June 2009

Articles

EDITOR'S PAGE

RESEARCH RESULTS

  • Glaucoma Genetics in 2009

    Patients' risk of developing disease depends on the genetic mutation.

    By John H. Fingert, MD, PhD

SURGICAL ROUNDS FROM THE HAMILTON GLAUCOMA CENTER

CLINICAL STRATEGIES

TECHNOLOGY TODAY

COVER STORIES

PRACTICE POINTERS

  • Reimbursement for Repeat Visual Field Testing

    Standards of care, Medicare's national determination policy, local coverage policies, and individual considerations all provide guidance on perimetry.

    By Kevin J. Corcoran, COE, CPC, FNAO

  • Calendar

  • 5 Questions With Henry Jampel, MD, MHS

    Dr. Jampel describes his long-term research goals, his approach to the management of concurrent cataract and glaucoma, and the influences on his life, professional and private.

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Experts Debate Role of Blood Flow in Glaucoma

On May 2, 2009, the World Glaucoma Association (WGA) assembled a panel of experts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to participate in the 6th Annual Global Consensus Meeting on Ocular Blood Flow and Glaucoma. This meeting was designed ... more >

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New Noncontact Tonometer Available

Tomey USA (Phoenix, AZ) has introduced the FT-1000 Non-Contact Tonometer. This instrument features a low-volume (55 dB) air pulse and a setting that allows operators to capture multiple shots in quick succession. The unit is desig... more >

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Direct Causal Link Proposed Between Neurodegenerative Disorders

Several studies have identified similarities in the pathogenic processes underlying Alzheimer's disease and glaucomasup1-3/sup and reported a higher incidence of glaucoma among patients with Alzheimer's disease.sup4,5/sup A new ... more >

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Company Releases Laser System

Iridex Corporation (Mountain View, CA) has begun shipping its IQ 577 laser systems to customers. According to the company, this solid-state laser is indicated for the treatment of glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related ma... more >

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