Ocular Surface Review

A expert clinician gives step-by-step advice on how to care for dry eye and other chronic disorders of the ocular surface. By Paul M. Karpecki, OD

OSD Management in Glaucoma Patients

How to minimize the use of drops while treating both conditions.
08/15/2024

As Smooth As Silk

This unique protein is a brand new DED treatment.
05/15/2024

Shining the Slit Lamp on ADCs

ODs can greatly help ovarian cancer patients who are taking this advanced therapeutic agent, specifically Elahere.
03/15/2024

Not So Benign OSD

If your patient isn’t responding to treatment, look beyond the typical forms of ocular surface disease.
11/15/2023

Call the Exterminator

A new eye drop, Xdemvy, shows positive results in wiping out the unusually common condition known as Demodex blepharitis.
09/15/2023

Call the Exterminator

A new eye drop, Xdemvy, shows positive results in wiping out the unusually common condition known as Demodex blepharitis.
09/15/2023

First of its Kind

Miebo now gives us a medication option that targets MGD and evaporative DED.
07/15/2023

Drink Up

Hydrating the whole body—not just the eyes—is key to improving the ocular surface.
05/15/2023

Toxic Work Environment

Be aware of certain glaucoma therapy options that could harm the ocular surface.
03/15/2023

Right Tool for the Job

These small but mighty instruments can help you better perform a number of procedures and will enhance your practice.
02/15/2023