Ophthalmology Journal

Dr. Edmund Tsui sits down with Drs. Akshay S. Thomas and Ogul E. Uner to discuss their IRIS Registry study of the prevalence, characteristics, and treatment patterns of pediatric noninfectious uveitis in the United States. From their Ophthalmology Retina article, “Prevalence, Treatment Patterns, and Outcomes of Pediatric Noninfectious Uveitis in the United States: An IRIS Registry Analysis” Prevalence, Treatment Patterns, and Outcomes of Pediatric Noninfectious Uveitis in the United States: An IRIS Registry Analysis. Uner, Ogul E. et al. Ophthalmology Retina. In press. You love learning, which is why you listen to this podcast. Get live pearls and even more insights from top speakers from around the world at AAO 2025, the largest ophthalmology meeting in the world! Register now and get ready for Orlando at aao.org/RegNow. Ophthalmology journal events at AAO 2025: Peer Review Masterclass: A Practical Workshop for Journal Authors and Reviewers: Become a peer reviewer for the Academy's Ophthalmology journal, the leading journal in the field, and its companion journals, Ophthalmology Retina, Ophthalmology Glaucoma, and Ophthalmology Science. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Aaki Shukla, highly experienced reviewers and authors for various journals, will lead this free interactive workshop. Sponsored by Elsevier. The Year in Literature: Editor’s Choice Highlights From the Ophthalmology Journal Family: Join Ophthalmology’s Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russell Van Gelder, as he presents the top Ophthalmology articles on Sunday October 19 at 9:45am. Search “SYM31” in the Mobile Meeting Guide for more information. Meet the Editor: Join us for an intimate conversation with Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russ Van Gelder, during the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. This special meet and greet offers ophthalmologists, residents, and researchers a unique chance to connect directly with one of our field's most influential editorial voices. Sunday, October 19, 3:30-4:30 pm, Academy Hub at the exhibit hall.

Previous research on the safety of fluorescein angiography in adults has indicated that severe complications are rare, but due to few studies in the pediatric population, the true rates of complications are unknown. Dr. Edmund Tsui sits down with Dr. Nimesh A. Patel to discuss his study examining fluorescein angiography adverse events in pediatric patients. From his Ophthalmology Retina article, “Real-Time Adverse Events in Pediatric Fluorescein Angiography: IV vs Oral” Real-Time Adverse Events in Pediatric Fluorescein Angiography: IV vs Oral. Sorour, Osama et al. Ophthalmology Retina. In press. Don’t miss the savings! Ophthalmology Journal Podcast listeners, this is the last chance to get savings for AAO 2025 registration. Learn with new courses, exchanging ideas with colleagues from around the world, the biggest ophthalmology Expo in the largest meeting, and more. The last day to save is Sept. 17. Hurry to register at aao.org/RegNow Ophthalmology journal events at AAO 2025: Peer Review Masterclass: A Practical Workshop for Journal Authors and Reviewers: Become a peer reviewer for the Academy's Ophthalmology journal, the leading journal in the field, and its companion journals, Ophthalmology Retina, Ophthalmology Glaucoma, and Ophthalmology Science. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Aaki Shukla, highly experienced reviewers and authors for various journals, will lead this free interactive workshop. Sponsored by Elsevier. The Year in Literature: Editor’s Choice Highlights From the Ophthalmology Journal Family: Join Ophthalmology’s Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russell Van Gelder, as he presents the top Ophthalmology articles on Sunday October 19 at 9:45am. Search “SYM31” in the Mobile Meeting Guide for more information. Meet the Editor: Join us for an intimate conversation with Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russ Van Gelder, during the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. This special meet and greet offers ophthalmologists, residents, and researchers a unique chance to connect directly with one of our field's most influential editorial voices. Sunday, October 19, 3:30-4:30 pm, Academy Hub at the exhibit hall.

Fall prevention is a major public health concern because of the physical and psychological risks associated with falls. Loss of visual function is a major risk factor for falls and may be a major contributor to fall risk among older adults. Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews Dr. C. Gustavo De Moraes and medical student Alexander F. Dagi on the relationships between rates of glaucomatous visual field progression, fear of falling, history of falls, and ancestry. From their Ophthalmology Glaucoma article, “Risk of Falls, Fear of Falling, and Rates of Visual Field Progression in Glaucoma in the African Descent and Glaucoma Evaluation Study.” Risk of Falls, Fear of Falling, and Rates of Visual Field Progression in Glaucoma in the African Descent and Glaucoma Evaluation Study. Dagi, Alexander F. et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma. In press.   Just like there is something for everyone on the Ophthalmology Journal Podcast, there is something for everyone at AAO 2025! From lectures, to labs, to networking, to social events, and courses for everyone on your practice team. Plan your program with the Meeting Guide and make sure to register today at aao.org/RegNow   Ophthalmology journal events at AAO 2025: Peer Review Masterclass: A Practical Workshop for Journal Authors and Reviewers: Become a peer reviewer for the Academy's Ophthalmology journal, the leading journal in the field, and its companion journals, Ophthalmology Retina, Ophthalmology Glaucoma, and Ophthalmology Science. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Aaki Shukla, highly experienced reviewers and authors for various journals, will lead this free interactive workshop. Sponsored by Elsevier. The Year in Literature: Editor’s Choice Highlights From the Ophthalmology Journal Family: Join Ophthalmology’s Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russell Van Gelder, as he presents the top Ophthalmology articles on Sunday October 19 at 9:45am. Search “SYM31” in the Mobile Meeting Guide for more information. Meet the Editor: Join us for an intimate conversation with Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russ Van Gelder, during the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. This special meet and greet offers ophthalmologists, residents, and researchers a unique chance to connect directly with one of our field's most influential editorial voices. Sunday, October 19, 3:30-4:30 pm, Academy Hub at the exhibit hall.

Dr. Drew Carey interviews medical student Jawad Muayad and Dr. Sami S. Dahr on the impact of systemic medications, including glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, fenofibrates, thiazolidinediones, and calcium channel blockers, on the risk of developing diabetic macular edema in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. From their Ophthalmology Retina article, “Influence of Common Medications on Diabetic Macular Edema in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus” Influence of Common Medications on Diabetic Macular Edema in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Muayad, Jawad et al. Ophthalmology Retina , Volume 9, Issue 6, 505 – 514 Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on August 27, 2025, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html Imagine enjoying an unforgettable night with colleagues from around the world and other Ophthalmology Journal Podcast listeners in Orlando. Illuminate is the must-attend social event of AAO 2025, and you’re invited! Have drinks and heavy bites, listen to music and have fun on Oct. 18, while supporting ophthalmic education. Get your ticket when registering for AAO 2025 at aao.org/RegNow.

Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews Dr. Ticiana De Francesco on the results of her case series evaluating the safety and efficacy of the scleral allograft–reinforced cyclodialysis in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma through 24 months of follow-up. From her recent Ophthalmology Science article, “Bio-interventional Uveoscleral Outflow Enhancement Surgery for Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: 2-Year Results of Cyclodialysis with Scleral Allograft Reinforcement.” Bio-interventional Uveoscleral Outflow Enhancement Surgery for Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: 2-Year Results of Cyclodialysis with Scleral Allograft Reinforcement. Calvo, Ernesto et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 4. Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on August 27, 2025, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html Do you want to get the best rates for registration to the largest ophthalmology meeting in the world? Then hurry to register for AAO 2025 in Orlando to get savings with Early Registration rates through August 6. Register now at aao.org/RegNow

Just when you thought we ran out of ways use to Optical Coherence Tomography imaging, it turns out there’s more! Dr. Matt Feng interviews Dr. Sotiria Palioura on her study to use anterior segment OCT pachymetry maps in the long-term monitoring of corneal grafts. From the Ophthalmology Science article, “Long-Term Monitoring of Corneal Grafts via Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography Pachymetry Maps” Long-Term Monitoring of Corneal Grafts via Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography Pachymetry Maps. Neokleous, Anastasia et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 4. The Academy’s BCSC is your trusted source of clinical knowledge. The 2025-2026 edition includes a major revision to Section 8: External Disease and Cornea. Updates include a new interactive case study on Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy and cataracts, as well as 15 new videos of surgical procedures. Advance order Section 8 today at aao.org/BCSC. You love learning, which is why you listen to this podcast. Get live pearls and even more insights from top speakers from around the world at AAO 2025! Register now to get the best rates at aao.org/RegNow.

What is the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea and the development and progression of age-related macular degeneration? Dr. Drew Carey talks with Dr. Ahmed M. Alshaikhsalama and Dr. Amer F. Alsoudi on their recent Ophthalmology Retina article, “Association between Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Age-related Macular Degeneration Development and Progression.” Association between Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Age-related Macular Degeneration Development and Progression. Alshaikhsalama, Ahmed M. et al. Ophthalmology Retina , Volume 9, Issue 6, 537 – 545. Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on August 27, 2025, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html

Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews Dr. Andrew W. Gross on his study to determine the frequency, timing, and findings of emergency department visits after glaucoma surgery and discuss strategies to improve postoperative care to avoid unplanned visits. From his recent Ophthalmology Glaucoma article, “Glaucoma Surgery SOS: Emergency Department Utilization Greater among Younger and First-Time Surgical Patients with Glaucoma.” Glaucoma Surgery SOS: Emergency Department Utilization Greater among Younger and First-Time Surgical Patients with Glaucoma. Gross, Andrew W. et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma, Volume 8, Issue 1, 37 – 45. Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on August 27, 2025, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html

Dr. Emily Schehlein discusses recent guidelines from the American Glaucoma Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology on Nicotinamide use for glaucoma neuroprotection with lead author, Dr. Aakriti Garg Shukla. Published in Ophthalmology Glaucoma, “American Glaucoma Society-American Academy of Ophthalmology Position Statement on Nicotinamide Use for Glaucoma Neuroprotection” American Glaucoma Society-American Academy of Ophthalmology Position Statement on Nicotinamide Use for Glaucoma Neuroprotection. Shukla, Aakriti Garg; Cioffi, George A.; John, Simon W.M; Wang, Qing; Liebmann, Jeffrey M. et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma, Volume 8, Issue 2, 112 – 116. Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on August 27, 2025, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html

Single-use disposable plastics and other materials have increased in use since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This generates increased waste and cost in eye care. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Alan Robin discuss their recent Ophthalmology Glaucoma editorial, “Should We Use Disposable Tonometers and Gonioprisms in the Office?” with recommendations on how and why eye care professionals should clean and reuse tonometry tips and gonioscopy lenses to reduce ophthalmic waste. Should We Use Disposable Tonometers and Gonioprisms in the Office? Schehlein, Emily M., Robin, Alan L. et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma, Volume 8, Issue 2, 109 – 111.

Dr. Rajesh Rao sits down with Dr. Sophie J. Bakri and medical student Marie-Michele Macaron to discuss their systematic Review and meta-analysis on the efficacy and safety of anti-VEGF and panretinal photocoagulation for the treatment of proliferative diabetic retinopathy. From their Ophthalmology Retina article, “Anti-VEGF Injections vs. Panretinal Photocoagulation Laser Therapy for Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.” Anti-VEGF Injections vs. Panretinal Photocoagulation Laser Therapy for Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy. Macaron, Marie-Michele et al. Ophthalmology Retina, Volume 9, Issue 2, 105 - 121.

Dr. Edmund Tsui interviews authors Dr. Muhammad Z. Chauhan and Dr. Krishna S. Kishor on the risk of uveitis among patients starting topical glaucoma therapy. From their Ophthalmology Glaucoma article, “Incidence of Uveitis Following Initiation of Prostaglandin Analogs versus Other Glaucoma Medications.” Incidence of Uveitis Following Initiation of Prostaglandin Analogs versus Other Glaucoma Medications. Chauhan, Muhammad Z.Amin, Sejal et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma, Volume 8, Issue 2, 126 – 132.

How accurate are diagnoses from ChatGPT? Can ophthalmologists distinguish between artificial intelligence and human responses? Dr. Tsui speaks with Drs. Jimmy S. Chen and David B. Granet on their Ophthalmology Science article, “Analysis of ChatGPT Responses to Ophthalmic Cases: Can ChatGPT Think like an Ophthalmologist?” Analysis of ChatGPT Responses to Ophthalmic Cases: Can ChatGPT Think like an Ophthalmologist? Chen, Jimmy S. et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 1. Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on April 23, 2025, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html

Dr. Drew Carey speaks with Dr. Tongalp H. Tezel on his study comparing patients with nonarteritic ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) with healthy non-NAION patients with crowded discs and noncrowded optic discs. From his Ophthalmology article, “Vitreopapillary Findings in Nonarteritic Ischemic Optic Neuropathy versus Healthy Eyes.” Vitreopapillary Findings in Nonarteritic Ischemic Optic Neuropathy versus Healthy Eyes. Hondur, Ahmet M. et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 3, 327 – 334 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! Now accepting paper, poster, and video submissions through April 8. Imagine presenting at AAO 2025; learn more and submit yours at aao.org/pod25

Dr. Edmund Tsui is joined by Dr. Majda Hadziahmetovic to discuss her meta-analysis and systematic review investigating the effectiveness of systemic and local treatments in slowing autoimmune retinopathy progression. From the Ophthalmology Science article, “Clinical Outcomes of Therapeutic Interventions for Autoimmune Retinopathy: A Meta-analysis and Systematic Review.” Clinical Outcomes of Therapeutic Interventions for Autoimmune Retinopathy: A Meta-analysis and Systematic Review. Kapoor, Ishani et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 1. CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! Now accepting paper, poster, and video submissions through April 8. Imagine presenting at AAO 2025; learn more and submit yours at aao.org/pod25

Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Russell Van Gelder, MD, PhD, and our new Associate Editor, Laura Downie, BOptom, PhD, guest host this special episode introducing “Ophthalmology Reviews.”  Ophthalmology Reviews is a new section in our flagship journal for structured systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The two editors discuss the importance of these reviews in our field and what our journal is looking for from authors in these types of submissions. For more information, read their recent editorial in Ophthalmology, “Gargantua, The Scholarship of Synthesis and the Evolution of the Ophthalmology Family Journals” and review our Guide for Authors section on Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis. If you have any questions about submissions, please contact the editorial staff at aaojournal@aao.org. Gargantua, The Scholarship of Synthesis and the Evolution of the Ophthalmology Family Journals. Van Gelder, Russell N. Downie, Laura E. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 1, 12 – 13.

A revelation while scuba diving leads to a novel device designed to reduce IOP pressure. Dr. Emily Schehlein speaks with Drs. Katherine S. Peters and Daniel Terveen about their study on the FSYX Ocular Pressure Adjusting Pump, from their recent Ophthalmology Glaucoma article, “Manometric Intraocular Pressure Reduction with Negative Pressure Using Ocular Pressure Adjusting Pump Goggles” Manometric Intraocular Pressure Reduction with Negative Pressure Using Ocular Pressure Adjusting Pump Goggles. Peters, Katherine S. et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma, Volume 8, Issue 1, 22 – 27.

How do GLP-1 receptor agonists and metformin affect glaucoma risk in patients with Type 2 diabetes? Join Dr. Ike Ahmed and Jawad Muayad as they discuss the data on diabetes treatments and glaucoma risk with Dr. Emily Schehlein. From their Ophthalmology article, “Comparative Effects of Glucagon-like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists and Metformin on Glaucoma Risk in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes.” Comparative Effects of Glucagon-like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists and Metformin on Glaucoma Risk in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes. Muayad, Jawad et al. Ophthalmology. In press.

What is the relationship between blood pressure and visual field progression? Can systemic arterial blood pressure be used to assess the risk of glaucomatous progression? Dr. Emily Schehlein finds out from Dr. David S. Greenfield, author of Ophthalmology’s “Relationship between Blood Pressure and Rates of Glaucomatous Visual Field Progression: The Vascular Imaging in Glaucoma Study.” Relationship between Blood Pressure and Rates of Glaucomatous Visual Field Progression. Donkor, Richard et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 1, 30 - 38

What are the risk factors and frequency of recurrence in patients with acute anterior uveitis? Dr. Edmund Tsui and Dr. Rachael L. Niederer delve into the findings of her recent Ophthalmology study, “Risk of Recurrence in Acute Anterior Uveitis.” Risk of Recurrence in Acute Anterior Uveitis. Brodie, James T. et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 131, Issue 11, 1281 – 1289.