In this episode, Dr. Mahnia Madan and I discuss the challenges of managing glaucoma and dry eye conditions. We explore the impact of glaucoma medications on dry eyes, the importance of tailored treatment plans, cyclosporines, lid hygiene, in-office therapies like IPL, and the collaborative approach between optometrists and ophthalmologists. The discussion emphasizes the need for personalized care to improve patients' quality of life.
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In this episode, Dr. Mahnia Madan and I discuss the challenges of managing glaucoma and dry eye conditions. We explore the impact of glaucoma medications on dry eyes, the importance of tailored treatment plans, cyclosporines, lid hygiene, in-office therapies like IPL, and the collaborative approach between optometrists and ophthalmologists. The discussion emphasizes the need for personalized care to improve patients' quality of life.
Ep 35 Talking About Glaucoma - 21Feb2022 GEDDE Steve Lessons Learned from Glaucoma Surgical Trials (AAC)
Talking About Glaucoma (AAC)
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Ep 35 Talking About Glaucoma - 21Feb2022 GEDDE Steve Lessons Learned from Glaucoma Surgical Trials (AAC)
There have been many trials proving surgical intervention does indeed reduce the risk of progressive glaucoma damage for our patients. These include Treatment vs No Treatment studies as well as studies that compare different types of treatment. In this episode, I talk with Steve Gedde, from the University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, about lessons learned from these clinical trials.
Talking About Glaucoma (AAC)
In this episode, Dr. Mahnia Madan and I discuss the challenges of managing glaucoma and dry eye conditions. We explore the impact of glaucoma medications on dry eyes, the importance of tailored treatment plans, cyclosporines, lid hygiene, in-office therapies like IPL, and the collaborative approach between optometrists and ophthalmologists. The discussion emphasizes the need for personalized care to improve patients' quality of life.
