Miami, Fla.-based Bascom Palmer Eye Institute has added Jonathan Tijerina, MD, as its first anterior segment chief resident, according to a Jan. 18 report from the Marshall News Messenger.

Here are 11 headlines in the ophthalmology space that Becker's has reported on since Nov. 16:

Jane Edmond, MD, has begun a one-year term as the 128th president of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. 

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Cincinnati earns $578,400, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Annapolis, Md.-based Vision Innovation Partners has added Bucks-Mont Eye Associates to its network of ophthalmology practices.

The average cost of an ophthalmologist visit is highest in Alaska and lowest in Iowa, according to recent data from insurance company Sidecar Health. 

The Charlottesville-based University of Virginia School of Medicine hastapped Albert Jun, MD, PhD, as its new chair of the department of ophthalmology effective May 6. 

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Las Vegas earns $604,700, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Atlanta-based EyeSouth Partners has made its ninth affiliation in Florida through a partnership with Atlantic Eye Institute.

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Atlanta earns $884,700, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Seattle earns $726,400, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Troy, Mich.-based Clear Vision Center has become the first office-based surgery center in the state to earn a Quad A accreditation. 

Joshua Ong, MD, was named to Forbes' Healthcare "30 Under 30" list for 2024. 

Integrated eyecare platform Eye Health America has partnered with Venice, Fla.-based Medical, Laser, & Surgical Care of Vision and Eye Diseases, marking its 23rd partnership since 2018. 

Las Vegas is the best-paying state for ophthalmologists regardless of experience level or practice setting, according to Medscape's Salary Explorer.

Stamford, Conn.-based ReFocus Eye Health has partnered with Washington Eye Institute.

Westwood, Mass.-based Corza Medical has opened a new Ophthalmology Center of Technology and Innovation in Fenton, Mo., designed to advance the development of devices for ophthalmic surgeries and eye treatments.

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Denver earns $627,600, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Boston earns $640,300, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Cleveland Clinic has partnered with London-based Moorfields Private Eye Hospital to open a new outpatient center in the heart of London.