Ophthalmology

Two ophthalmology practices opened new centers and two surgeons reached surgical milestones in April.

Ophthalmology chain OCLI Vision is opening a new location in Woodbury, N.Y.

Bausch & Lomb launched an initial public offering for its eye care spinoff company, MarketWatch reported April 28.

San Jose, Calif.-based Laser Eye Center of Silicon Valley ophthalmologist Joseph Ling, MD, performed the Bay Area's first Evo intracorneal lens implantation to treat nearsightedness and astigmatism.

Here are five physicians in leadership positions in ophthalmology, from roles with scientific journals to professional organizations.

Researchers found a low correlation between patient satisfaction and provider satisfaction with anesthesia and perioperative comfort for eye surgery, according to a study published in Clinical Ophthalmology.

The Justice Department is suing eye care practice management company American Vision Partners and Phoenix-based Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center over alleged discrimination against patients in wheelchairs, the department said April 18. 

Nashville, Tenn.-based Vanderbilt Eye Institute opened its new clinic in Murfreesboro, Rutherford Source reported April 14.

Scott Perkins, MD, of Phoenix-based Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, is the first surgeon in the Southwest to implant the EVO Visian collamer lens.

From a settlement to a data breach, here are five essential updates for ophthalmology leaders: