Sheryl Stevenson, Eye Care Group Editorial Director

At EyeCon 2024, Analisa Arosemena, MD, discussed the shift away from traditional topical therapies towards more proactive management techniques, aiming to enhance patient outcomes in glaucoma care.

Three resident eye care providers—Khanh Huang, OD; Anupam Garg, MD, PhD; and Shail Patel, MD—were honored with the Visionary in Eye Care award at EyeCon 2024, which recognizes their achievements and contributions during their residency programs.

Adam S. Wenick, MD, PhD, discussed myopia interventions across the lifespan at EyeCon 2024, covering treatments, complications, and prevention strategies.

At EyeCon 2024, Dr. Adam S. Wenick led a symposium on geographic atrophy, covering diagnosis, FDA-approved treatments, and key clinician considerations through case presentations by Dr. Leonard Messner.

Peter J. McDonnell, MD, and Laura M. Periman, MD, discussed innovations in treating ocular surface conditions, emphasizing patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Kelly K. Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO, and A. Paul Chous, OD, MA, FAAO, co-chairs of EyeCon 2024, discussed the first day of the conference, which featured talks on thyroid eye disease, refractive technologies, and red flags in patient care.

Laura M. Periman, MD, honorary chair of EyeCon 2024, shares her passion for dry eye disease, discussing her discovery of the Alpenglow Sign in Demodex blepharitis and her insights on research and education for clinicians.

From surgeon to mentor: Smith fuels her commitment to improving glaucoma care by training future ophthalmologists.

Inder Paul Singh, MD, defines what it means to have an interventional mindset when it comes to glaucoma procedures and treatments during the Controversies in Modern Eye Care 2024 meeting.

CIME Cochair Neda Shamie, MD, gives an overview of presentations on Demodex blepharitis, LASIK, retina sessions, and more at this year's conference.

Marc Bloomenstein, OD, FAAO, discusses how optometrists can proactively manage Demodex blepharitis by regularly examining eyelids, diagnosing the condition early, and offering treatments to effectively eradicate the mites and prevent future complications.

Neda Shamie, MD, previews a collaborative day packed with guest speakers, discussions on advanced patient care, and hands-on labs.

Controversies in Modern Eye Care cochair Arjan Hura, MD, details new expansions to the conference's schedule, which include discussions on retina gene therapies, corneal endothelial diseases, and oculoplastics.

Neda Shamie, MD, delves into the evolution of the Controversies in Modern Eye Care meeting, while highlighting what distinguishes it from other conferences.

Marsha Link, PhD, uses three words—Imagine, Prepare, and Optimize—to encourage women to assess their current leadership journey, strategically plan for advancement, and explore new opportunities for growth and impact in vision care.

Shan C. Lin, MD, discusses combined minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and its impact on achieving improved intraocular pressure efficacy.

Mark Bullimore, MCOptom, PhD, FAAO, discussed myopia control in a panel at EyeCon 2023, highlighting evidence-based treatments, myopia's impact on visual impairment, and a multidisciplinary conversation involving optometrists and ophthalmologists to address the growing issue of myopia management.

Julie Song, OD, FAAO, SUNY, College of Optometry, New York, was honored as the recipient of the inaugural Visionary in Eye Care Resident Recognition Award for the category of Best in Optometry during the EyeCon 2023 conference, December 1-2, at the Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa in Sanibel, Florida.

Alice Sterling, an optometrist with Florida Eye Clinic, draws on her 8 years of service on the Florida Board of Optometry to present and explain the evolving jurisprudence issues relevant to Florida optometrists during EyeCon 2023.

Adam Ramsey, OD, focused on managing patient expectations and addressing unmet outcomes during a featured symposium on key advances in cataract surgery at EyeCon 2023. He also previewed his upcoming lecture on utilizing virtual assistants to revolutionize the patient experience in eye care.

Kelly K. Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO, and A. Paul Chous, OD, FAAO, recap the diverse topics at EyeCon 2023, emphasizing the collaborative spirit between optometrists and ophthalmologists in addressing issues such as myopia management, diabetic eye conditions, cataract surgery, and patient referrals.

Real-time insights into fluctuations enhance glaucoma care and understanding of vision risk.

Oluwatosin U. Smith, MD, shares why she is excited for the conference and why it is relevant for today’s ophthalmologists and optometrists.

Cochair Peter J. McDonnell, MD, highlights what this year’s conference agenda will mean for clinicians and addresses the anticipated increased patient volume.

Brooke Messer, OD, FAAO, FSLS, shares her anticipation for the second annual CRU Eye Symposium, emphasizing its focus on pertinent content, actionable practice enhancements, and networking with peers and industry representatives, all in the setting of Napa Valley's wine country.

Maria Richman, OD, FAAO, and Harvey Richman, OD, FAAO, FCOVD, met with Optometry Times to discuss their presentations on rehabilitation of a patient who suffered from issues of vertical vision after a stroke, as well as integrating patient care with the business model.

Mitchell Jackson, MD, discussed laser scleral microporation from Ace Vision Group at the 2023 ASCRS annual meeting in San Diego.

John Berdahl, MD, discussed the Aurion clinical trials of endothelial cell therapy injection at the 2023 ASCRS annual meeting in San Diego.

Lori Pacheco, RN, CRNO, discussed sports-related eye injuries and how to prevent them at the 2023 ASCRS annual meeting in San Diego.