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September 2022
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Gene Therapy for AMD

Researchers are coaxing the eye to become a biofactory to make its own anti-VEGF medications. This month's feature provides an overview of the leading AAV-based contenders.

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Publications for This Year's AAO

EyeNet Keeps You Up to Date in Chicago

Start preparing for AAO 2022 with the Guide to Exhibitors, and with the “Best of” reprints to help refresh your memory on recent clinical developments in 2 subspecialties. During the meeting, come back to view the AAO 2022 News tabloids (available in print onsite in Chicago and online beginning Sep. 30) and AAO 2022 Daily (emailed and available online starting Sep. 29). They are instrumental to staying informed about meeting-related news and events.

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Ophthalmic Pearls

Diagnosis and Management of Plateau Iris

By Shivani S. Kamat, MD
Edited by Bennie H. Jeng, MD

Proper diagnosis of plateau iris is essential to preventing glaucomatous vision loss.

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Clinical Update

What Ophthalmologists Need to Know About Migraine

By Reena Mukamal, Contributing Writer, interviewing Kathleen Digre, MD, Anat Galor, MD, MSPH, and Sean Gratton, MD

A look at the links between migraine and the eye and treatment for these patients.

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Biologics: Spotting and Managing Ocular Adverse Effects

By Annie Stuart, interviewing Winston D. Chamberlain, MD, PhD, Asim V. Farooq, MD, and Joann J. Kang, MD

A few new systemic drugs have been associated with ocular surface problems. What you need to know.

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Morning Rounds

A Case of Declining Night Vision

By Abel Hamdan, MD, Danny A. Mammo, MD, and Sunil K. Srivastava, MD
Edited by Ahmad A. Aref, MD, MBA

The 55-year-old was thought to have degenerative retinal drusen consistent with AMD. What do you think?

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Blink

Can You Guess September's Mystery Condition?

Make your diagnosis in the comments, and get the answer to last month’s mystery.

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Journal Highlights

Routine Coffee Drinking Raises POAG Risk, Mediterranean Diet Slows GA, and More

Key findings from Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology Retina, AJO, JAMA Ophthalmology, and more.

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News in Review

New Macular Dystrophy Discovered

Researchers have identified a novel macular dystrophy that has yet to be named.

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Statins and Cataract Risk

Researchers have found that a genetic proxy that mimics statin treatment is associated with an increased risk of cataract development and the need for cataract surgery.

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Brain Bleeds in Preemies Raise Risk of Long-Term Visual Impairment

Severe brain bleeding in premature infants can lead to long-term vision problems.

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Gas Versus BSS After Diabetic Vitrectomy

In a study of patients undergoing diabetic pars plana vitrectomy, vitreous substitution with sulfur hexafluoride gas tamponade proved superior to balanced saline solution in reducing the occurrence of postoperative vitreous hemorrhage.

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Academy Notebook

News, Tips, Resources

Cathy Cohen to receive the 2022 Distinguished Service Award. Ophthalmology publishes DEI papers. And more.

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Destination AAO

Get Ready for Chicago

In each issue leading up to AAO 2022, EyeNet will provide you with the information you’ll need to hit the ground running when you arrive in Chicago—including a heads-up on deadlines, event previews, interviews, sneak peeks, and more.

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Practice Perfect

Ophthalmology’s Challenge: Tackling Social Determinants of Health

By Chris McDonagh, EyeNet Senior Editor, interviewing Heather Dunn, COA, OCS, OCSR; David E. Vollman, MD, MBA; and Joy Woodke, COE, OCS, OCSR

By taking some initial steps, you can lay the groundwork for more substantive change.

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Savvy Coder

Tricks of the Trade: Coding for a Pediatric Ophthalmology Practice

By Heather Dunn, COA, OCS, OCSR, Academy Manager, Coding and Reimbursement; Anthony P. Johnson, MD, OCS, OCSR, AAOE Board Member; and Joy Woodke, COE, OCS, OCSR, Academy Director, Coding and Reimbursement

How to navigate some nuances of reimbursement that are specific to this subspecialty.

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Opinion

The Meaning of Work

Ruth D. Williams, MD, Chief Medical Editor, on finding balance for a happier and more productive life.