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Eyewire News: The Podcast
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Eyewire News: The Podcast keeps listeners updated with the latest information in the ophthalmic field, featuring breaking news from press releases, medical journals, vision publications, and other news sources.
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The FDA agrees to review a presbyopia drop designed to modulate pupil dynamics; a new endocapsular device receives clearance in Europe; and Rayner makes an acquisition to expands its cataract surgery portfolio.
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Zeiss releases a software app that aims to address longstanding challenges in ophthalmic care; Oertli launches its new surgical platform, the OS 4 Up, in Europe; and Harrow introduces direct-to-prescriber cash-pay kits for ophthalmic branded medications.
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Ocular Therapeutix releases its long-awaited SOL-1 phase 3 data for wet AMD drug candidate Axpaxli; Nordic Pharma expands the availability of its novel dry eye therapy Lacrifill; and Alcon launches the only multifocal toric contact lens featuring Water Gradient Technology.
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New research reveals that a popular diabetes treatment may lower the risk of AMD progression; a study examines the performance of large language models on specialty ophthalmology examinations; and a new doctor-led alliance that aims to support private practice optometrists has officially launched.
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The FDA approves the first dual-agent eye drop for presbyopia; Rayner launches a personalized, AI-powered patient education platform; and new study examines the link between sleep positioning and eye pressure.
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The FDA approves a key label supplement for Glaukos’ iDoseTR; Nidek announces the European launch of a new open-field refraction system; and there have been several leadership changes announced during the first month of 2026.
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Rayner launches a new phaco system in the US; Eylea 8 mg is approved for a third indication in Europe; and Nanodropper announces a consolidation plan to expand its offerings under a new name.
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New research may provide hope for patients with a rare vision-threatening condition; the first daily disposable soft contact lens using EDOF technology for presbyopia is cleared in the US; and there several advancements made in the clinical development of treatment candidates for retinal diseases.
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Shareholders vote on Alcon’s blockbuster acquisition proposal for Staar Surgical; the FDA responds to Outlook’s latest BLA submission for wet AMD drug Lytenava; and the FDA approves an interchangeable biosimilar to Lucentis.
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Highlights from the last 6 months of 2025 include advancements of emerging technologies in glaucoma, the first pharmacologic treatment for myopia in Europe, the expansion of labels for anti-VEGF treatments, and the release of the DEWS III report exploring the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease.
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There were several advancements made during the first 6 months of 2025, including the first FDA approval for neurodegenerative disease MacTel; the approval of a first-of-its-kind drug for dry eye disease; advancements in premium IOLs; the approval of an excimer laser platform, and the launch of a new presbyopia drop.
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Aldeyra provides an update on the timing of its dry eye disease treatment candidate reproxalap; Ocular Therapeutix pursues an accelerated NDA pathway for wet AMD therapy Axpaxli; and companies with late-stage drug candidates announce FDA submission plans.
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Companies with plans to commercialize glaucoma technologies in the US reach clinical milestones; Haag-Streit announces the global launch of a new Indirect ROP Laser Module; and EyeYon Medical gets approval to initiate a US clinical study of its EndoArt corneal implant.
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Eylea HD gains FDA approval for a new indication and dosing schedule; Lucentis biosimilar Byooviz receives a key approval in Europe; and Belite Bio announces topline results from its global phase 3 trial evaluating its drug candidate for Stargardt disease.
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Several new technologies are emerging that aim to transform the way glaucoma is treated and managed. Many of these technologies are now available to patients outside of the United States, with the goal of expanding availability to the US and beyond.
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Bausch + Lomb outlines a strategic path to innovation and growth at its Investor Day; Apellis reports new 5-year data examining Syfovre and GA progression; and two global organizations for restoring sight merge.
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Sydnexis receives another regulatory approval for its childhood myopia eye drop; Eli Lilly makes two major investments in ophthalmology; and Nanoscope reports new long-term data for its intravitreal optogenetic therapy for RP.
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Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast.
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Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast.
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EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from thee American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Orlando.
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