Michelle Stephenson

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Articles

A Look Down the Premium IOL Pipeline

6 days ago | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

Premium IOLs have improved patients’ ability to see clearly at all distances, and patient satisfaction with these lenses is high. Several new premium IOLs currently under study have shown promise and may soon be added to surgeons’ armamentarium. Figure 1. The Galaxy IOL by Rayner was designed by AI.
Master Reef Guides

1 month ago | tdisdi.com | Michelle Stephenson |Joan García

Master Reef GuidesArticle by Michelle StephensonThe Master Reef Guide program is one of the most progressive initiatives spearheaded by the Australian Government to protect coral reef systems. Established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA), Association of Marine Park Tourism Operators and Tourism and Events Queensland and is the first of its kind for the Reef. This initiative combines cutting-edge science with tourism leadership to foster a new generation of reef ambassadors.
Current Therapies for PVR

1 month ago | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

Proliferative vitreoretinopathy is the main cause of failure after retinal detachment surgery. “There is going to be some proliferation in all cases of retinal detachment. It’s a matter of whether it’s so excessive that it causes enough harm to frustrate the success of the surgery,” says William Smiddy, MD, in practice at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. When PVR does occur, it has traditionally been treated surgically. According to Jennifer Lim, MD, in practice at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
SMILE Procedures: How to Get the Best Results

Feb 13, 2025 | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

Proponents of small incision lenticule extraction say that it offers several benefits compared to LASIK. But in order to realize these benefits, it takes the right techniques and approach to surgery. Here, expert SMILE surgeons share their favorite techniques and pearls that you can use to get the most from this procedure. SMILE’s Purported BenefitsFirst, SMILE fans say, the procedure is less invasive when compared to LASIK because no corneal flap is made.
Transplant Techniques in the Pipeline

Nov 10, 2024 | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

In recent years, endothelial transplant methods have replaced penetrating keratoplasty for the treatment of Fuchs’ endothelial dystrophy, and several new transplant techniques are currently in the pipeline. The hope is that these new techniques will have a global impact. “In the United States, we’re very fortunate. We have an excellent eye banking system; we don’t have tissue shortages. The rest of the world is a different story,” says Kathryn Colby, MD, PhD, the Elisabeth J.
Treating Wet AMD Patients Who Also Have GA

Aug 10, 2024 | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

If patients have both wet age-related macular degeneration and geographic atrophy, the wet AMD almost always needs to be treated because it can significantly affect vision. Whether or not the GA requires treatment and whether it should be treated concurrently with wet AMD treatment depends on several factors. Here, retina experts explain how they approach these cases.
New Approaches to the Cataract Drug Protocol

Jul 11, 2024 | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

Medication non-compliance is one of the biggest obstacles to a successful cataract surgery outcome. Additionally, the required drops are pricey for patients. For these reasons, some surgeons are turning to dropless and less-drops protocols after cataract surgery. Here, physicians who have adopted these strategies detail how they make them work in their practices. The RationaleAccording to Neal Shorstein, MD, who is in practice in Oakland,California, patient compliance is a significant problem.
Krause House Airdrop Guide Unveiled

Jun 12, 2024 | medium.com | Michelle Stephenson

Start: The world of crypto is buzzing with excitement over the concept of airdrops. For those unfamiliar, airdrops are a way for cryptocurrency projects to distribute tokens to a large number of wallets in a short period. If you're looking to maximize your earnings through airdrops, especially in the realm of Krause House, this ultimate guide is tailored just for you.
Treating Floaters: The Pros, Cons and Techniques

May 10, 2024 | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

Floaters are a common complaint of patients of all ages, often caused by myopia in younger patients, and posterior vitreous detachment in older people. Until recently, vitreous floaters weren’t viewed as something to be treated, and patients just had to cope with them as best as they could. Here, retina specialists discuss the sometimes controversial topic of actually treating these annoying, but sometimes debilitating, opacities.
A Closer Look at Same-Day Surgery

May 10, 2024 | reviewofophthalmology.com | Michelle Stephenson

While the current sequential approach to cataract surgery is still the standard, the emergence of same-day, bilateral cataract surgery has sparked considerable interest, raising questions about its efficacy, safety and overall patient outcomes.