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Ophthalmology Management

Volume 28 October 2024

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Features

Starting a Practice, With a Little Help

A practice owner shares her first-hand experience.

By Jennifer Loh, MD

The Growth of a Multi-Location Practice

Vance Thompson, MD, and Brent Kramer, MD, discuss why they chose the multi-site route and how they made it work.

By VANCE THOMPSON, MD, Brent Kramer, MD

'Tis Better to Give and Receive

Ophthalmologists play a crucial role in mentoring the next generation.

By Joseph F. Jalkiewicz, contributing writer

Improve Efficiency to Maximize Patient Time

Four MDs share some of their best tips for streamlining the patient experience and education process.

By Lindsey Getz, Contributing Editor

The Vital Role We Play in Advocacy

Ophthalmologists can have a profound impact on Capitol Hill.

By Renee Bovelle, MD

Capitalize on Ocular Surface Disease

This case study reveals how one practice successfully developed and executed a dry eye clinic business plan.

By Jacob Lang, OD, GARY S. SCHWARTZ, MD, MHA, DANIEL K. ZISMER, PHD

Web Exclusives

Academic vs Private Practice for the Ophthalmologist

The differences between the two practice settings are significant, so consider your goals before choosing.

By Cristos Ifantides, MD, MBA

When Things Go Wrong in the OR

How to navigate challenges in the operating room to ensure the best patient outcomes

By Sabrina Mukhtar, MD

The Women in Ophthalmology 2024 Summer Symposium

Progress, parity and peach bellinis

By Amee D. Azad, MD, MS, Anna C. Momont, MD, Janet Alexander, MD, MS, et al.

Financial Factor: Learn to Fall

Mishaps are inevitable, so formulate a plan to limit the damage and even benefit from them.

By Scott LaBorwit, MD

Supported Content

Home IOP Monitoring Reveals the Full Picture

Critical data generated by the iCare HOME2 tonometer informs glaucoma management decisions while engaging and empowering patients.

By Iqbal K. Ahmed, MD, FRCSC, Anna Huixin Zhang, MD

Ocular Surface Disease – Finding the Culprit

Case studies for targeted management

By ZEBA A. SYED, MD, Cynthia Matossian MD, FACS

Atopic Dermatitis

Prevalence has increased up to three times in the last few decades

By John D. Sheppard, MD

Management of Ocular Surface Disease in Glaucoma Patients

Prioritizing OSD management can lead to a significant improvement in the overall quality of life for these patients.

By Beeran Meghpara, MD, Manjool Shah, MD

Departments

Viewpoint: The Pros and Cons of Noncompetes

The Pros and Cons of Noncompetes

By LISA K. FEULNER, MD, PHD

Coding & Reimbursement: Separate Procedures and NCCI Bundles

Exceptions to restrictions and limitations exist, but understanding the exceptions and modifier usage is crucial.

By Brandy H. Sperry, COMT, COE, CPC, CPMA

Rx Perspective: Hyaluronic Acid Plays New Role in DED Treatment

Lacrifill represents an innovative approach to dry eye disease.

By Joseph F. Jalkiewicz, contributing writer

Keeping It Legal: Just How Binding Is That Noncompete?

The Federal Trade Commission has weighed in on these common features of physician employment.

By Allison Shuren, JD, Loreli Wright, JD, MS, Jeenie Kahng, JD

Industry Insider: Apellis Pharmaceuticals' Dr. Phil Ferrone

Phil Ferrone, MD, chief medical retina advisor, discusses his role.

Real World Ophthalmology Corner: Master Communication in Ophthalmology

Use these five techniques to become a more effective listener.

By Sneha Gajarla, BS, Lisa M. Nijm, MD, JD

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