• Glaucoma: Comparison of Optic Nerve Imaging Technologies

    Glaucoma: Comparison of Optic Nerve Imaging Technologies

    For glaucoma, new imaging technologies continue to improve and enhance our ability to diagnose and manage this disease. While for most practices obtaining all of these devices would be financially prohibitive, many can justify owning at least one or two of them. This article reviews the current options and offers advice as to which are the most reasonable for a new practice to obtain. read more
  • Ten Years of Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty

    Ten Years of Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty

    This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the FDA approval of selective laser trabeculoplasty, or SLT, in the treatment of open-angle glaucoma. The technology was developed and first introduced to the market by Lumenis® Ltd. in 1999. This article presents some of the unique aspects of SLT, along with observations from years of experience from the world’s leading experts in the procedure. read more
  • Stories from the ER

    Stories from the ER

    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute emergency is a unique experience for any resident, fellow, or even attending physician to experience. Due to its reputation and location in a densely populated area, there can easily be over a hundred visits every day. Its geographic location enables many patients to come to the ER literally moments after passing immigrations, some of whom have not had access to ophthalmic care for decades. My favorite cases, however, were from local young men who unfortunately had poor judgment. read more
  • Webinar: Why You Need a Slit Lamp Camera

    Webinar: Why You Need a Slit Lamp Camera

    Slit Lamp Imaging: The benefits of photographic documentation and why this technology can be useful for all ophthalmic specialties. read more
  • Video Interview: The KAMRA Presbyopia Inlay

    Video Interview: The KAMRA Presbyopia Inlay

    Dr. Goldman interviews George Waring IV about the KAMRA presbyopia inlay. Working on the presence of a small aperture, this pinhole effect allows a greater depth of focus. Building on previous generations of corneal inlays, the KAMRA inlay is developed with thousands of pores to allow adequate nutrition and hydration of the cornea. By being placed under a corneal flap or pocket, it has not shown to have any late onset decentration. Removal, if required, has not resulted in any loss of best corrected visual acuity. read more