Ocular allergy and dry eye
Ocular allergy represents a group of hypersensitivity disorders that primarily affects the conjunctiva.
Prof James Wolffsohn4 min read
Ophthalmology Comment
Microblepharon exfoliation to improve CL comfort
Contact lens wear is associated with discomfort. This presents a real problem for wearers, practitioners and industry as discomfort is one of the main reasons for contact lens wearers to drop out of lens wear.
Sowjanya Siddireddy et al3 min read
Cataract surgery and dry eye
Cataract surgery is one of the most common elective surgical procedures performed worldwide. Advancements with surgical instrumentation and lens implant technology have made it increasingly popular as a treatment for both visual rehabilitation and refractive correction. Patient expectations have nev
Dr Stuart Carroll4 min read
Dry eye and autologous serum?
The tear film and ocular surface are extremely complex, with tear film playing a vital role in maintaining ocular surface health. Not only does it provide lubrication but also many neuropeptides, vitamins and growth factors essential for the health of the corneal epithelium. Given the complexity of
Dr Nick Mantell7 min read
SOVS Advancing clinical practice
After the welcome and mihi, Jack Phu from the Centre for Eye Health in Sydney opened this year’s University of Auckland School of Optometry and Vision Science (SOVS) conference with a talk on reconciling structure and function in disease diagnosis.
Dr Rebecca Findlay4 min read
Disabled at heart of new funding model
A new disability support system, including a new funding model, will be trialled from 1 October in the MidCentral District Health Board (DHB).The new Enabling Good Lives (EGL) initiative shifts the
Heather Douglas7 min read
Clareon comes to Tauranga
Since the recent launch of Alcon’s world-first AutonoMe preloaded IOL delivery system with the Clareon intraocular lens (IOL) in Sydney, several ophthalmologists at Tauranga Eye Specialists have been accredited to use the device.
Dr Andrew Thompson2 min read
Practice intelligence: What gets measured, gets done
Today’s practice owner has access to more information and insights into how the practice is performing than ever before. With a focused approach, you will be able to monitor key metrics delivering improved results.
Robert Springer4 min read
Antiparasitic efficacy of eyelid cleansers for Demodex blepharitis
Ocular surface infestation with Demodex mites is recognised as a significant risk factor for the development of chronic blepharitis. Although 50% tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) is currently the
Dr Michael Wang and A/Prof Jennifer Craig8 min read
Amniotic membrane for dry eye?
A study published in Clinical Ophthalmology suggests a single application of self-retained cryopreserved amniotic membrane (CAM) can speed corneal surface recovery and help reduce symptoms of dry eye
Staff reporters3 min read
Out and about
Like most folk I always regarded walking from A to B as a fairly mundane but pleasant way of getting around, until recently. Now, sadly it’s a combination of challenge, risk and bloody nuisance, brought about by sight loss and relocating to Auckland.
Trevor Plumbly3 min read
AMD stem cell trials and big data
Phase I clinical study of an embryonic stem cell–derived retinal pigment epithelium patch; Transplantation of human embryonic stem cell-derived retinal pigment epithelial cells in macular degeneration; The 2016 American Academy of Ophthalmology IRIS registry database
Dr Leo Sheck6 min read