November 2025

AI Eye Scans Could Detect Alzheimer’s Decades Early For decades, the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease has been a complex, often late-stage process. It typically involves a battery of cognitive tests, costly brain scans like MRIs and PET scans, and sometimes invasive spinal taps to analyze cerebrospinal fluid. By the time a diagnosis is confirmed, significant […]

Precise Bio Achieves First 3D-Printed Human Cornea Transplant In a landmark moment for regenerative medicine and ophthalmology, the future of vision restoration has taken a dramatic leap forward. Precise Bio, a pioneering company at the intersection of bioprinting and tissue engineering, has announced the successful completion of the first-ever human cornea transplant using 3D-printed, lab-grown

Unraveling the Mystery of Eye Twitching and Myokymia It starts subtly—a faint, fluttering sensation at the corner of your eye. At first, you might ignore it, chalking it up to imagination. But then it persists: a relentless, involuntary dance of the eyelid that can last for minutes, hours, or even days. This common, and often

Ophthalmologists Oppose Expanding Optometrist Surgical Procedures A significant debate over the future of eye care in Canada is intensifying, pitting two key professions against each other. A recent proposal to expand the scope of practice for optometrists, allowing them to perform certain minor surgical procedures, is being met with strong opposition from ophthalmologists, who argue

Revolutionary AI Brings Diabetic Eye Care to Utah Patients For the hundreds of thousands of Utahns living with diabetes, a routine eye exam just became significantly more accessible, efficient, and potentially life-changing. A groundbreaking partnership between the Utah Diabetes and Endocrinology Center (UDEC) and ophthalmic artificial intelligence leader, IRIS, is setting a new standard for

Harrow Completes Melt Pharmaceuticals Acquisition to Advance Ophthalmology In a strategic move set to reshape the landscape of ophthalmic care, Harrow, a leading eyecare pharmaceutical company, has officially announced the completion of its acquisition of Melt Pharmaceuticals, Inc. This pivotal transaction, finalized in early October 2024, marks a significant step in Harrow’s mission to build

A Comprehensive Guide to Diagnosing Dry Eye Disease For millions of people, the persistent discomfort of gritty, burning, or watery eyes is a daily reality. This common condition, known as dry eye disease (DED), is far more than a minor inconvenience; it’s a complex and chronic multifactorial disease that can significantly impact quality of life

Corza Medical’s SensorTek ROP Kit Revolutionizes Infant Eye Exams For the tiniest and most vulnerable patients, even a routine medical exam can be a significant challenge. This is especially true for premature infants who require screening for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), a potentially blinding eye disorder. Traditionally, these exams are delicate, complex, and carry inherent

Uncovering Glaucoma’s Hidden Threat in Rural India In the quiet, rural districts of India, a silent thief of sight is on the prowl. Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, often progresses without any symptoms until significant, permanent damage has occurred. For communities with limited access to healthcare, this hidden threat is particularly devastating.

Birmingham Eye Care Merger Creates Largest Southern Network In a landmark deal set to redefine vision care across the region, two of Birmingham’s most prominent eye care providers have joined forces. The merger between Alabama Vision Center and Southern Sight Consultants has officially created one of the largest and most comprehensive eye care networks in