Latest news from American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/promising-new-drug-may-be-the-first-to-protect-vision-in-people-with-dry-amd/?sc=rsin /articles/promising-new-drug-may-be-the-first-to-protect-vision-in-people-with-dry-amd/?sc=rsin Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:30:23 EST Study shows investigational treatment reduced vision loss and protected key structures in the eye essential for vision. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/new-gene-therapy-for-retinitis-pigmentosa-shows-promise/?sc=rsin /articles/new-gene-therapy-for-retinitis-pigmentosa-shows-promise/?sc=rsin Sun, 20 Oct 2024 16:00:56 EST New research suggests that a new kind of gene therapy can improve vision in people who have lost nearly all sight to retinitis pigmentosa. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/3d-printed-eyeglasses-help-save-children-s-sight-in-remote-underserved-communities/?sc=rsin /articles/3d-printed-eyeglasses-help-save-children-s-sight-in-remote-underserved-communities/?sc=rsin Sun, 20 Oct 2024 15:10:44 EST New study shows customized eyeglasses successfully addressed children's complex eye needs. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/more-evidence-to-support-shift-in-standard-glaucoma-care/?sc=rsin /articles/more-evidence-to-support-shift-in-standard-glaucoma-care/?sc=rsin Sun, 20 Oct 2024 10:45:41 EST Six-year study results show laser treatment can preserve vision better than daily eye drops in glaucoma patients. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/new-study-suggests-aggressive-treatment-for-children-with-severe-eye-allergies-to-avoid-long-term-complications/?sc=rsin /articles/new-study-suggests-aggressive-treatment-for-children-with-severe-eye-allergies-to-avoid-long-term-complications/?sc=rsin Sun, 20 Oct 2024 09:15:55 EST Research shows people who develop allergies as children with it persisting into adulthood tend to experience more eye complications. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/considering-cataract-surgery-it-could-save-your-life/?sc=rsin /articles/considering-cataract-surgery-it-could-save-your-life/?sc=rsin Sat, 19 Oct 2024 09:15:25 EST New study finds untreated cataracts linked to higher risk of fractures and dangerous brain bleeds due to falls. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/american-academy-of-ophthalmology-announces-new-international-member-dues/?sc=rsin /articles/american-academy-of-ophthalmology-announces-new-international-member-dues/?sc=rsin Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:05:28 EST American Academy of Ophthalmology announces new international member dues. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/ai-powered-home-monitoring-device-may-improve-amd-care-save-money/?sc=rsin /articles/ai-powered-home-monitoring-device-may-improve-amd-care-save-money/?sc=rsin Fri, 18 Oct 2024 09:05:37 EST New study shows a home self-imaging device can provide ophthalmologists with actionable insight between office visits for age-related macular degeneration. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/nine-new-big-data-research-studies-to-be-presented-at-aao-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/nine-new-big-data-research-studies-to-be-presented-at-aao-2024/?sc=rsin Fri, 18 Oct 2024 09:00:36 EST Nine new studies powered by the IRIS(r) Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) will be presented this week at the 128th annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/could-light-therapy-treat-dry-amd/?sc=rsin /articles/could-light-therapy-treat-dry-amd/?sc=rsin Fri, 18 Oct 2024 09:00:34 EST New study shows a non-invasive, painless laser can reduce risk of vision loss from dry AMD. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/american-academy-of-ophthalmology-launches-vr-education-program-in-collaboration-with-fundamentalvr-to-improve-ophthalmic-care-around-the-world/?sc=rsin /articles/american-academy-of-ophthalmology-launches-vr-education-program-in-collaboration-with-fundamentalvr-to-improve-ophthalmic-care-around-the-world/?sc=rsin Fri, 18 Oct 2024 09:00:23 EST The American Academy of Ophthalmology, in partnership with FundamentalVR today announced the launch of the Academy's VR Education program, a groundbreaking initiative that harnesses the power of virtual reality (VR) to transform ophthalmic education and surgical training. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/sight-saving-eye-injections-may-make-cataract-surgery-more-risky/?sc=rsin /articles/sight-saving-eye-injections-may-make-cataract-surgery-more-risky/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:15:06 EST New study finds people treated with anti-VEGF eye injections for retinal conditions are at higher risk of complications following cataract surgery. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/new-ovarian-cancer-drug-can-affect-the-eyes-suggests-first-real-world-study/?sc=rsin /articles/new-ovarian-cancer-drug-can-affect-the-eyes-suggests-first-real-world-study/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:10:08 EST The first real-world study on mirvetuximab ocular toxicity shows more than 55 percent of patients experienced decreased vision due to corneal damage. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/improve-sustainability-in-eye-clinics-with-this-one-simple-trick-stop-throwing-away-eye-drops-before-they-expire/?sc=rsin /articles/improve-sustainability-in-eye-clinics-with-this-one-simple-trick-stop-throwing-away-eye-drops-before-they-expire/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Oct 2024 09:00:02 EST New findings from AAO 2024 suggest that simply adhering to the FDA-regulated expiration dates could not only reduce medication and plastic waste, but also save millions of dollars annually, and potentially prevent nationwide eye drop shortages. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/what-ophthalmologists-want-you-to-know-about-eye-color-changing-drops/?sc=rsin /articles/what-ophthalmologists-want-you-to-know-about-eye-color-changing-drops/?sc=rsin Tue, 27 Aug 2024 14:05:32 EST The American Academy of Ophthalmology is sounding the alarm on over-the-counter eye drops advertised as eye color-changing solutions. These products are not FDA approved, have not been tested for safety or efficacy, and could potentially damage the eyes. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/san-francisco-s-museum-of-the-eye-to-host-free-author-lecture-and-book-signing-event/?sc=rsin /articles/san-francisco-s-museum-of-the-eye-to-host-free-author-lecture-and-book-signing-event/?sc=rsin Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:05:31 EST Award-winning writer host a free lecture on her book on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 2:30 p.m. PDT at the Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye in San Francisco. In addition to the author's presentation, participants can purchase a copy of the book and have it signed at the event. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/new-program-to-expand-access-to-eye-care-for-underserved-delaware-residents2/?sc=rsin /articles/new-program-to-expand-access-to-eye-care-for-underserved-delaware-residents2/?sc=rsin Thu, 22 Aug 2024 17:00:28 EST American Academy of Ophthalmology, through its Foundation and EyeCare America program, launches pilot program with Henrietta Johnson Medical Center and Eyenuk, Inc. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/new-program-to-expand-access-to-eye-care-for-underserved-delaware-residents/?sc=rsin /articles/new-program-to-expand-access-to-eye-care-for-underserved-delaware-residents/?sc=rsin Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:00:56 EST American Academy of Ophthalmology, through its Foundation and EyeCare America program, launches pilot program with Henrietta Johnson Medical Center and Eyenuk, Inc. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/new-grants-for-big-data-research-to-improve-vision-care/?sc=rsin /articles/new-grants-for-big-data-research-to-improve-vision-care/?sc=rsin Tue, 20 Aug 2024 05:00:16 EST The American Academy of Ophthalmology and Research to Prevent Blindness announce recipients of this year's RPB / AAO Award for IRIS Registry Research. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) /articles/american-academy-of-ophthalmology-names-sarah-deparis-as-director-of-quality-and-clinical-standards2/?sc=rsin /articles/american-academy-of-ophthalmology-names-sarah-deparis-as-director-of-quality-and-clinical-standards2/?sc=rsin Thu, 18 Jul 2024 19:05:42 EST Today the American Academy of Ophthalmology announced the appointment of Sarah DeParis, MD, as Director of Quality and Clinical Standards under the Quality and Data Science Division. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)