Early diagnosis of keratoconus is vital given the disease's prevalence in pediatric patient, according to Jennifer Harthan, OD, FAAO, FSLS.

Shelley Cutler, OD, FAAO, comments on technological advancements leading to the progression of keratoconus diagnosis and treatment options during this year's IKA symposium.

Melissa Barnett, OD, Director of Optometry at the University of California, Davis, talked about her session at IKA that focused on keratoconus from the patient perspective.

Elizabeth Yeu, MD, Executive Board Member of IKA, and a cataract and refractive surgeon at Virginia Eye Consultants, talked about cataract surgery in keratoconus, and the diagnostic considerations clinicians can take before and in the operating room.

Justin Schweitzer, OD, FAAO, from Vance Thompson Vision, talked about his session at the IKA Symposium that discussed cross-linking in keratoconus treatment both now and looking toward the future.

Barry Eiden, OD, FAAO, FSLS, President and Co-founder of IKA, talked about his session at the meeting centering around the pediatric prevalence of keratoconus, the importance of early diagnosis, and the impact this can have on practices.

Christine Sindt, OD, FAAO, Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Iowa School of Medicine, talked about her session at the meeting focusing on higher order aberrations and the correction of complicated optics on scleral contact lenses.

Alan Glazier, OD, FAAO, talked about moderating a session discussing the education of the public on keratoconus, from screening to diagnosis, and the roles clinicians can take to assist in the patients' anxieties.

Andrew Morgenstern, OD, FAAO, FNAP, President and Co-founder of IKA, talked about his session at the meeting that discussed the prevalence of keratoconus in the pediatric population in the US.

EyeCon chair Kelly K. Nichols, OD, PhD, MPH, FAAO, shares some of her favorite moments throughout her career and what inspires her to continue pushing the industry forward.

Kelsey Roelofs, MD, gives her best methods to identifying and diagnosing thyroid eye disease in her Controversies in Modern Eye Care 2024 presentation.

Deborah Ristvedt, DO, details her CIME 2024 presentation on new glaucoma management options, led alongside Inder Paul Singh, MD, Arsham Sheybani, MD, and Melissa Tawa, OD, FAAO.

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.

Arjan Hura, MD, gives an overview on a captivating retina panel and other enticing items at the CIME 2024 meeting.

James A Katz, MD, details treatment options for Demodex blepharitis, from tea tree oil to XDEMVY.

The Patient Whisperers Cofounders Lauren Weaver and Christine Scarlett gave their keynote presentation "The Secret to Crazy Growth: Defining Your Identity on Social Media," at the 2024 Controversies in Modern Eye Care meeting May 4 in Los Angeles, California.

The collective enhances education, research, and quality of life.

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.