Moscone North Expo, Booth 5302
Hear talks by experts and key opinion leaders on the latest products and tools for your practice in the Showcase Theater.
- On Saturday and Sunday industry will present 30-minute session in the mornings and 18-minute industry-led TED-style talks in the afternoons.
- On Sunday afternoon and Monday look for sessions led by colleagues that focus on technology trends.
These are non-CME sessions developed independently from the the official program of AAO 2023 or Subspecialty Day. Showcases are not broadcast in the virtual meeting, nor will they be recorded for future viewing.
Saturday, Nov. 4
Industry Showcases
9:10 a.m.
Reimagining Management of Wet Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Presenter: Ehsan Rahimy, MD
Learn about a treatment option for Wet AMD.
Presented by Regeneron
10:10 a.m.
Reimagining Management of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) and Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Presenters: Ehsan Rahimy, MD
Learn about a treatment option for DME and DR.
Presented by Regeneron
11:10 a.m.
Vabysmo: The First and Only Dual-Pathway Inhibiting Therapy in nAMD & DME
Presenter: Jay Sridhar, MD
Learn about inhibiting the aVEGF and Ang2 pathways with Vabysmo in nAMD & DME.
Presented by Genentech, Inc.
12:10 p.m.
MIEBO: A Different Approach to Treating the Signs and Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease
Presenters: Preeya K. Gupta, MD and Kenneth A. Beckman, MD, FACS
Introduction to MIEBO – what it is, how it works. Review of pivotal efficacy and safety data. Case presentation(s) to identify appropriate evaporative dry eye disease patients.
Presented by Bausch + Lomb
Industry TED-Style Showcases
1:00 p.m.
RayOne EMV: Comparative Outcomes and a Discussion on Optics
Presenters: Karl Stonecipher, MD and Rajen Desai, MD, FACS
Learn from the experts how RayOne EMV extends depth of focus and compares to Vivity as a truly non-diffractive alternative.
Presented by Rayner
1:30 p.m.
Introducing XDEMVY™ (lotilaner ophthalmic solution) 0.25%—A New FDA-Approved Treatment
Presenter: Elizabeth Yeu, MD
Learn about XDEMVY’s unique mechanism of action, highlights from its clinical trials, how to prescribe, and the case for why it’s such a compelling product for patients and eye care professionals.
Presented by Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
2:00 p.m.
Complex Cases Made Simple by Unleashing the Power of Dual-Linear Chop
Presenters: Reena A. Garg, MD and Paul Petelin Jr., MD
Dr. Garg and Dr. Petelin will walk you through the power of independent control of vacuum and ultrasound simplifying traditionally complex cases with dual-linear technology.
Presented by Bausch + Lomb
2:30 p.m.
Dropless Strategies with OMIDRIA® : Discover the Possibilities
Presenter: I. Paul Singh, MD
Learn how OMIDRIA provides dropless cataract surgery solutions, which can deliver an improved surgical, practice, and patient-preferred experience.
Presented by Rayner
3:00 p.m.
PROcap: The Transformation of Capsulotomies
Presenter: Inder Paul Singh, MD
Discover the future of capsulotomies in this talk on PROcap: Precision, Innovation, and Vision. Explore how this innovative technique enhances refractive outcomes, transforming lives through improved vision.
Presented by Lumibird Medical (Formerly Ellex | Quantel Medical)
3:30 p.m.
Ophthalmology Journal Podcast Live
Presenters: Andrew R. Carey, MD, Matt Feng, MD, Todd Margolis, MD, PhD, Rajesh C. Rao, MD, Edmund Tsui, MD, Russell N. Van Gelder, MD, PhD
Join the Ophthalmology Journal Podcast hosts as they record a live episode interviewing Dr. Todd Margolis author of the editorial, “Six Myths of the Anterior Segment.”
Presented by Ophthalmology Journal Podcast
Sunday, Nov. 5
Industry Showcases
9:10 a.m.
Innovations for the Future of Retina
Presenters: Gaurav Shah, MD, Jorge Fortun, MD, and Audina Berrocal, MD
Preparing for the future of ophthalmic surgery with intelligent ophthalmic surgical solutions. Maintaining control by being SMART about IOP. The future of subretinal injection.
Presented by DORC Intl. / Dutch Ophthalmic USA
10:10 a.m.
Dispelling Myths Around Biosimilars
Presenters: Carl Awh, MD, FASRS and Leah Christl, PhD
Join us as we demystify biosimilar development, examine considerations around real-world use, and discuss the important role biosimilars can play in maintaining a sustainable healthcare system.
Presented by Amgen
11:10 a.m.
Plasminogen Deficiency: Multi-Organ Disease with Ophthalmic Manifestations
Presenters: Charles Nakar, MD and Gerami Seitzman, MD
Drs. Nakar and Seitzman will discuss plasminogen deficiency manifestations with a focus on ophthalmic symptoms, share case studies, diagnostic progression, and best practices for treatment.
Presented by Kedrion Biopharma
12:10 p.m.
Elevate the Everyday - Discover B+L's New IOL
Presenter: George Lau and Andrew Jones
Presented by Bausch + Lomb
Industry TED-Style Showcases
1:00 p.m.
The Science of MIEBO™ (perfluorohexyloctane ophthalmic solution)
Presenters: Jason Vittitow, MD
Learn about the chemistry and properties of MIEBO from Dr. Jason Vittitow.
Presented by Bausch + Lomb
1:30 p.m.
Severe is Subjective: What Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) Really Feels Like
Presenter: TBA
Learn more about the full burden of Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) and why asking patients about the impact on emotional well-being and daily activity is so essential.
Presented by Horizon Therapeutics
Technology Showcases
2 p.m.
Using AI and Instagram to Increase Engagement
Presenters: Rob Melendez, MD, MBA and Danielle Ortiz
AI can help with your Instagram posts engagement. We will share ideal posts to increase engagement and consults for refractive surgery practices.
2:45 p.m.
Current and Emerging Mobile Technology in Ophthalmology
Presenters: Vinay Shah, MD, Rohit Krishna, MD and Ken Lord
We will examine the latest Apps for medical and personal use that can help simplify your life and benefit your practice including clinical reference, education, increasing efficiency, and marketing.
3:30 p.m.
Navigating Challenges in Operating an Ophthalmic Practice Post-COVID: Technological Solutions for Success
Presenter: Ravi D. Goel, MD
We’ll delve into the unique difficulties faced by ophthalmic practices in the wake of the pandemic and explore innovative technological solutions that can help streamline operations and enhance patient care.
4:15 p.m.
IRIS Registry Clinical Research: How RWD from EHRs and Ophthalmic Imaging Can Help Shape the Future of Research
Presenter: Michael Mbagwu, MD
How applying AI techniques, such as machine learning, to the EHR and imaging data you contribute to the IRIS Registry can transform care.
Monday, Nov. 6
Technology Showcases
9:30 a.m.
Future Horizons in Ophthalmology: Role of AI, Gene Therapy, Image Analysis
Presenters: Linda Lam, MD, MBA, Olivia Li FRCOphth, MBBS, Andreas K. Lauer MD, Michael D. Abramoff, MD, PhD, and Michael F. Chiang, MD
Important breakthroughs in AI, imaging analysis, and gene therapy shaping the ophthalmology landscape is presented.
11:00 a.m.
Innovations in Vision Rehabilitation
Presenters: Linda Lam, MD, MBA and guests
Current and future technology highlights will be presented in this symposium.
12:30 p.m.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Participation in the IRIS Registry
Presenters: Elizabeth Acord, David Leal, and Michael Mbagwu, MD
Learn about all of the benefits of participating in the IRIS Registry beyond MIPS submissions. See how the Verana Health dashboard can help improve quality measures reporting and quality of care.
Industry TED-Style Showcase
1:30 p.m.
Stem Cell and Gene Therapy Approaches to Blindness Prevention and Vision Regeneration
Presenter: Alessandro Iannaccone, MD, MS, FARVO
An opportunity to learn about innovative approaches Astellas is taking to potentially transform vision health.
Presented by Astellas
Technology Showcases
2:10 p.m.
Generative AI, Demystified
Presenter: Jude Brown
Learn how Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and similar systems actually work to understand their miraculous results and very real limitations.
3:00 p.m.
Steps to Enhance Your Personal Data Security
Presenter: Jude Brown
Learn how to avoid “phishing” attacks, phone scams, and what to do if you suspect your personal data is compromised or your identity is stolen.