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Ophthalmologists support efforts to reduce surgical waste, survey says
Ophthalmologists largely support efforts to decrease surgical waste, according to a study published in the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery. -
10 stats on ophthalmology compensation, debt, net worth & more
Medscape released its "Physician Compensation Report 2020" and its "Physician Debt & Net Worth Report 2020," offering a comprehensive picture of physician finances. -
Ranking Arizona names Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center as No. 1
Ranking Arizona ranked the top ophthalmology groups in the state, with Phoenix-based Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center taking the top spot. -
EyePoint adds chief strategic scientific officer
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals appointed Jay Duker, MD, to serve as the company's chief strategic scientific officer. -
Texas eye practice opens
Shaam Mahasneh, MD, opened Advanced Eye and Laser Center of Mansfield (Texas), bringing her ophthalmology skills to the Mansfield community. -
AAO to launch open-access journal
The American Academy of Ophthalmology plans to launch Ophthalmology Science, an open-access journal, in 2021. -
VisionCare names industry veteran as CEO
Ophthalmology devicemaker VisionCare named industry veteran Thomas Ruggia as its CEO, effective July 6. -
COVID-19 pandemic could change ophthalmology training permanently, survey says
Ophthalmology trainees said the COVID-19 pandemic allowed some previously unexplored technological solutions to be embraced in whole, according to a survey reported on by Physician's Weekly. -
Colorado Eye Institute performs new glaucoma treatment
Colorado Springs-based Colorado Eye Institute successfully used Durysta, a tiny pellet that when injected into the eye releases glaucoma-treating medication over the course of a month, The Gazette reports. -
COVID-19-related delays could result in increased vision loss among patients
Patients delaying care as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic could lead to an increase in severe vision loss cases, according to a study from the United Kingdom, reported on by Ophthalmology Times. -
3 stats on ophthalmologist net worth, lifestyle
Medscape released its "Physician Debt & Net Worth Report" offering insights into clinician salaries and debt loads. -
Car hits eye surgery center, injures nurse
A car accidentally drove into Eye Surgery Center of Georgia in Sandy Springs, injuring a nurse June 26, Patch reports. -
Eye surgeon charged in $637,200 COVID-19 loan fraud scheme: 6 details
A New York eye surgeon has been indicted, accused of fraudulently accepting two Paycheck Protection Program loans associated with COVID-19 relief for which he was ineligible, according to a news release from The U.S. Department of Justice Southern District of New York. -
Arizona eye practice begins using light-adjusted lens
Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Horizon Eye Specialists & Lasik Center is now using the light-adjusted lens implant, which improves the likelihood patients achieve 20/20 vision after cataract surgery. -
PE-backed platform acquires Arizona Eye Institute — 3 insights
Private equity-backed EyeCare Partners acquired Sun City-based Arizona Eye Institute & Cosmetic Laser Center and its three locations and surgery center. -
Opinion: Office-based ASCs offer advantages during the pandemic
Office-based ASCs provide the ability to closely manage factors that are especially important due to COVID-19, including infection control, schedule density and patient experience, according to Lance Kugler, MD. -
Austin Eye to open additional location with ASC
Austin Eye is opening a location in Rollingwood, Texas, that'll feature surgical services, Community Impact reports. -
Vision Group Holdings filed for bankruptcy first — could more be next? Insights from Provident experts
West Palm Beach, Fla.-based and private equity-backed Vision Group Holdings said the COVID-19 pandemic worsened its financial issues when it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy at the beginning of June. As the ramifications of the virus continue to make themselves known, will this be a one-time occurrence or the beginning of a chain of similar filings? -
NYU Langone Health names ophthalmology chair
New York City-based NYU Langone Health appointed Kathryn Colby, MD, PhD, chair of the ophthalmology department. -
Minnesota ophthalmology practice donates tablets to senior care facilities
Mankato, Minn.-based Ophthalmology Associates purchased and donated 130 tablets to the Greater Mankato Area United Way foundation to help seniors fight loneliness.
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