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New CME Activity: Rethinking Ocular Antiinfectives, Issue I

Recent work has challenged conventional thinking about the meaning and determinants of antibiotic potency in the ocular situation. In addition, the presence of new topical antibiotic formulations with properties different from other drugs in the class, changes the options available to physicians. By being made aware of these findings, ophthalmologists will be better able to evaluate new medications and select optimal antibiotic agents, especially for surgical prophylaxis.

Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery

By Wendy W. Lee, M.D., M.S.
Femtosecond laser is an exciting new technology originally FDA approved for use in refractive surgery. The FDA has now expanded the indications to include ‘cuts’ in the cornea, including vertical and lamellar cuts. The possibilities for use now include but are not limited to femtosecond keratoplasty, astigmatic keratoplasty, and Intacs for keratoconus.

Cataract Surgery Femtosecond Lasers

Ophthalmic Surgery Blades and Knives: Beaver Blades; Cataract and Keratome Blades; Diamond Knife / Diamond Knives; Groove Knives; Hydrolic Keratomes; Implant Blades and Knives; Microkeratomes; Mini Blades; Ophthalmic Surgical Knives; Slit Blades; Slit Knives; Stab Blades and Knives; Surgical Blade Handle; Tunnel Knives; Tunnel Blades

Phacoemulsification Surgery: Absorbing Products; Capsular Tension Rings; Capsule Scraper and Polisher; Capsulorhexis (Capsulorrhexis) Forceps; Cataract Surgery Instruments Set; Cortex Extractors; Cystotome Needles; Drapes and Fluid Collection; Fixation Rings; Fluid Administration; Geuder Injectors; Hydrodissection Cannula; Intraocular Lens (IOL) Inserters; Intraocular Lens Manipulators; Intraocular Lenses (IOL); Intraocular Pressure Reducer; Iris Hooks and Retractors; Irrigating Vectis; Irrigation Cannula; Irrigation Solutions; Irrigation/Aspiration Systems; Lens Vectus, Spoons, and Dividers; Nucleus Dividers; Phacoemulsification Systems; Safety Knives; Surgical Glides; Trypan Blue Capsulorhexis Stains; Viscosurgical Devices (Viscoelastics); VR Ophthalmosurgical Training

Post-Operative Care: Artificial Tears and Ointments; Eye Bandages; Eye Shields

Pre-Operative Testing: 3D Arc Scanners; A-Scan Ultrasound Devices; B-Scan Ultrasound Devices; Contrast Sensitivity Tests; Glare Testing; Optical Biometers; Pachymeters (Pachometers); Tear Volume Testing; Ultrasound Biomicroscope (UBM); Visual Acuity Test

YAG Laser: YAG Laser and Green Combination Laser; YAG Laser and SLT (Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty); YAG Laser Capsulotomy System; YAG Laser Trabeculotomy and Capsulotomy

News

8/26/2010

Kowa Optimed Announces Ronald Kaiser As Vice President Of Medical Sales

Kowa Optimed, Inc., a leading innovator of integrated ophthalmic diagnostic systems, has named Ronald Kaiser as its newly appointed Vice President of Medical Sales effective September 1st, 2010. A well-accomplished writer and lecturer, bringing over 36 years of experience in the Medical/ Ophthalmic field, Kaiser is ideally suited to lead Kowa Optimed's medical sales team, as well as directly contribute to the company's overall growth. Kaiser most recently served as the National Sales and Marketing Manager at Canon U.S.A. Inc., where he was responsible for Sales activities in the USA, Latin America and Canada as well as new product development projects and new business opportunities.

Source: Kowa Optimed, Inc.