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Why and How to Use the Photographic Atlases of the American Registry of Pathology
William A. Gardner, MD, Executive Director, American Registry of Pathology, Silver Spring, Maryland, describes the importance of visual images to medicine.
Editorial, October 10, 2008
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A Clinical Perspective of Diabetic Retinopathy
Vision loss due to DR is preventable with the appropriate monitoring and timely treatment. Are appropriately timed eye examinations the most integral part of treatment?
Journal Article, October 7, 2008
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Doing Better for Less: The Case for Organized Group Practices
Shannon Brownlee, MS, Visiting Scholar, National Institutes of Health, Washington, DC, explains how to both cut healthcare costs and improve quality.
Editorial, October 3, 2008
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NAION and the Optic Disc
This study examines changes to the optic disc in NAION.
Expert Viewpoint, October 2, 2008
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Treating Posterior Uveitis
How well does a corticosteroid implant work in the treatment of posterior uveitis?
Expert Viewpoint, October 2, 2008
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Advances in the Treatment of Intermediate and Posterior Uveitis
Intermediate and posterior uveitis cause loss of vision if not properly treated. Treatment options with various delivery methods, and ranging from local to systemic, are explored in this review.
Journal Article, October 2, 2008
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Rates of Treatment Compliance in Patients With Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
What is the rate of utilization of glaucoma medications in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma?
Expert Viewpoint, October 1, 2008
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Visual Prognosis of Branch Retinal Artery Occlusion
What is the relationship between initial visual acuity and visual prognosis in patients with branch retinal artery occlusion (BRAO)?
Expert Viewpoint, October 1, 2008
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Optic Disc Hemorrhage in Patients With Angle-Closure Glaucoma
How frequent and how worrisome is optic disc hemorrhage in patients with angle-closure glaucoma?
Expert Viewpoint, October 1, 2008
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Fibrin Glue Versus Sutures for Conjunctival Autografting in Pterygium Surgery: A Prospective Comparative Study
How effective is fibrin glue in improving clinical outcomes and reducing surgery time in patients undergoing pterygium surgery?
Journal Article, September 30, 2008
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Wearing Swimming Goggles Can Elevate Intraocular Pressure
How much does intraocular pressure (IOP) increase by wearing swimming goggles? Before, during, and after IOP measurements were analyzed.
Journal Article, September 30, 2008
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CME/CE
Communicating Drug Risks to Patients
Besides legal concerns, there are many positive reasons to inform patients about the effectiveness and safety of the drugs they are taking.
Clinical Review, September 30, 2008
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A New Way to Train and Support the World's Health Workers
Erica Frank, MD, MPH, Professor, Canada Research Chair, University of British Columbia, and Founder, Executive Director, Health Sciences Online, describes an exciting new online science resource.
Editorial, September 22, 2008
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Economic Credentialing: Terminating Staff Privileges for Investing in a Competing Hospital
Jack R. Bierig, AB, JD, Partner, Sidley Austin, LLP, Chicago, Illinois; Lecturer in Law, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, teaches us about a serious hospital-medical staff conflict.
Editorial, September 19, 2008
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Lowering IOP With Medical Therapy in Patients With Glaucoma
Prostaglandins are generally the first choice for lowering IOP in patients with glaucoma. However, what are the specific options, and what should be tried when patients don't respond?
Expert Viewpoint, September 18, 2008
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Retinitis Pigmentosa: Genetics and Gene-Based Approaches to Therapy
Retinitis pigmentosa research advances have led to enhanced genetic understanding, screening, mutation detection, and therapy. This review summarizes the state of the science of RP.
Journal Article, September 17, 2008
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Why You Should Encourage Men to Put on Gowns
Carolyn Clancy, MD, Director, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Rockville, Maryland, explains why we should start paying more attention to men's health.
Editorial, September 15, 2008
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Does Primary Care Matter?
Emily Friedman, Independent Health Policy and Ethics Analyst, Chicago, Illinois; Adjunct Assistant Professor, Boston University School of Medicine, Massachusetts, dissects the primary care issue.
Editorial, September 8, 2008
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CME
Corneal Ectasia Following LASIK Surgery
Corneal ectasia is a rare but devastating complication of LASIK surgery. Drs. Randleman and Perez-Straziota discuss the causes of, risk factors for, and management of ectasia.
Clinical Review, September 8, 2008
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A Market for Compassion: Single-Payer Health Insurance
Prajwal Ciryam, second-year MD/PhD student at Northwestern University and Co-Founding Member of Health Care for All Illinois, explains why an American single-payer system is right.
Expert Viewpoint, September 5, 2008
