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ASCRS This Week December 4 2024

Ophthalmology Quicksand Chronicles—Eureka Moments! Episode 3

Ophthalmology Quicksand Chronicles: Eureka Moments! hosts Nicole Fram, MD, and Elizabeth Yeu, MD, welcomed guest Mitch Shultz, MD, Medical Director of Shultz Chang Vision in Los Angeles, California, for the third episode in Season 4.

In the episode, “MIGS ‘Pro’ Moves,” Dr. Shultz shares expert MIGS surgical techniques to stay on track during surgery. From redirecting catheters to rethreading stents, you don’t want to miss this episode of OQC: Eureka Moments!

Watch the episode!

A special thank you to this episode’s sponsor, OSRX!

 

 

What’s New at ASCRS 2025

Each year, with attendee feedback and input from ASCRS leadership, the ASCRS Annual Meeting is refined and improved to meet the needs of anterior segment surgeons.

Here’s a quick rundown of what’s new this year (more details in the coming weeks!):

  • Symposia topics
  • Skills Transfer Labs
  • Get “H.I.P.” (high impact pearls)
  • Exhibit Hall hours & features
  • Keynote speaker Dr. Glaucomflecken, aka William Flanary, MD

Register now to check out everything that’s new at the ASCRS Annual Meeting!

 

Upcoming ASOA Encore Presentation

The American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators (ASOA) is preparing for its next ASOA Encore session as part of an online series based off of popular sessions from the 2024 ASOA Annual Meeting. These sessions are being re-presented live in a webinar format due to popular demand and relevance.

Tune in to “Interpreting Financial Statements To Successfully Manage Your Business” on December 12 from 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET.

ASOA Encore sessions are free for ASCRS members who attended the 2024 ASCRS Annual Meeting; email [email protected] to receive the registration code for free access. ASCRS members can also purchase access to the sessions and are, of course, encouraged to share information about relevant upcoming sessions with their practice staff members.

Did you know? ASCRS and ASOA members receive discounts on ASOA Career Hub services. Click here to create an account and get started.

 

 

Catch Up on These Special Member Messages

In honor of the 50th anniversary of ASCRS, member ophthalmologists from the 50 states are sending in their perspectives on the Society, sharing its impact on their career, and talking about its influence on the specialty as a whole.

Stay tuned each week through April 2025 for a new perspective. 

This week’s perspectives come from Ashley Pickering, MD, of Mississippi. Watch her video here.

 

 

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