmic techniques and procedures, amniotic membrane for in-office and surgical procedures, Tutoplast patch allografts and the Molteno3 glaucoma implant.
Booth #3833
www.katena.com

Leica Microsystems
Leica’s new products include the Proveo 8 ophthalmic surgical microscope, used for both anterior and posterior surgery, the EnFocus intrasurgical OCT system and the IOLcompass Pro, a software-based guidance system for positioning premium IOLs. Leica Microsystems’ focus is to support surgeons and their patients with high-quality, innovative surgical microscope technology.
Booth #4003
www.leica-microsystems.com

MacuLogix Inc.
The AdaptDx dark adaptometer helps prevent significant vision loss by providing early signs of functional impairment associated with AMD and other macular dystrophies. There is a rapid protocol for quick assessment and an extended protocol to benchmark impairment. This sensitive functional test helps practices track AMD progression to initiate treatments at the earliest possible time and preserve vision.
Booth #1574
www.maculogix.com

Marco
Marco’s new offerings for this year include ION Imaging, a slit lamp attachment for anterior segment imaging, and the HandyRef-K portable handheld autorefractor. Classical lane equipment includes chairs and stands, ULTRA slit lamps, imaging systems, lens sets and accessories. Automated diagnostics include lens meters, keratometers, tonometers, refraction systems, corneal analyzers/wavefront aberrometers and refractive workstations. All automation integrates with EMR.
Booth #2326
www.marco.com

Modernizing Medicine
Modernizing Medicine and its affiliated companies are improving how healthcare information is created, consumed and utilized to increase efficiency and enhance outcomes. The company’s specialty-specific, data-driven and cloud-based suite includes EHR and practice management systems, plus revenue cycle management services and analytics. Built by specialty physicians.
Booth #4017
www.modmed.com

Nidek
Nidek offers a wide array of diagnostic and surgical equipment designed with simplicity, functionality and reliability to assist you with your patients’ anterior and posterior disorders or diseases, including glaucoma, AMD, visual function and other vision-impairing afflictions. Nidek’s devotion to quality, service and value is reflected by its commitment to new technologies ­— expanding the boundaries of vision science.
Booth #3836
http://usa.nidek.com

NovaBay Pharmaceuticals
NovaBay Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a development and commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company developing proprietary and patented technologies. Avenova with Neutrox can be used as part of any lid hygiene regimen for MGD, dry eye, blepharitis (including Demodex), contact lens wear, ocular surgery and procedures and after make-up removal.
Booth #565
www.avenova.com

Ocular Instruments
Ocular Instruments’ Max360 series of rotating ring lenses is the latest product in the company’s 50-year history. The lenses are designed for maximum comfort, and their ability to rotate a full 360 degrees in both directions gives physicians an extra level of precision while operating.
Booth #2719
www.ocularinc.com

Oculus
For more than 115 years, Oculus has been a partner with eye-care professionals. Oculus develops and manufactures sophisticated, high-quality instruments and supports its customers with excellent service and training. The new Pentacam AXL with axial length measurement and built-in IOL calculation formulas will be on display.
Booth #3844
www.oculususa.com

OCuSOFT
For 30 years OCuSOFT, most recognized for its doctor-recommended brand of eyelid cleansers, has served the ophthalmic community with a unique selection of brands, including OCuSOFT lid scrub for eyelid hygiene, OCuSOFT HypoChlor for severe eyelid conditions and Retaine MGD for complete tear film enhancement.
Booth #3856
www.ocusoft.com

Oertli Instruments
For over 60 years Oertli has been developing, producing and selling equipment for cataract, glaucoma and vitreoretinal surgeries, enabling surgeons and OR staff to perform procedures in an easier, safer and more efficient way, achieving better results for the patient. Oertli will present its new Membrane FEELceps product range and the latest features of its OS4 surgery platform.
Booth #4233
www.oertli-instruments.com

Omeros
Omeros is a Seattle-based biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing and commercializing small-molecule and protein therapeutics. Its first FDA-approved product is Omidria (phenylephrine and ketorolac injection) 1%/0.3% for use during lens replacement surgery. Omeros’ pipeline includes five clinical-stage programs, a diverse group of preclinical programs, and additional drug-development platforms.
Booth #4536
www.omeros.com

Optos Inc.
Optos develops retinal imaging and analysis tools for ophthalmologists, such as its optomap. Over 350 peer-reviewed studies confirm that optomap’s ultra-widefield imaging helps doctors more effectively detect and treat retinal pathology. Optomap helps doctors by changing ophthalmic practice flow.
Booth #3355
www.optos.com

Optovue
Optovue introduced optical coherence tomography to the ophthalmology market in 2006 and now has more than 9,000 systems installed worldwide. In 2014, the AngioVue Imaging system was introduced outside the U.S. as the world’s first system capable of visualizing blood flow, giving physicians the ability to more closely manage debilitating diseases that lead to blindness.
Booth #944
www.optovue.com

Paragon BioTeck, Inc.
Paragon BioTeck specializes in ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, devices and therapies. Designed to protect and preserve eyesight, as well as comfort the eyes, its products include the Comfortear Lacrisolve 180 absorbable punctum plug, Comfortear punctum plug, the preservative-free ilast lid hygiene system and the first FDA-approved phenylephrine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, available in 2.5% and 10% solutions.
Booth #3263
www.paragonbioteck.com

Pelion Surgical
Pelion Surgical offers an extensive line of hand-held surgical instruments including Metico diamond knives and titanium and stainless steel scissors. Pelion Surgical is a reliable source for disposable cannulas, knives as well as pharmaceuticals and medical office supplies. Annual AAO-only discounting available.
Booth #2500
www.pelionsurgical.com

PRN
PRN Dry Eye Omega Benefits are an omega-3 dietary supplement designed to help address dry eye symptoms and promote ocular surface health. A 105-person prospective study published in Cornea links re-esterified omega-3 fatty acids with improvements in dry eye-related symptom scores.
Booth #334
www.prnomegahealth.com

Reichert Technologies
Reichert focuses on eye-care devices for tonometry and refraction, with products like Tono-Pen and Phoroptor. Reichert’s Ocular Response Analyzer G3 measures corneal hysteresis, shown to be a more effective predictor of glaucoma progression. Learn about corneal hysteresis and CPT Code 92145.
Booth #1020
www.reichert.com

Science Based Health
Learn about SBH’s evidence-based nutraceuticals and practice-building programs. Featured products include HydroEye, clinically shown to relieve dry eye, MacularProtect Complete AREDS2 + multinutrient formula and OcularProtect, a robust eye-body multinutrient. Come to the booth for a free 60-day supply of HydroEye.
Booth #2332
www.sbh.com

Shire
Shire specializes in global biotechnology and is focused on serving people with rare diseases and other highly specialized conditions. This summer, the FDA approved Xiidra, a twice-daily eyedrop solution to treat the signs and symptoms of dry eye in adults. Xiidra will launch in the United States during the third quarter of this year.
Booth #965
www.shire.com

Topcon Medical Systems, Inc.
Topcon will present an array of innovative ophthalmic products, including the new 3D OCT-1 Maestro, a fully automated space-saving Spectral Domain OCT, the PASCAL Pattern Scanning Laser system and the DRI OCT-1 Triton Swept Source OCT with angiography.
Booth #3144
www.topconmedical.com

TTI Medical
TTI Medical specializes in HD video and digital camera upgrades for surgical microscopes and ophthalmic slit lamps. TTI has served the ophthalmic community for over 30 years; its products are proudly made in the United States.
Booth #1500
www.ttimedical.com

Vision Associates
Vision Associates offers turnkey, customizable dispensary management and consulting services that allow eye-care practices to increase the efficiency and profitability of their dispensary. Vision’s program includes inventory management; lab facility integration; feasibility studies; staff training and supervision; third-party insurance; point-of-sale software and internal marketing.
Booth #3158
www.visassoc.com

Vitreq
Vitreq designs and creates instruments for the ophthalmic community with a special focus on vitreoretinal surgery. Drawing on many years’ experience, along with collaborative efforts with world-class surgeons, Vitreq develops new and innovative, next-generation solutions to enhance performance and support advanced surgical techniques.
Booth #1777
www.vitreq.com

Zeiss
Zeiss offers thorough solutions to diagnose, manage and treat ophthalmic disease. The comprehensive Zeiss portfolio is intended to meet the demands of eye-care professionals in glaucoma, retina, comprehensive, cataract and refractive specialties. With additional solutions in data management, Zeiss products are designed to help physicians optimize their level of patient care.
Booth #3826
www.zeiss.com

Ziemer Ophthalmics
Ziemer Ophthalmics produces refractive diagnostic and surgical products with specialized features, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency. The FEMTO LDV lasers and Galilei topographer/tomographer offer precise, accurate results in order to benefit users while meeting Ziemer’s high standards of quality.
Booth #1445
www.ziemerusa.com