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4 40 24 18 Cover image: Karl Brasse, MD, EyeLand Design 21 Laser vision correction 76–89 Feature February 2018 ASCRS NEWS A roundup of 2017 highlights 3 Trends, news, approvals reflect ophthalmology's priorities by Vanessa Caceres Insightful news from the ASCRS Foundation Thank you to the 2017 sight givers 14 The ASCRS Foundation was able to provide humanitarian eyecare to 25,000 patients in need in 2017 thanks to the active volunteers, industry partners, and donors In the journal 15 NEWS & OPINION Chief medical editor's corner of the world Dry eye, optometry, and ophthalmology 18 Dr. Donnenfeld discusses the need for ophthalmologists and optometrists to work together in management of dry eye disease by Eric Donnenfeld, MD Research highlight Study shows ophthalmologists are responsible with opioid prescriptions 20 Still, vigilance required to monitor for overuse, eye effects by Vanessa Caceres Monitor the eyes for ocular effects from antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications 21 Most effects easily managed but still require vigilance from ophthalmologists by Vanessa Caceres Research highlight Possible new use for botulinum toxin in ophthalmology 24 Research lays groundwork for possible use of drugs that target nerve function to alleviate photophobia and neuropathic dry eye by Liz Hillman Presentation spotlight Using patient reported outcomes to improve standards of care 26 PROMIS and ICHOM allow treatment over- views that can ultimately advance healthcare by Stefanie Petrou Binder, MD Insights Four dangerous words 30 In today's perfect storm, private equity money provides an exit strategy for ophthalmic practice owners. Will it work this time? by J.C. Noreika, MD, MBA CEO conversations An interview with Paul Hudson 32 Dr. Holland kicks off a new series of interviews by Edward Holland, MD General sessions at ASCRS• ASOA Annual Meeting to feature top experts 12 The 2018 ASCRS•ASOA Annual Meeting will be held April 13–17, in Washington, D.C. by Denise Monasterio Washington, D.C. attractions 40 Don't miss the chance to visit some of the many impressive monuments, memorials, and museums Washington, D.C. tours 44 Tour opportunities to take advantage of while you're in the nation's capital Advances in preoperative testing for refractive surgery 76 Determining a patient's image quality, ruling out keratoconus and ectasia risk, and assessing dry eye by Liz Hillman Choosing SMILE, PRK, or LASIK 80 Surgeons discuss the three procedures and other considerations in corneal refractive surgery by Ellen Stodola Considerations for irregular cornea treatments 84 Surgeons address the complex issue of when to treat—or not treat—patients with suspicious corneas by Rich Daly Current considerations for optimizing topographic ablations 86 After gaining popularity globally, topographic ablations are gaining traction in the U.S. by Michelle Stephenson Vance Thompson, MD World VieW 10 Advanced diagnostics and treatment modalities in corneal refractive surgery EW ASCRS News February 2018 ASCRS•ASOA CITY PREVIEW Washington, D.C. restaurants 36 Some of the many dining options available in D.C. Washington, D.C. nightlife 38 If you're interested in the nightlife scene, here are some of the bars and clubs that D.C. has to offer

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