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    ➤ Phase 2 trial with experimental geographic atrophy treatment shows preservation of visual function ➤ AI-enabled screening system receives FDA clearance ➤ Enrollment complete for study evaluating investigational first-line therapy for DME ➤ Updates from two retinitis pigmentosa trials ➤ ASCRS news and events

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    • News of the week: Phase 2 trial for geographic atrophy treatment shows preservation of visual function, AI-enabled screening system receives FDA clearance, updates from retinitis pigmentosa trials, and more. Read all about it in EyeWorld Weekly https://t.co/ubO2xkHmiT https://t.co/MseZOYgJ2g

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    Amniotic membrane, in its various forms, has several ophthalmic applications, but it is also, at times, being marketed for indications that don’t have a lot of evidence in the scientific literature and/or that have other proven alternatives. Two ophthalmologists shared their experiences in this area.

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    • Amniotic membrane: when it’s useful vs. overused. Kourtney Houser, MD, and John Hovanesian, MD, weigh in https://t.co/Jaz1WXLfRu #EyeWorldMagazine https://t.co/MdYPOdErP4

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    When preparing for second eye cataract surgery, there are a couple of primary factors to consider. Two ophthalmologists who have studied how patient perceptions differ between the first and second procedures talked about what they found and how to discuss this with patients.

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    • There are several factors to think about when it comes to cataract surgery on the second eye, including patient perception. Read the perspectives of Rosa Braga-Mele, MD, and Brenton Finklea, MD https://t.co/Fk0puQvf4D #EyeWorldMagazine https://t.co/IwRAoUGMLl

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    The options and strategies for mixing and matching IOLs have evolved over time. Two surgeons discussed their approaches for using different lenses to help give patients the best outcomes.

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    • Mixing and matching IOLs as a refractive technique continues to evolve with new IOL innovations and capabilities. Cullen Ryburn, MD, and Blake Williamson, MD, share their experience in this #EyeWorldMagazine article https://t.co/pdlg6ALVWz https://t.co/NBOhxQiEnR

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    The ASCRS Foundation announced that Helena Ndume, MD, is the recipient of the 2023 ASCRS Foundation Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award. The Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award is endowed by a generous gift from David and Victoria Chang to celebrate and honor outstanding humanitarian work with an emphasis on cataract blindness and disability.

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    • Helena Ndume, MD, was awarded with the 2023 Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award at the ASCRS Annual Meeting earlier this month. Read her story in #EyeWorldMagazine https://t.co/2zhPYe5Fdl #ASCRS2023 https://t.co/583LzGhN4b

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    Emmett Carpel, MD, was selected for the 2023 ASCRS Educator Award for his five decades of teaching excellence in the Minnesota Twin Cities area. Dr. Carpel’s commitment to education of future generations began early in his career.

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    • Emmett Carpel, MD, was honored with the ASCRS Educator Award at #ASCRS2023. Read about his career and commitment to teaching excellence in #EyeWorldMagazine https://t.co/COY8nF2GfW https://t.co/EY8jxaP15x

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    As advanced-technology IOLs have become more mainstream and more enter the market, surgeons have refined their understanding and use of these. The EyeWorld

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    • As advanced-technology IOLs become more mainstream and new options enter the market, there is a refined understanding and use of these implants and calculation formulas for them. Learn more https://t.co/rUuWicTFfG #EyeWorldMagazine https://t.co/5YX4yEbDwf

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    There will be several featured Government Relations activities at the ASCRS Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, including the eyePAC Reception on May 5 and the Government Relations symposium featuring political analyst and journalist Mark McKinnon on May 6.

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    • ASCRS Government Relations will be represented at the upcoming ASCRS Annual Meeting this weekend. Read about the events https://t.co/0FAopDeatL #EyeWorldMagazine #ASCRS2023 #MakeWaves https://t.co/fWBZz5Bh3y

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    Over the last few years, new, tech-based options have joined traditional therapies for the treatment of amblyopia. All of the available options have their pros and cons, making patient selection especially important.

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    • EyeWorld Online Exclusive! Insights on amblyopia therapies https://t.co/P6dIHcO7OO. #EyeWorldMagazine https://t.co/JKO80OwTVa

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    The ASCRS Annual Meeting, taking place May 5–8 in San Diego, California, will feature a variety of exciting educational symposia on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.

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    • Preview alert! Symposia by day at the upcoming ASCRS Annual Meeting https://t.co/iOcsJJ2vTB. Will you be there? #ASCRS2023 #EyeWorldMagazine #MakeWaves https://t.co/vVt1zIGdvV