At Press Time

Tecnis lens gets NTIOL status, and more

Continuum of Care: The Capsular Tension Ring

CTRs can be an important part of your arsenal, but they must be used judiciously.

By ROBERT OSHER, M.D.

Current Treatment of Ocular Rosacea

Topical cyclosporine proves to be effective in treating Rosacea

By BARRY A. SCHECHTER, M.D.

Disability Insurance Roulette

Can you collect on your policy?

By EDWARD O. COMITZ, ESQ.

Five Traits for Success...or Failure

A list of the best and worst practices to set the course for your organization.

By Brad Ruden, MBA

How Imaging Technology Has Improved My Glaucoma Practice

A specialist discusses his personal experience with the evolution of the technology and provides commentary on a case study.

By E. Randy Craven, MD

Instrument Insider

Rhein Medical's Eco's Instruments

Interested in Growing Your Practice?

Your office administrator may play a key role.

Limiting Losses is Key to Investment Success

Three misconceptions can derail retirement plans.

By STEVEN HOLT ABERNATHY

Marketplace

Focus on Phacoemulsifiers

New M.D.

A feature recounting the experiences and thoughts of a newly minted ophthalmologist

On Time and Under Budget

How we upgraded and relocated our ASC.

By Paul S. Koch, MD

Point/Counterpoint: Mechanical Microkeratom vd. Femtosecond Laser

By Elizabeth A. Davis, MD, FACS

Positioning Contact Lenses Within Your Practice

This often overlooked revenue generator may have a place in your practice.

Research Digest

Spotlight on Technology & Technique

Canaloplasy; an advancement in non-penetrating glaucoma surgery

By LESLIE GOLDBERG, Associate

Stat Tracker

The latest data on staff salaries

The Practicality of the Non-Mydriatic Fundus Camera

This relatively inexpensive diagnostic tool can greatly increase your imaging capabilities.

By SHALOM KELMAN, M.D.

The Vast Untapped Market: Ocular Allergy

Many medicated seasonal allergy sufferers would benefit from a topical ocular drop - and they do not even know it.

By FRANK CELIA, CONTRIBUTING

Three Keys to Successful Patient Conversion

Overcoming fear, finances and customer service issues.

By JIM BROCATO

Viewpoint

From the Chief Medical Editor

Ask the Career Coach

Ten Tips to Keep New Associates on Track

By John B. Pinto

Do You Have What it Takes to Start a Refractive Practice?

Set aside those medical credentials for a moment, and think like a small business owner.

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Letter of the Law

Understanding Restrictive Covenants

Redefining Custom LASIK

More than a wavefront, custom LASIK is a chain of events. Outcomes are only as good as the weakest link.

By John A. Vukich, MD

The Nuts and Bolts of Business Planning

Whether you're building your own practice or retooling someone else's, these tips will give you a good foundation.