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Eyecare experts share cases demonstrating how they’ve utilized advanced diagnostics to illuminate complex ophthalmic conditions

Coming to a diagnosis is typically a process of iteratively collating information to build a clear picture of the underlying pathology; however, sometimes the answer is found in one particularly illuminating modality that divulges the key identifier hidden everywhere else. In this session, experts share complex ophthalmic cases, the game-breaking images that helped them reach the correct diagnosis—and insights to take into your own practice.

How collaboration between ophthalmology and optometry can lead to more effective glaucoma management and care

For around 12 years, Shalini Sood, MD, managed every patient presenting to her Cole Eye Institute practice alone. However, two years ago, she felt change was needed. “My practice is very mature—some patients I’ve seen since it began,” she explains. “But patients often need to see us 2–4 times per year, which can put a heavy load on our clinics. Facing this challenge, we took the step of integrating an optometrist within my practice.”

In this session, Dr. Sood teams up with Danica Marrelli, OD, FAAO, Dipl. Glaucoma Section AAO, Dipl. ABO; Director of the Ocular Diagnostic and Medical Eye Service at the University of Houston’s College of Optometry, to share case studies with Michael Boland, MD, PhD, that highlight how this collaboration—alongside Glaucoma Workspace—can benefit glaucoma practitioners and patients alike.

New optometrists are facing a rapidly changing treatment landscape, we've curated a collection of cheat sheets to make delivering high-quality care more efficient.

Annual meeting of cataract and refractive surgeons kicks off in the nation’s capital with focus on developments in surgical devices and IOLs.

Clinicians emphasize over-the-counter options as a first-line treatment for ocular surface disease during Bausch + Lomb’s one-day consumer summit.

Corneal CXL therapy was approved in October 2025 as the first topical drug not requiring removal of the corneal epithelium for keratoconus treatment.

Dr. Brandon Ayres, MD, and Julie Schallhorn, MD, MS, discuss optimizing astigmatism management in cataract surgery with VERACITY Surgery Planner.

Drs. Amir Moarefi, MD, Sima Tabanfar, OD, and Tiffany Tseng, OD, highlight the benefits of SMILE, a minimally invasive eye surgery. It offers quicker recovery and fewer complications than LASIK, making it ideal for active patients. Studies show it achieves similar visual outcomes while reducing dry eye symptoms.

Drs. Brandon Ayres, MD; Julie Schallhorn, MD, MS; Amir Moarefi, MD; Tiffany Tseng, OD; and Sima Tabanfar, OD discuss complex SMILE cases and lessons learned.

Sit down with Dr. De Rojas as he discusses the current and future impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in ophthalmology and how he uses AI in his practice.

Optometrist salaries vary widely depending on state, setting, experience, and even gender. Use this calculator and the information from our most recent surveys to learn more about the factors influencing how much you make, and see where your salary ranks.

This guide reviews how optometrists can ensure electronic health records (EHRs) comply with updated information blocking rules, with helpful tools to get started.