American Academy of Ophthalmology

Accurate #coding skills are essential to protecting revenue and ensuring compliance. The 2026 Fundamentals of #Ophthalmic Coding Course is designed to build confidence. Learn from Mahsaw Mansoor, MD, and Heather Dunn, COA, OCS, on June 18 and strengthen your approach to E/M vs. Eye visit coding, CPT, ICD-10, modifiers, and documentation. Register now to build strong coding habits: https://ow.ly/90jz50YYogB #AAO

There’s a new exhibit at the Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye in San Francisco! It explores the history of trachoma, a bacterial eye infection behind some of the nation’s first public health policies. The special exhibit explores the American story of immigration at Angel Island and Ellis Island, and the discovery of an antibiotic cure via worldwide public health efforts. This exhibit also features rare medical books, antique surgical tools, and fascinating glass photo slides. Trachoma: Bacteria, Immigration, and Public Health will be on display until Spring 2027. Full Details: https://lnkd.in/gGrUZ9Xx #EyeHealthAwareness #Trachoma #PublicHealth #Ophthalmology #AAO #EyeMuseum #Museum

For many ophthalmologists, AAO is the one meeting that stays on the calendar year after year. From every subspecialty and every stage of practice they come to explore new ideas, connect with colleagues, and return home with perspectives that shape the year ahead. Are you ready for #aao2026 in New Orleans from Oct. 9–12? Registration opens soon: aao.org/2026 #AAO #Ophthalmology

Join us at the 2026 Global Ophthalmology Summit where you and your peers from around the world will explore “Innovation, AI, and Technology: Expanding Access to Healthcare Worldwide.” Don't miss your chance to save up to $185 on registration fees when you sign up by May 20: https://lnkd.in/ezCs56NE Topics include: 🔷 AI and global health — where are we really? 🔷 How AI-powered telelearning is expanding access to training worldwide 🔷 Coordinating case delivery during crises and emergencies The Summit is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is scheduled to begin with breakfast at 7 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, and concludes around noon on Sunday, Aug. 9. Register by May 20 to save up to $185. Book your hotel by July 21. #ophthalmology #globalophthalmology #globalophthalmologysummit #gos2026 #aaoeye #willseye Wills Eye Hospital

Eyelid sling may be indicated following a failed eyelid shortening procedure or when a patient has paralytic lower eyelid retraction. In this video, Dr. Guy Ben Simon shows how to create a sling from a long strip of fascia lata tissue (taken from above the knee) and attach it to first the medial canthal tendon and then the lateral orbital rim. Watch: https://lnkd.in/g2YNFvyE #AAO #Ophthalmology

A 45-year-old woman experienced bilateral Aspergillus endophthalmitis after toxic mushroom ingestion. The right eye underwent lensectomy, vitrectomies with silicone oil, and foldable capsular vitreous body (FCVB) (Guangzhou Vesber Biotechnology Co, Ltd) (A) implantation for recurrent retinal detachment. At 11 months, visual acuity was hand motion. Anterior imaging (B, C) confirmed proper FCVB positioning, with OCT (D) showing 299-μm capsule thickness. Fundus (E) revealed bare retinal pigment epithelium (orange) with residual peripapillary/nasal retina (“postage stamp”), traction strands, and FCVB loop (arrow). This approach uniquely provides sustained mechanical support for retina and globe structure, avoiding phthisis bulbi and long-term silicone oil complications. From “Foldable Capsular Vitreous Body in Aspergillus Endophthalmitis” by Yan Zhou, BS, Shi Feng, MD, Rongping Dai, MD. Published by Ophthalmology Retina online on October 22, 2025. Read: https://ow.ly/ulhE50YEEPV #AAO

Tantalum ring placement facilitates accurate localization in proton beam therapy for uveal melanoma. Dr. Heiferman and Dr. Chung demonstrate a step-by-step surgical technique for episcleral marker placement, including conjunctival peritomy, scleral fixation, and optimal marker positioning. Watch: https://ow.ly/Ir0G50YWMEi #AAO #Ophthalmology

How does the Hydrus Microstent perform outside of clinical trials? Emily Schehlein, MD, and Thomas V Johnson MD, discuss their findings from the Ophthalmology #Glaucoma article, Clinical Outcomes of Hydrus Microstent Implantation for Open-Angle Glaucoma: Results from a Large Academic Center. Listen now to the #Ophthalmology Journal podcast: https://lnkd.in/gxejE4Ma. #AAO

Join our upcoming webinar to meet Agent Claire—an intelligent assistant built to streamline data submission for the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), helping clinicians save time, reduce reporting risks, and improve overall performance tied to Medicare reimbursement. Hear from industry experts as they discuss how solutions like Agent Claire are transforming MIPS reporting and share insights on optimizing your performance. Register now: https://hubs.la/Q04fn04g0

What’s your diagnosis for this month’s Blink image? Comment with your best guess. [Academy Members] https://ow.ly/BEHN50YVRtu #AAO #EyeNetMag #Ophthalmology