Subspecialties

  • Cataract/Anterior Segment
  • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
  • Cornea/External Disease
  • Glaucoma
  • Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus

 

  • Ocular Pathology/Oncology
  • Oculoplastics/Orbit
  • Refractive Management/Intervention
  • Retina/Vitreous
  • Uveitis

Focus On

  • Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
  • Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
  • Laser Surgery Education Center
  • Redmond Ethics Center
  • Global Ophthalmology Guide

Academy Publications

  • EyeNet
  • Ophthalmology
  • Ophthalmology Glaucoma
  • Ophthalmology Retina

Information for:

  • International Ophthalmologists
  • Media
  • Medical Students
  • Patients and Public
  • Technicians and Nurses
  • Senior Ophthalmologists
  • Young Ophthalmologists

Tools and Services

  • EyeCare America
  • Help
  • IRIS Registry
  • Medicare Physician Payment
  • Meetings and Deadlines
  • Museum of Vision
  • Ophthalmology Job Center

Our Sites

  • EyeWiki
  • International Society of Refractive Surgery

Subspecialties

  • Cataract/Anterior Segment
  • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
  • Cornea/External Disease
  • Glaucoma
  • Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
  • Ocular Pathology/Oncology
  • Oculoplastics/Orbit
  • Refractive Management/Intervention
  • Retina/Vitreous
  • Uveitis

Focus On

  • Glaucoma Education Center
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
  • Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
  • Laser Surgery Education Center
  • Redmond Ethics Center
  • Global Ophthalmology Guide

Find an Ophthalmologist

Advanced Search
  • Annual Meeting
  • Clinical Education
  • Practice Management
  • Member Services
  • Advocacy
  • Foundation
  • About
  • Subspecialties & More
  • Eye Health
  • Home
  • Annual Meeting
  • Clinical Education
  • Practice Management
  • Member Services
  • Advocacy
  • Foundation
  • About
  • Subspecialties & More

    Academy Publications

    • EyeNet
    • Ophthalmology
    • Ophthalmology Glaucoma
    • Ophthalmology Retina

    Information for:

    • International Ophthalmologists
    • Media
    • Medical Students
    • Patients and Public
    • Technicians and Nurses
    • Senior Ophthalmologists
    • Young Ophthalmologists

    Tools and Services

    • EyeCare America
    • Help
    • IRIS Registry
    • Medicare Physician Payment
    • Meetings and Deadlines
    • Museum of Vision
    • Ophthalmology Job Center

    Our Sites

    • EyeWiki
    • International Society of Refractive Surgery

    Subspecialties

    • Cataract/Anterior Segment
    • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
    • Cornea/External Disease
    • Glaucoma
    • Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
    • Ocular Pathology/Oncology
    • Oculoplastics/Orbit
    • Refractive Management/Intervention
    • Retina/Vitreous
    • Uveitis

    Focus On

    • Glaucoma Education Center
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
    • Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
    • Laser Surgery Education Center
    • Redmond Ethics Center
    • Global Ophthalmology Guide

    Find an Ophthalmologist

    Advanced Search

    Subspecialties

    • Cataract/Anterior Segment
    • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
    • Cornea/External Disease
    • Glaucoma
    • Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus

     

    • Ocular Pathology/Oncology
    • Oculoplastics/Orbit
    • Refractive Management/Intervention
    • Retina/Vitreous
    • Uveitis

    Focus On

    • Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
    • Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
    • Laser Surgery Education Center
    • Redmond Ethics Center
    • Global Ophthalmology Guide
  • Eye Health
Find an Ophthalmologist
Academy Store
    • ONE Network /
    • Comprehensive Ophthalmology

    Tonometer Disinfection: What Works Best?

    https://www.aao.org/interview/tonometry-tip-disinfection-which-method-works-best

    Download the New AAO Ophthalmic Education App

    https://www.aao.org/education-app

    What is Negative Dysphotopsia?

    https://www.aao.org/1-minute-video/what-is-negative-dysphotopsia

  • Journals

    May 14, 2018 Cataract, corneal surgeries most likely to result in ophthalmology malpractice claims This review of data from the Physician Insurers Association of America professional liability registry examined claims against ophthalmologists over a 10-year period. Ophthalmology, May 2018

    Featured Editors' Choice

    • En face OCT detects and monitors HCQ toxicity in Asian patients American Journal of Ophthalmology, March 2019
    • Skin cooling, solution modification among factors shown to minimize pain of anesthetic injection Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, March-April 2019

  • See All Full Text Journals

    Search Journals  

    • Ophthalmology
    • American Journal of Ophthalmology
    • Survey of Ophthalmology
    • Ophthalmology Clinics of North America
    • British Journal of Ophthalmology
    • Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
    • EyeNet Archive
    • Journal of Academic Ophthalmology
    • Arquivos Brasileiros de Oftalmologia
    • Revista Mexicana de Oftalmología
    • Indian Journal of Ophthalmology
    • Archivos de la Sociedad Española de Oftalmología
    • Archivos de la Sociedad Española de Oftalmología English Edition
    • Korean Journal of Ophthalmology
    • International Journal of Retina and Vitreous

  • Filter by Subspecialty

    • Cataract/Anterior Segment
    • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
    • Cornea/External Disease
    • Glaucoma
    • Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
    • Ocular Pathology/Oncology
    • Oculoplastics/Orbit
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
    • Refractive Management/Intervention
    • Retina/Vitreous
    • Uveitis

    Focus On

    • Glaucoma Education Center
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
    • Laser Surgery Education Center
    • Redmond Ethics Center
    • Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
    • Global Ophthalmology Guide
    Filter By Subspecialty  
    • Cataract/Anterior Segment
    • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
    • Cornea/External Disease
    • Glaucoma
    • Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
    • Ocular Pathology/Oncology
    • Oculoplastics/Orbit
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
    • Refractive Management/Intervention
    • Retina/Vitreous
    • Uveitis
    Focus On  
    • Glaucoma Education Center
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
    • Laser Surgery Education Center
    • Redmond Ethics Center
    • Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Centerr
    • Global Ophthalmology Guide

  • Education

    • Cases
    • Courses
    • Diagnose This
    • Learning Plans
    • Performance Improvement
    • Self-Assessments
    Mar 29, 2019 Resident Advocacy Course This course provides a curriculum for residency programs and state societies to teach about the role of advocacy in the profession of ophthalmology while meeting the advocacy, professionalism, and accountability requirements set by the ACGME. It is a launching pad for engage… Residents Course
    • Just a Head Cold? Case
    • Patient-Doctor Communication in Ophthalmology Course
    • Athletic Eye Injuries and Appropriate Protection Course

  • Multimedia

    • Presentations and Lectures
    • Audio
    • Images
    • Video
    Capsule Retractors
    Tonometry Tip Disinfection: Which Method Works Best?
    Pearls from a Lifelong Innovator
    Disconnect Between Central Subfield Thickness and Vision Outcomes
    Heavy Eye vs. Sagging Eye Syndrome
    The Importance of Operating Room Ergonomics
    Introduction to the Kelman Lecture
    Globe Fixation Under Topical Anesthesia For Beginners
    Contact Lens Therapy for Myopia Control
    ‹ ›

  • News

    • Current Insight
    • Headlines
    • Editors' Choice
    Apr 23, 2019 FDA approves first generic loteprednol eyedrop Akorn, Inc. announced the approval of their generic steroid eyedrop, loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension 0.5%. Headline
    • En face OCT detects and monitors HCQ toxicity in Asian patients Editors' Choice
    • Week in review: Sustained gains, Restasis tribunal, O’Keeffe eyepiece Headline
    • Skin cooling, solution modification among factors shown to minimize pain of anesthetic injection Editors' Choice
  • Log In Forgot password | Forgot email
  • Take a Self-Assessment
  • The Academy Store
    Focal Points 2019 Module: Gene Therapy for Posterior Segment Disease
    Focal Points 2019 Module: Advances in Astigmatism Surgery
    Focal Points 2019 Module: Diagnosis and Management of Anterior Uveitis
    Focal Points 2018 Complete Set
    Focal Points 2019 Module: Pain in the “Normal” Eye
    Webinar: Seeing Options Clearly in Refractive Surgery: Secrets to Success
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Genetics of Inherited Retinal Degenerative Diseases
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Adult Strabismus
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Surgical Management of Congenital and Acquired Iris Abnormalities
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Dysfunctional Lens Syndrome
    Webinar: Cataract Surgery Nightmare Complications
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Surgical Management of Angle Closure Glaucoma
    AAO 2018 Complete Meetings on Demand
    AAO 2018 Meetings On Demand
    Webinar: The Role of Augmented Reality and Imaging Platforms in Telemedicine
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Dyslexia and the Ophthalmologist
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Intracameral Medications for Cataract Surgery
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Masquerades of Age-related Macular Degeneration
    Webinar: Minimally Invasive Brow Ptosis Repair: From Patient Selection to Technique
    Webinar: Tele-ophthalmology: The Transformation of Eye Care Delivery
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Parasitic Keratitis
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Neuro-Ophthalmic Disorders Caused By Medications
    Basic and Clinical Science Course Self-Assessment Program
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course Complete Set
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course Residency Set
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 01: Update on General Medicine
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 02: Fundamentals and Principles of Ophthalmology
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 03: Clinical Optics
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 04: Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 09: Intraocular Inflammation and Uveitis
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 01: Update on General Medicine Print
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 02: Fundamentals and Principles of Ophthalmology Print
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 03: Clinical Optics Print
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 04: Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors Print
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Master Index
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 01: Update on General Medicine eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 02: Fundamentals and Principles of Ophthalmology eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 03: Clinical Optics eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 04: Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 01: Update on General Medicine Print and eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 02: Fundamentals and Principles of Ophthalmology Print and eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 03: Clinical Optics Print and eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 04: Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors Print and eBook
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Complete Print Set
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Complete eBook Set
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Complete Print and eBook Set
    2018-2019 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Residency eBook Set
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Tumors of the Ocular Adnexa, a Histopathologic Primer
    Webinar: Current Diagnosis and Treatment of Uveitis
    Coding and Practice Management Consultations
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Childhood Vision Screening
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Clinical Applications of Major Glaucoma Trials
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Malignant Eyelid Tumors and Their Management
    Focal Points 2017 Complete Set
    Focal Points 2018 Module: Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery and Cataract Surgery Synergy
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Myopia
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Autofluorescence Imaging of the Retina
    Ophthalmic Procedures in the Office and Clinic, Fourth Edition
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Tubercular Uveitis and Scleritis
    MOC Exam Review Course on Demand, 2017-2019: Comprehensive Ophthalmology
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Update on Retinal Vein Occlusions
    Webinar: Retina or Neuro-Ophthalmology? A Case-Based Discussion
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Therapeutic Contact Lenses
    Webinar: New Treatments in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
    Webinar: Corneal Cross-linking: From Approval to Practice
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Intraocular Metastases
    Webinar: Pearls in Surgical Retina
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Surgical Management of Ptosis and Brow Ptosis
    Webinar: Exit Strategy: What To Do When Ophthalmologists Leave a Practice
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Comprehensive Vision Rehabilitation
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Management of Late Lens Implant and Capsule Dislocation
    Practicing Ophthalmologists Curriculum, 2017-2019: Core Ophthalmic Knowledge
    Practicing Ophthalmologists Curriculum, 2017-2019: Comprehensive Ophthalmology
    Care and Handling of Ophthalmic Microsurgical Instruments, Fourth Edition
    Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course, Sixth Edition Online Exam
    Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course, Sixth Edition Print Textbook
    Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course, Sixth Edition eBook
    Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course, Sixth Edition
    Webinar: Evaluation of the Cosmetic Patient
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Intermediate Uveitis/Pars Planitis
    Webinar: Grand Rounds: Diagnostic Dilemmas in Retina and Neuro-Ophthalmology
    Focal Points 2017 Module: Anterior Segment Imaging: Anterior Segment OCT and Confocal Microscopy
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Update on Automated Perimetry
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Staging and Evaluation for Distant Metastasis in Patients With Ocular, Orbital, and Ocular Adnexal Malignancies
    Ophthalmic Procedures in the Operating Room and Ambulatory Surgery Center, Fourth Edition
    Focal Points 2016 Complete Set
    Practicing Ophthalmologists Learning System, 2017-2019
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    EyeNet
    Ophthalmology
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Persistent Epithelial Defects
    Basic Ophthalmology: Essentials for Medical Students, Tenth Edition
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Diabetic Macular Edema
    Ophthalmology Retina
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Corneal Biomechanics: Basic Science and Clinical Applications
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Viral Anterior Uveitis: Diagnosis and Management
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Diagnosis and Management of Cataract After Vitrectomy
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Neuro-Ophthalmic Manifestations of Traumatic Brain Injury
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Review and Update on Enucleation, Evisceration, and Orbital Exenteration
    Essentials of Ophthalmic Nursing Complete Set
    Focal Points 2016 Module: Ocular Manifestations of Child Abuse
    Practical Ophthalmology: A Manual for Beginning Residents, Seventh Edition (Print)
    Practical Ophthalmology: A Manual for Beginning Residents, Seventh Edition eBook
    Practical Ophthalmology: A Manual for Beginning Residents, Seventh Edition Print and eBook
    Practical Ophthalmology: A Manual for Beginning Residents, Seventh Edition
    Waiting Room Video for the Ophthalmic Practice, Volume 3
    Focal Points 2015 Module: Diagnosis and Management of Noninfectious Corneal Ulceration and Melting
    Basic Techniques of Ophthalmic Surgery, Second Edition (Print)
    Basic Techniques of Ophthalmic Surgery, Second Edition eBook
    Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery, Third Edition (Print)
    Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery, Third Edition eBook
    Basic Techniques of Ophthalmic Surgery, Second Edition
    Basic Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery, Third Edition
    Focal Points 2015 Module: Drug-Induced Uveitis
    Focal Points 2015 Module: Choroidal Nevus
    Focal Points 2014 Module: Ocular Sarcoidosis
    Blepharitis Brochure
    Conjunctivitis Brochure
    Corneal Abrasion and Erosion Brochure
    Dry Eye Brochure
    Eye Drops Brochure
    Headache Brochure
    Stye and Chalazion Brochure
    Spanish Language Brochure: Ojo Seco
    Focal Points 2014 Module: Sports Vision
    Focal Points Digital Sample Module
    Focal Points 2014 Module: Retinal Optical Coherence Tomography
    Current Focal Points Subscription, Digital
    Current Focal Points Subscription
    Focal Points 2013 Module: Evaluation and Treatment of the Tearing Patient
    EHR Integration Information
    Introducing Ophthalmology: A Primer for Office Staff, Third Edition
    Focal Points 2011 Module: Prescribing Prisms
    Focal Points 2011 Module: Headaches and Facial Pain for the Ophthalmologist
    Downloadable Patient Education Handout Subscription
    Focal Points 2009 Module: Scleritis and Episcleritis
    Eyedrop Information Pad
    Eye Sketch Pad
  • Dates & Deadlines
    APR 28
    ARVO 2019 Annual Meeting Vancouver, BC, Canada
    The 2019 annual meeting of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), will take place April 28 - May 2, in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
    View
    MAY 02
    AOCOO-HNS Annual Clinical Assembly Orlando, FL
    2019 Annual Clinical Assembly of the American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, on May 2 - May 4, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, FL.
    View
    MAY 16
    AOS Annual Meeting Hot Springs, VA
    2019 Annual Meeting of American Ophthalmological Society (AOS) from May 16-19, 2019 in Hot Springs, VA.
    View
    See all

    Save event

    Select your calendar system below.

    • Google Calendar
    •   Outlook or Apple Calendar
    • Yahoo Calendar

    Note: You will have to be signed in to your calendar and may have to enable pop-ups to add events.

  • Most Commented
    Loading, please wait...
    There are no comments available.
    Most Viewed
    Loading, please wait...
    Most Viewed content is not available.
  • Comprehensive Ophthalmology Jobs
    Comprehensive Ophthalmologist | The Center For Corrective Eye Surgery
    Comprehensive Ophthalmologist | David B Kaye MD
    Comprehensive Ophthalmologist | Pendleton Eye Center
    See all jobs

 
  • Contact Us
  • About the Academy
  • Jobs at the Academy
  • Financial Relationships with Industry
  • Medical Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • For Advertisers
  • For Media
  • Ophthalmology Job Center

OUR SITES

  • EyeWiki
  • International Society of Refractive Surgery

FOLLOW THE ACADEMY

Medical Professionals

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • YouTube

Public & Patients

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
© American Academy of Ophthalmology 2019
* Required
* First Name:
* Last Name:
Member ID:
* Phone Number:
* Email:
* Enter code:
* Message:
 

Thank you

Your feedback has been sent.