Ocular Surface Review
A expert clinician gives step-by-step advice on how to care for dry eye and other chronic disorders of the ocular surface. By Paul M. Karpecki, OD
Not So Benign OSD
If your patient isn’t responding to treatment, look beyond the typical forms of ocular surface disease.
11/15/2023
Call the Exterminator
A new eye drop, Xdemvy, shows positive results in wiping out the unusually common condition known as Demodex blepharitis.
09/15/2023
First of its Kind
Miebo now gives us a medication option that targets MGD and evaporative DED.
07/15/2023
Drink Up
Hydrating the whole body—not just the eyes—is key to improving the ocular surface.
05/15/2023
Toxic Work Environment
Be aware of certain glaucoma therapy options that could harm the ocular surface.
03/15/2023
Right Tool for the Job
These small but mighty instruments can help you better perform a number of procedures and will enhance your practice.
02/15/2023
Making the Grade
Studies show promising results for CyclASol, a new medication to treat DED that could be approved next year.
11/15/2022
Revisit a Steroid Alternative
Acthar Gel, an injectable therapy that activates melanocortin pathways, may be a saving grace for some of your patients.
09/15/2022
Power Trio
Three promising new therapeutics look to dramatically change dry eye disease management.
07/15/2022
Night Moves
Inadequate lid closure, caused by nocturnal evaporative stress, may be the reason for your patient’s dry eye.
06/15/2022
Upcoming Events
November 28, 2023
Think Differently About Dry Eye Disease
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Marc Bloomenstein, OD, FAAO, and Nathan M. Radcliffe, MD
Webinar: 8:00pm ET
Sponsored by Alcon
November 29, 2023
Addressing a Major Gap in the Treatment of Dry Eye Disease
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Melissa Barnett, OD, and John D. Sheppard, MD
Webinar: 8:00pm ET
Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb
December 8-9, 2023
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