Ophthalmology Management

04/15/2026

👁️📱 From clinic to content: how social media is reshaping patient education

Dr. Ashley Brissette, a leading NYC ophthalmologist and internationally recognized expert in cataract surgery and ocular surface disease, has successfully built a powerful social media presence alongside her clinical career.

In this article, she shares how digital platforms can extend patient education, improve refractive decision-making, and create more meaningful consultations.

For ophthalmology teams, this is about meeting patients where they are and before they even walk into clinic.

👉 Read the full article: https://ow.ly/1OBC50YESeN

04/14/2026

Can dual-pump fluidics improve efficiency in cataract surgery?

In this article, Eric D. Donnenfeld, MD, FACS, shares how hybrid phaco systems enable real-time control of vacuum dynamics, helping optimize both safety and efficiency.

Including cases with reduced phaco energy and improved chamber stability.

Read more: https://ow.ly/PX1i50YIKAH

04/13/2026

Final day at ASCRS 2026 👁‍🗨

We have been on the ground all weekend, following the conversations, sessions, and key moments shaping the field.

Looking forward to sharing more insights and highlights from across the meeting soon!

04/11/2026

Limited-time offer for new cardholders! From February 16 - May 16, 2026,* your patients can earn up to a $50 or $100 statement credit. Learn how at carecredit.com/consumeroffer26.

Don’t forget: ASOA members receive a 25% discount on CareCredit's promotional financing processing rates! Processing rates are subject to change. See your CareCredit rate sheet for details.

From February 16 – May 16, 2026, your patients or clients can earn a $50 or $100 statement credit when they complete the steps below.

04/11/2026

Out-of-pocket costs not covered by insurance delaying your patients from getting the eyewear and care they want or need? When you accept the CareCredit health and wellness credit card, they don’t have to!
Learn more at carecredit.com/providers/insights/industry/ophthalmology

Read articles about ophthalmology on CareCredit Provider Insights. Get tips, resources and best practices from industry experts.

04/11/2026

CareCredit is heading to the ASCRS Annual Meeting in Washington, DC!

Be among the first to claim your copy of the just-released CareCredit Vision Care Industry Study.

Join us at Booth #349, April 10–13, to discover how flexible patient financing can help transform your practice and improve patient access to treatments. Plus, pick up a free gift.

We hope to see you there!

The CareCredit credit card can help pay for health, wellness, and medical costs with special financing options. Learn how it works and apply today!

04/08/2026

Visit Iridex Booth #925 at ASCRS 2026!

Get hands-on with the Cyclo G6® Laser and IQ 532® Laser, featuring treatment with both MicroPulse® Technology and Continuous-wave modes. Explore the latest clinical advancements and connect with glaucoma and retina experts.

Don’t miss Iridex's exclusive show special (U.S. only).

Learn more or request a demo: https://iridex.com/

Leading ophthalmic laser manufacturer offering advanced ophthalmic medical devices designed for precise eye treatments and superior patient outcomes.

04/07/2026

A sight-saving procedure… that’s still financially unsustainable? 👀

In this piece from Laurie Brown and Brittney Irwin, the reality of corneal crosslinking today is laid bare.

💸 Rising drug costs
📊 Inconsistent reimbursement
⚠️ New technologies with limited coverage

Despite being a standard of care for keratoconus, many practices are struggling to keep crosslinking viable.

The big question: can innovation keep pace with reimbursement?

👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/kTOW50YB9c8

04/03/2026

Adi connects patient care from the clinic to the OR and supports operational efficiency within the Alcon Vision Suite.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4s8I5ap

04/02/2026

👁️ What if dry eye care could address the root cause, not just the symptoms?

For many patients, lower lid laxity plays a major role in dry eye, yet it has often been overlooked or left without a clear, non-surgical solution.

In this conversation, Liz Risenberg of Lumenis discusses the launch of OptiLIFT and how it enables clinicians to directly target muscle tone and eyelid function.

📖 Read more: https://ow.ly/zEQo50YvJVe

03/31/2026

High-volume clinic isn’t the problem. Burnout is. 👀

In this piece from Shivam Chandra and Lisa M. Nijm, MD, JD, the focus shifts from working faster to working smarter.

💡 Prepare before the day starts
⏱️ Pace visits based on complexity
🤝 Build a team that actually supports you

Because the real challenge isn’t just time… it’s protecting your thinking from the first patient to the last.

A must-read for anyone navigating the realities of modern ophthalmology practice 👉 https://ow.ly/jYP250YB8Vq

03/27/2026

Audrey Talley-Rostov, MD set out to build a different kind of ophthalmology practice. One that combines advanced technology with truly personalized care. 👁️

In this article, she shares her “high-tech, high-touch” philosophy, from integrating cutting-edge diagnostics and surgical tools to creating a patient experience that feels human, thoughtful, and connected.

Her message is clear. Technology alone is not enough. Patients want to feel heard, understood, and cared for.

🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/Paaw50Yy2hH