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    <title>Eyewire News: The Podcast</title>
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    <description>Eyewire News: The Podcast keeps listeners updated with the latest information in the ophthalmic field, featuring breaking news from press releases, medical journals, vision publications, and other news sources.</description>
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    <itunes:summary>Eyewire News: The Podcast keeps listeners updated with the latest information in the ophthalmic field, featuring breaking news from press releases, medical journals, vision publications, and other news sources.</itunes:summary>
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      <![CDATA[<p>Eyewire News: The Podcast keeps listeners updated with the latest information in the ophthalmic field, featuring breaking news from press releases, medical journals, vision publications, and other news sources.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:name>Bryn Mawr Communications (BMC)</itunes:name>
      <itunes:email>analytics@bmctoday.com</itunes:email>
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      <title>Breaking News from the ASCRS Meeting in Washington DC</title>
      <description>Eyewire reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting in Washington DC. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Eyewire reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting in Washington DC. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Eyewire reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting in Washington DC. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>823</itunes:duration>
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      <title>More than 3 Million Bottles of Eye Drops Recalled</title>
      <description>A major recall is announced for several store-brand OTC eye drops; the FDA extends dosing intervals for Eylea HD in patients with Wet AMD and DME; and Bausch + Lomb launches its second full range of vision IOL in Europe.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:53:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>A major recall is announced for several store-brand OTC eye drops; the FDA extends dosing intervals for Eylea HD in patients with Wet AMD and DME; and Bausch + Lomb launches its second full range of vision IOL in Europe.
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        <![CDATA[<p>A major recall is announced for several store-brand OTC eye drops; the FDA extends dosing intervals for Eylea HD in patients with Wet AMD and DME; and Bausch + Lomb launches its second full range of vision IOL in Europe.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>281</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Biogen Enters GA Treatment Market After Major Acquisition</title>
      <description>Pharma giant Biogen announces its intention to acquire Apellis in a multi-billion dollar deal; a recently approved first-of-its-kind presbyopia drop is commercially launched; and Kodiak Sciences releases phase 3 data for its diabetic retinopathy drug candidate.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:06:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Pharma giant Biogen announces its intention to acquire Apellis in a multi-billion dollar deal; a recently approved first-of-its-kind presbyopia drop is commercially launched; and Kodiak Sciences releases phase 3 data for its diabetic retinopathy drug candidate.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pharma giant Biogen announces its intention to acquire Apellis in a multi-billion dollar deal; a recently approved first-of-its-kind presbyopia drop is commercially launched; and Kodiak Sciences releases phase 3 data for its diabetic retinopathy drug candidate.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>344</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Interview with ASCRS Executive Director Steve Speares</title>
      <description>The Executive Director of The American Society of Cataract &amp; Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) previews the upcoming annual meeting and discusses the most pressing issues facing ophthalmology. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The Executive Director of The American Society of Cataract &amp; Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) previews the upcoming annual meeting and discusses the most pressing issues facing ophthalmology. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Executive Director of The American Society of Cataract &amp; Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) previews the upcoming annual meeting and discusses the most pressing issues facing ophthalmology. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>701</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Alcon and Lensar Call Off Merger</title>
      <description>Alcon and Lensar provide a major update to their proposed merger; the latest IOL on Johnson &amp; Johnson’s Tecnis platform receives FDA approval; and the FDA issues another CRL to Aldeyra Therapeutics for its investigational dry eye drug reproxalap.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:31:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Alcon and Lensar provide a major update to their proposed merger; the latest IOL on Johnson &amp; Johnson’s Tecnis platform receives FDA approval; and the FDA issues another CRL to Aldeyra Therapeutics for its investigational dry eye drug reproxalap.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon and Lensar provide a major update to their proposed merger; the latest IOL on Johnson &amp; Johnson’s Tecnis platform receives FDA approval; and the FDA issues another CRL to Aldeyra Therapeutics for its investigational dry eye drug reproxalap<strong>.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>382</itunes:duration>
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      <title>FDA Agrees to Review Phentolamine for Presbyopia</title>
      <description>The FDA agrees to review a presbyopia drop designed to modulate pupil dynamics; a new endocapsular device receives clearance in Europe; and Rayner makes an acquisition to expands its cataract surgery portfolio. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:07:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The FDA agrees to review a presbyopia drop designed to modulate pupil dynamics; a new endocapsular device receives clearance in Europe; and Rayner makes an acquisition to expands its cataract surgery portfolio. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>The FDA agrees to review a presbyopia drop designed to modulate pupil dynamics; a new endocapsular device receives clearance in Europe; and Rayner makes an acquisition to expands its cataract surgery portfolio. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>691</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Zeiss Launches App to Improve Workflow</title>
      <description>Zeiss releases a software app that aims to address longstanding challenges in ophthalmic care; Oertli launches its new surgical platform, the OS 4 Up, in Europe; and Harrow introduces direct-to-prescriber cash-pay kits for ophthalmic branded medications.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:51:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Zeiss releases a software app that aims to address longstanding challenges in ophthalmic care; Oertli launches its new surgical platform, the OS 4 Up, in Europe; and Harrow introduces direct-to-prescriber cash-pay kits for ophthalmic branded medications.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Zeiss releases a software app that aims to address longstanding challenges in ophthalmic care; Oertli launches its new surgical platform, the OS 4 Up, in Europe; and Harrow introduces direct-to-prescriber cash-pay kits for ophthalmic branded medications.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>233</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Ocular Releases Phase 3 Data for Wet AMD Candidate Axpaxli </title>
      <description>Ocular Therapeutix releases its long-awaited SOL-1 phase 3 data for wet AMD drug candidate Axpaxli; Nordic Pharma expands the availability of its novel dry eye therapy Lacrifill; and Alcon launches the only multifocal toric contact lens featuring Water Gradient Technology.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:08:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Ocular Therapeutix releases its long-awaited SOL-1 phase 3 data for wet AMD drug candidate Axpaxli; Nordic Pharma expands the availability of its novel dry eye therapy Lacrifill; and Alcon launches the only multifocal toric contact lens featuring Water Gradient Technology.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Ocular Therapeutix releases its long-awaited SOL-1 phase 3 data for wet AMD drug candidate Axpaxli; Nordic Pharma expands the availability of its novel dry eye therapy Lacrifill; and Alcon launches the only multifocal toric contact lens featuring Water Gradient Technology.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>362</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Study: Metformin May Lower AMD Progression</title>
      <description>New research reveals that a popular diabetes treatment may lower the risk of AMD progression; a study examines the performance of large language models on specialty ophthalmology examinations; and a new doctor-led alliance that aims to support private practice optometrists has officially launched. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:45:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>New research reveals that a popular diabetes treatment may lower the risk of AMD progression; a study examines the performance of large language models on specialty ophthalmology examinations; and a new doctor-led alliance that aims to support private practice optometrists has officially launched. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>New research reveals that a popular diabetes treatment may lower the risk of AMD progression; a study examines the performance of large language models on specialty ophthalmology examinations; and a new doctor-led alliance that aims to support private practice optometrists has officially launched. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>306</itunes:duration>
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      <title>First Dual-Agent Eye Drop for Presbyopia Approved</title>
      <description>The FDA approves the first dual-agent eye drop for presbyopia; Rayner launches a personalized, AI-powered patient education platform; and new study examines the link between sleep positioning and eye pressure. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The FDA approves the first dual-agent eye drop for presbyopia; Rayner launches a personalized, AI-powered patient education platform; and new study examines the link between sleep positioning and eye pressure. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>The FDA approves the first dual-agent eye drop for presbyopia; Rayner launches a personalized, AI-powered patient education platform; and new study examines the link between sleep positioning and eye pressure. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>445</itunes:duration>
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      <title>FDA Approves Label Supplement for iDose TR</title>
      <description>The FDA approves a key label supplement for Glaukos’ iDoseTR; Nidek announces the European launch of a new open-field refraction system; and there have been several leadership changes announced during the first month of 2026.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The FDA approves a key label supplement for Glaukos’ iDoseTR; Nidek announces the European launch of a new open-field refraction system; and there have been several leadership changes announced during the first month of 2026.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The FDA approves a key label supplement for Glaukos’ iDoseTR; Nidek announces the European launch of a new open-field refraction system; and there have been several leadership changes announced during the first month of 2026.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>337</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Rayner Launches New Phaco System</title>
      <description>Rayner launches a new phaco system in the US; Eylea 8 mg is approved for a third indication in Europe; and Nanodropper announces a consolidation plan to expand its offerings under a new name. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 21:02:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Rayner launches a new phaco system in the US; Eylea 8 mg is approved for a third indication in Europe; and Nanodropper announces a consolidation plan to expand its offerings under a new name. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Rayner launches a new phaco system in the US; Eylea 8 mg is approved for a third indication in Europe; and Nanodropper announces a consolidation plan to expand its offerings under a new name. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>254</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Moorfields Researchers Reveal Promising Treatment for Hypotony</title>
      <description>New research may provide hope for patients with a rare vision-threatening condition; the first daily disposable soft contact lens using EDOF technology for presbyopia is cleared in the US; and there several advancements made in the clinical development of treatment candidates for retinal diseases.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:21:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>New research may provide hope for patients with a rare vision-threatening condition; the first daily disposable soft contact lens using EDOF technology for presbyopia is cleared in the US; and there several advancements made in the clinical development of treatment candidates for retinal diseases.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>New research may provide hope for patients with a rare vision-threatening condition; the first daily disposable soft contact lens using EDOF technology for presbyopia is cleared in the US; and there several advancements made in the clinical development of treatment candidates for retinal diseases.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>622</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Staar Terminates Merger with Alcon</title>
      <description>Shareholders vote on Alcon’s blockbuster acquisition proposal for Staar Surgical; the FDA responds to Outlook’s latest BLA submission for wet AMD drug Lytenava; and the FDA approves an interchangeable biosimilar to Lucentis. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:41:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Shareholders vote on Alcon’s blockbuster acquisition proposal for Staar Surgical; the FDA responds to Outlook’s latest BLA submission for wet AMD drug Lytenava; and the FDA approves an interchangeable biosimilar to Lucentis. 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Shareholders vote on Alcon’s blockbuster acquisition proposal for Staar Surgical; the FDA responds to Outlook’s latest BLA submission for wet AMD drug Lytenava; and the FDA approves an interchangeable biosimilar to Lucentis. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>695</itunes:duration>
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      <title>2025 Year in Review - Part 2</title>
      <description>Highlights from the last 6 months of 2025 include advancements of emerging technologies in glaucoma, the first pharmacologic treatment for myopia in Europe, the expansion of labels for anti-VEGF treatments, and the release of the DEWS III report exploring the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Highlights from the last 6 months of 2025 include advancements of emerging technologies in glaucoma, the first pharmacologic treatment for myopia in Europe, the expansion of labels for anti-VEGF treatments, and the release of the DEWS III report exploring the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease. 
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      <title>2025 Year in Review - Part 1</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>There were several advancements made during the first 6 months of 2025, including the first FDA approval for neurodegenerative disease MacTel; the approval of a first-of-its-kind drug for dry eye disease; advancements in premium IOLs; the approval of an excimer laser platform, and the launch of a new presbyopia drop.
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        <![CDATA[<p>There were several advancements made during the first 6 months of 2025, including the first FDA approval for neurodegenerative disease MacTel; the approval of a first-of-its-kind drug for dry eye disease; advancements in premium IOLs; the approval of an excimer laser platform, and the launch of a new presbyopia drop.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Update on Reproxalap PDUFA Timing</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:44:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Aldeyra provides an update on the timing of its dry eye disease treatment candidate reproxalap; Ocular Therapeutix pursues an accelerated NDA pathway for wet AMD therapy Axpaxli; and companies with late-stage drug candidates announce FDA submission plans. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Aldeyra provides an update on the timing of its dry eye disease treatment candidate reproxalap; Ocular Therapeutix pursues an accelerated NDA pathway for wet AMD therapy Axpaxli; and companies with late-stage drug candidates announce FDA submission plans. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>531</itunes:duration>
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      <title>New Glaucoma Technologies Advance in Clinical Development</title>
      <description>Companies with plans to commercialize glaucoma technologies in the US reach clinical milestones; Haag-Streit announces the global launch of a new Indirect ROP Laser Module; and EyeYon Medical gets approval to initiate a US clinical study of its EndoArt corneal implant. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:32:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Companies with plans to commercialize glaucoma technologies in the US reach clinical milestones; Haag-Streit announces the global launch of a new Indirect ROP Laser Module; and EyeYon Medical gets approval to initiate a US clinical study of its EndoArt corneal implant. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Companies with plans to commercialize glaucoma technologies in the US reach clinical milestones; Haag-Streit announces the global launch of a new Indirect ROP Laser Module; and EyeYon Medical gets approval to initiate a US clinical study of its EndoArt corneal implant. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Eylea HD Approved for RVO and Extended Dosing</title>
      <description>Eylea HD gains FDA approval for a new indication and dosing schedule; Lucentis biosimilar Byooviz receives a key approval in Europe; and Belite Bio announces topline results from its global phase 3 trial evaluating its drug candidate for Stargardt disease. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 20:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Eylea HD gains FDA approval for a new indication and dosing schedule; Lucentis biosimilar Byooviz receives a key approval in Europe; and Belite Bio announces topline results from its global phase 3 trial evaluating its drug candidate for Stargardt disease. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Eylea HD gains FDA approval for a new indication and dosing schedule; Lucentis biosimilar Byooviz receives a key approval in Europe; and Belite Bio announces topline results from its global phase 3 trial evaluating its drug candidate for Stargardt disease. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Leaders Discuss Emerging Technologies in Glaucoma</title>
      <description>Several new technologies are emerging that aim to transform the way glaucoma is treated and managed. Many of these technologies are now available to patients outside of the United States, with the goal of expanding availability to the US and beyond. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:30:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Several new technologies are emerging that aim to transform the way glaucoma is treated and managed. Many of these technologies are now available to patients outside of the United States, with the goal of expanding availability to the US and beyond. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Several new technologies are emerging that aim to transform the way glaucoma is treated and managed. Many of these technologies are now available to patients outside of the United States, with the goal of expanding availability to the US and beyond. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Live Coverage of B+L Investor Day</title>
      <description>Bausch + Lomb outlines a  strategic path to innovation and growth at its Investor Day; Apellis reports new 5-year data examining Syfovre and GA progression; and two global organizations for restoring sight merge. 
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:40:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Bausch + Lomb outlines a  strategic path to innovation and growth at its Investor Day; Apellis reports new 5-year data examining Syfovre and GA progression; and two global organizations for restoring sight merge. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bausch + Lomb outlines a  strategic path to innovation and growth at its Investor Day; Apellis reports new 5-year data examining Syfovre and GA progression; and two global organizations for restoring sight merge. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>419</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Ryjunea Approved in the UK for Myopia</title>
      <description>Sydnexis receives another regulatory approval for its childhood myopia eye drop; Eli Lilly makes two major investments in ophthalmology; and Nanoscope reports new long-term data for its intravitreal optogenetic therapy for RP.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:43:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Sydnexis receives another regulatory approval for its childhood myopia eye drop; Eli Lilly makes two major investments in ophthalmology; and Nanoscope reports new long-term data for its intravitreal optogenetic therapy for RP.
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Sydnexis receives another regulatory approval for its childhood myopia eye drop; Eli Lilly makes two major investments in ophthalmology; and Nanoscope reports new long-term data for its intravitreal optogenetic therapy for RP.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Ophthalmic Executives Provide Company Updates (Part 2 of 2)</title>
      <description>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:33:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>918</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Ophthalmic Executives Provide Company Updates (Part 1 of 2)</title>
      <description>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:29:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of Eyewire News the Podcast. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Breaking News from the AAO Meeting in Orlando</title>
      <description>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from thee American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Orlando.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:27:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from thee American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Orlando.
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        <![CDATA[<p>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from thee American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Orlando.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1284</itunes:duration>
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      <title>First Robotic Cataract Surgery Performed</title>
      <description>Uday Devgan, MD, shares his experience performing the world’s first robotic cataract surgery; Konan Medical receives CE Mark for its objectiveFIELD Analyzer perimetry device; and Biotech Healthcare launches a new full visual range EDOF IOL. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:27:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Uday Devgan, MD, shares his experience performing the world’s first robotic cataract surgery; Konan Medical receives CE Mark for its objectiveFIELD Analyzer perimetry device; and Biotech Healthcare launches a new full visual range EDOF IOL. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Uday Devgan, MD, shares his experience performing the world’s first robotic cataract surgery; Konan Medical receives CE Mark for its objectiveFIELD Analyzer perimetry device; and Biotech Healthcare launches a new full visual range EDOF IOL. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Lenz Therapeutics' Vizz Commerically Launched</title>
      <description>A first-of-its-kind presbyopia eye drop is now commercially available; Lumibird introduces ICL Guru Integration on its ultrasound platform; and the makers of gene therapy candidates for retinal diseases provide clinical updates.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 20:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>A first-of-its-kind presbyopia eye drop is now commercially available; Lumibird introduces ICL Guru Integration on its ultrasound platform; and the makers of gene therapy candidates for retinal diseases provide clinical updates.
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        <![CDATA[<p>A first-of-its-kind presbyopia eye drop is now commercially available; Lumibird introduces ICL Guru Integration on its ultrasound platform; and the makers of gene therapy candidates for retinal diseases provide clinical updates.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>387</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Visionary Breakthroughs: A Spotlight on Innovations in Eye Care (Part 2 of 2)</title>
      <description>Industry executives discuss future innovations and breakthroughs that are poised to reshape the future of ophthalmic care. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 19:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Industry executives discuss future innovations and breakthroughs that are poised to reshape the future of ophthalmic care. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Industry executives discuss future innovations and breakthroughs that are poised to reshape the future of ophthalmic care. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1065</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Visionary Breakthroughs: A Spotlight on Innovations in Eye Care (Part 1 of 2)</title>
      <description>Industry executives discuss future innovations and breakthroughs that are poised to reshape the future of ophthalmic care. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:05:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Industry executives discuss future innovations and breakthroughs that are poised to reshape the future of ophthalmic care. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Industry executives discuss future innovations and breakthroughs that are poised to reshape the future of ophthalmic care. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1100</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Breaking News From the ESCRS Congress in Copenhagen</title>
      <description>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the ESCRS Congress in Copenhagen. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 21:23:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the ESCRS Congress in Copenhagen. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the ESCRS Congress in Copenhagen. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1007</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Vision Advocacy Leaders Speak Out Against Proposed NEI Cuts</title>
      <description>A proposal by the Trump Administration calls for cuts to the National Institutes of Health and consolidation of the federal government’s 27 institutes into just eight. This includes folding the National Eye Institute into a new broader institute on neuroscience and brain research. Ophthalmic leaders discuss what the vision care advocacy community is doing to combat proposed cuts to the National Eye Institute. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>A proposal by the Trump Administration calls for cuts to the National Institutes of Health and consolidation of the federal government’s 27 institutes into just eight. This includes folding the National Eye Institute into a new broader institute on neuroscience and brain research. Ophthalmic leaders discuss what the vision care advocacy community is doing to combat proposed cuts to the National Eye Institute. 
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      <title>Update on Investigational Treatments for Retinal Diseases</title>
      <description>Several companies with treatment candidates for retinal diseases provide clinical updates; Nicox releases new phase 3 data for its investigational glaucoma eye drop; the first patient is implanted with Ocumetics’ novel accommodating lens; and ASCRS provides details for its second annual Business of Refractive Cataract Surgery Summit.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 19:48:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Several companies with treatment candidates for retinal diseases provide clinical updates; Nicox releases new phase 3 data for its investigational glaucoma eye drop; the first patient is implanted with Ocumetics’ novel accommodating lens; and ASCRS provides details for its second annual Business of Refractive Cataract Surgery Summit.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Several companies with treatment candidates for retinal diseases provide clinical updates; Nicox releases new phase 3 data for its investigational glaucoma eye drop; the first patient is implanted with Ocumetics’ novel accommodating lens; and ASCRS provides details for its second annual Business of Refractive Cataract Surgery Summit.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>449</itunes:duration>
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      <title>CE Certification for New Glaucoma Surgical Implant</title>
      <description>Ciliatech obtains CE certification for the Intercil Uveal Spacer surgical implant; Zeiss receives CE mark for a new device that uses AI to automate OCT assessment; and the FDA extends the target action dates for two Eylea HD submissions.


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      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 19:54:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Ciliatech obtains CE certification for the Intercil Uveal Spacer surgical implant; Zeiss receives CE mark for a new device that uses AI to automate OCT assessment; and the FDA extends the target action dates for two Eylea HD submissions.


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        <![CDATA[<p>Ciliatech obtains CE certification for the Intercil Uveal Spacer surgical implant; Zeiss receives CE mark for a new device that uses AI to automate OCT assessment; and the FDA extends the target action dates for two Eylea HD submissions.<br></p>
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      <itunes:duration>272</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Special Report: TFOS DEWS III Leaders Discuss New DED Guidance</title>
      <description>Leaders from the Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society discuss the biggest takeaways from the recently released TFOS DEWS III report.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Leaders from the Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society discuss the biggest takeaways from the recently released TFOS DEWS III report.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Leaders from the Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society discuss the biggest takeaways from the recently released TFOS DEWS III report.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>613</itunes:duration>
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      <title>First Commerical Surgeries Performed with MacTel Therapy</title>
      <description>Charles Wykoff, MD, PhD, shares his experience performing the first commercial case for a patient with MacTel; VSY Biotechnology launches its Enova Hydrophobic IOLs with a new preloaded delivery system; and an app is launched that syncs AI directly to leading OCT devices.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Charles Wykoff, MD, PhD, shares his experience performing the first commercial case for a patient with MacTel; VSY Biotechnology launches its Enova Hydrophobic IOLs with a new preloaded delivery system; and an app is launched that syncs AI directly to leading OCT devices.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Charles Wykoff, MD, PhD, shares his experience performing the first commercial case for a patient with MacTel; VSY Biotechnology launches its Enova Hydrophobic IOLs with a new preloaded delivery system; and an app is launched that syncs AI directly to leading OCT devices.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>489</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Alcon Acquires Staar for $1.5 Billion</title>
      <description>Alcon makes a major acquisition to expand its refractive portfolio; the CEO of Lenz Therapeutics joins us to discuss the FDA approval of a new presbyopia drop; and the optical industry braces for major changes as new reciprocal tariffs are set to begin this week.

 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 20:45:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Alcon makes a major acquisition to expand its refractive portfolio; the CEO of Lenz Therapeutics joins us to discuss the FDA approval of a new presbyopia drop; and the optical industry braces for major changes as new reciprocal tariffs are set to begin this week.

 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon makes a major acquisition to expand its refractive portfolio; the CEO of Lenz Therapeutics joins us to discuss the FDA approval of a new presbyopia drop; and the optical industry braces for major changes as new reciprocal tariffs are set to begin this week.</p>
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      <itunes:duration>802</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Tryptyr Now Available in US</title>
      <description>Alcon launches its recently approved dry eye drug Tryptyr; a potential $1 billion deal is made to advance extended-release therapies for eye diseases; and two companies with late-stage AMD drug candidates complete phase 3 enrollment.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:44:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Alcon launches its recently approved dry eye drug Tryptyr; a potential $1 billion deal is made to advance extended-release therapies for eye diseases; and two companies with late-stage AMD drug candidates complete phase 3 enrollment.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon launches its recently approved dry eye drug Tryptyr; a potential $1 billion deal is made to advance extended-release therapies for eye diseases; and two companies with late-stage AMD drug candidates complete phase 3 enrollment.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>294</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Harrow Adds Biosimilars to US Portfolio</title>
      <description>Harrow enters a deal to expand it biosimilar pharma portfolio; the first gene-agnostic therapy to restore vision in RP patients advances; and Aldeyra provides an update on its dry eye drug candidate reproxalap.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 20:46:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Harrow enters a deal to expand it biosimilar pharma portfolio; the first gene-agnostic therapy to restore vision in RP patients advances; and Aldeyra provides an update on its dry eye drug candidate reproxalap.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Harrow enters a deal to expand it biosimilar pharma portfolio; the first gene-agnostic therapy to restore vision in RP patients advances; and Aldeyra provides an update on its dry eye drug candidate reproxalap.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>279</itunes:duration>
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      <title>AECOS Presentation Summaries  </title>
      <description>Leading ophthalmologists share summaries of their presentations live from thee AECOS Summer Symposium.  

 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:09:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Leading ophthalmologists share summaries of their presentations live from thee AECOS Summer Symposium.  

 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Leading ophthalmologists share summaries of their presentations live from thee AECOS Summer Symposium.  </p>
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      <itunes:duration>657</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Alcon Acquires LumiThera</title>
      <description>Alcon makes a major acquisition to bolster is vitreoretinal surgery portfolio; the European Commission (EC) approves Eylea 8 mg for extended treatment intervals; and Eric Donnenfeld, MD, discusses the business of myopia management.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 19:34:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Alcon makes a major acquisition to bolster is vitreoretinal surgery portfolio; the European Commission (EC) approves Eylea 8 mg for extended treatment intervals; and Eric Donnenfeld, MD, discusses the business of myopia management.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon makes a major acquisition to bolster is vitreoretinal surgery portfolio; the European Commission (EC) approves Eylea 8 mg for extended treatment intervals; and Eric Donnenfeld, MD, discusses the business of myopia management.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>389</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Glaukos' MIGS Technology Certified in Europe; New Phase 3 Data for Presbyopia Drop</title>
      <description>Glaukos receives European Union certification for several of its MIGS technologies; Opus Genetics and Viatris present phase 3 results for their investigational presbyopia eye drop; and J&amp;J launches the first and only daily disposable contact lens for people with both astigmatism and presbyopia. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:48:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Glaukos receives European Union certification for several of its MIGS technologies; Opus Genetics and Viatris present phase 3 results for their investigational presbyopia eye drop; and J&amp;J launches the first and only daily disposable contact lens for people with both astigmatism and presbyopia. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Glaukos receives European Union certification for several of its MIGS technologies; Opus Genetics and Viatris present phase 3 results for their investigational presbyopia eye drop; and J&amp;J launches the first and only daily disposable contact lens for people with both astigmatism and presbyopia. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>311</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Special Report: Update on Holland Foundation</title>
      <description>The leaders of the Holland Foundation provide an update on the progress of the foundation and its mission to restore sight for patients with Severe Ocular Surface Disease.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>The leaders of the Holland Foundation provide an update on the progress of the foundation and its mission to restore sight for patients with Severe Ocular Surface Disease.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The leaders of the Holland Foundation provide an update on the progress of the foundation and its mission to restore sight for patients with Severe Ocular Surface Disease.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>533</itunes:duration>
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      <title>TFOS DEWS III Published</title>
      <description>The Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society publishes the third installment of the TFOS DEWS report; J&amp;J launches the Tecnis Odyssey presbyopia-correcting IOL in Europe, the Middle East, and Canada; and Harrow acquires the exclusive US commercial rights to postoperative inflammation and pain drug Byqlovi.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 20:35:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society publishes the third installment of the TFOS DEWS report; J&amp;J launches the Tecnis Odyssey presbyopia-correcting IOL in Europe, the Middle East, and Canada; and Harrow acquires the exclusive US commercial rights to postoperative inflammation and pain drug Byqlovi.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society<em> publishes the third installment of the TFOS DEWS </em>report; J&amp;J launches the Tecnis Odyssey presbyopia-correcting IOL in Europe, the Middle East, and Canada; and Harrow acquires the exclusive US commercial rights to postoperative inflammation and pain drug Byqlovi.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>303</itunes:duration>
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      <title>First Myopia Drug Approved in Europe</title>
      <description>The first pharmaceutical treatment for myopia is approved in Europe; the FDA sets a target action date for a first-of-its-kind presbyopia drop; and John Berdahl, MD, discusses the reimbursement landscape in ophthalmology. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 20:49:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The first pharmaceutical treatment for myopia is approved in Europe; the FDA sets a target action date for a first-of-its-kind presbyopia drop; and John Berdahl, MD, discusses the reimbursement landscape in ophthalmology. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>The first pharmaceutical treatment for myopia is approved in Europe; the FDA sets a target action date for a first-of-its-kind presbyopia drop; and John Berdahl, MD, discusses the reimbursement landscape in ophthalmology. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>295</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Alcon Gains FDA Approval for Novel DED Drug</title>
      <description>Alcon receives FDA approval for a novel pharmaceutical treatment for dry eye disease; Genentech’s Susvimo ocular implant is approval for a third indication in the US; and the makers of two investigational treatments for wet AMD complete enrollment in their respective phase 3 trials. 


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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:42:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Alcon receives FDA approval for a novel pharmaceutical treatment for dry eye disease; Genentech’s Susvimo ocular implant is approval for a third indication in the US; and the makers of two investigational treatments for wet AMD complete enrollment in their respective phase 3 trials. 


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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon receives FDA approval for a novel pharmaceutical treatment for dry eye disease; Genentech’s Susvimo ocular implant is approval for a third indication in the US; and the makers of two investigational treatments for wet AMD complete enrollment in their respective phase 3 trials. </p>
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      <itunes:duration>506</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Special Report: Executives Discuss Overcoming Challenges</title>
      <description>Ophthalmology executives share challenging situations they encountered, as well as the steps needed to overcome the challenge.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 17:50:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Ophthalmology executives share challenging situations they encountered, as well as the steps needed to overcome the challenge.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Ophthalmology executives share challenging situations they encountered, as well as the steps needed to overcome the challenge.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1291</itunes:duration>
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      <title>B+L Launches New Scleral Lenses Technology  </title>
      <description>B+L launches a new scleral lenses technology in the US; New World Medical introduces a transparent tip on its Streamline Surgical System, and an OCT platform is cleared in Europe.

 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 20:41:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>B+L launches a new scleral lenses technology in the US; New World Medical introduces a transparent tip on its Streamline Surgical System, and an OCT platform is cleared in Europe.

 
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        <![CDATA[<p>B+L launches<strong> </strong>a new scleral lenses technology in the US; New World Medical introduces a transparent tip on its Streamline Surgical System, and an OCT platform is cleared in Europe.</p>
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      <itunes:duration>232</itunes:duration>
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      <title>B+L Receives Approval in Europe for LuxLife IOL</title>
      <description>Bausch + Lomb receives CE Mark for a new full range of vision IOL; Aldeyra plans to once again resubmit a new drug application to the FDA for dry eye drug candidate reproxalap; and Topcon makes several deals to advance its AI and digital health solutions


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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 20:13:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Bausch + Lomb receives CE Mark for a new full range of vision IOL; Aldeyra plans to once again resubmit a new drug application to the FDA for dry eye drug candidate reproxalap; and Topcon makes several deals to advance its AI and digital health solutions


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        <![CDATA[<p>Bausch + Lomb receives CE Mark for a new full range of vision IOL; Aldeyra plans to once again resubmit a new drug application to the FDA for dry eye drug candidate reproxalap; and Topcon makes several deals to advance its AI and digital health solutions</p>
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      <title>Ophthalmic Leaders Launch SightLine Meeting</title>
      <description>Commercial stakeholders discuss the challenges and opportunities in ophthalmology in this special edition of Eyewire News: The Podcast.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 18:58:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Commercial stakeholders discuss the challenges and opportunities in ophthalmology in this special edition of Eyewire News: The Podcast.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Commercial stakeholders discuss the challenges and opportunities in ophthalmology in this special edition of Eyewire News: The Podcast.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>595</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Breaking News from the ASCRS Meeting in Los Angeles</title>
      <description>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) meeting in Los Angeles.


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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:11:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) meeting in Los Angeles.


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        <![CDATA[<p>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) meeting in Los Angeles.</p>
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      <itunes:duration>869</itunes:duration>
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      <title>FDA Issues CRL to Regeneron for Eylea HD Extended Dosing</title>
      <description>The FDA responds to Regeneron’s request to extend dosing intervals for Eylea HD; Regeneron applies for a new indication for Eylea HD; and several recent executive appointments are announced in the ophthalmology industry.
 
 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The FDA responds to Regeneron’s request to extend dosing intervals for Eylea HD; Regeneron applies for a new indication for Eylea HD; and several recent executive appointments are announced in the ophthalmology industry.
 
 
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        <![CDATA[<p>The FDA responds to Regeneron’s request to extend dosing intervals for Eylea HD; Regeneron applies for a new indication for Eylea HD; and several recent executive appointments are announced in the ophthalmology industry.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>284</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Orasis Launches Presbyopia Eye Drop Qlosi</title>
      <description>A presbyopia drop is officially launched in the US; Nordic Pharma receives European approval for its novel dry eye therapy; and Tenpoint submits an NDA for a presbyopia eye drop candidate.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:56:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>A presbyopia drop is officially launched in the US; Nordic Pharma receives European approval for its novel dry eye therapy; and Tenpoint submits an NDA for a presbyopia eye drop candidate.
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        <![CDATA[<p>A presbyopia drop is officially launched in the US; Nordic Pharma receives European approval for its novel dry eye therapy; and Tenpoint submits an NDA for a presbyopia eye drop candidate.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>576</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Utilizing AI to Provide DR Screening to Underserved Communities</title>
      <description>EyewireTV speaks with the leaders of Digital Diagnostics and AEYE Health about their diabetic screening technology, racial and socioeconomic disparities in eye care, and their mission to improve health equity by expanding their technology into underserved populations.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:16:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>EyewireTV speaks with the leaders of Digital Diagnostics and AEYE Health about their diabetic screening technology, racial and socioeconomic disparities in eye care, and their mission to improve health equity by expanding their technology into underserved populations.
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        <![CDATA[<p>EyewireTV speaks with the leaders of Digital Diagnostics and AEYE Health about their diabetic screening technology, racial and socioeconomic disparities in eye care, and their mission to improve health equity by expanding their technology into underserved populations.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1077</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Alcon Launches PanOptix Pro in US</title>
      <description>Alcon introduces its next-generation trifocal IOL; Alcon announces a deal to advance its clinical-stage allogeneic cell therapy; and Bausch + Lomb announces a voluntary recall of IOLs on its enVista platform.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:13:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Alcon introduces its next-generation trifocal IOL; Alcon announces a deal to advance its clinical-stage allogeneic cell therapy; and Bausch + Lomb announces a voluntary recall of IOLs on its enVista platform.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon introduces its next-generation trifocal IOL; Alcon announces a deal to advance its clinical-stage allogeneic cell therapy; and Bausch + Lomb announces a voluntary recall of IOLs on its enVista platform.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>392</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Alcon Announces Plans to Acquire Lensar</title>
      <description>Alcon makes a major acquisition to bolster its cataract surgery portfolio; Opthea releases phase results for its combination wet AMD candidate; and Bausch + Lomb announces results from a phase 4 extension study of dry eye disease drug Miebo.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:07:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Alcon makes a major acquisition to bolster its cataract surgery portfolio; Opthea releases phase results for its combination wet AMD candidate; and Bausch + Lomb announces results from a phase 4 extension study of dry eye disease drug Miebo.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon makes a major acquisition to bolster its cataract surgery portfolio; Opthea releases phase results for its combination wet AMD candidate; and Bausch + Lomb announces results from a phase 4 extension study of dry eye disease drug Miebo.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>326</itunes:duration>
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      <title>FDA Expands Product Label for Iluvien</title>
      <description>Iluvien receives a major label expansion; Bausch and Lomb launches a new orthokeratology lens fitting system; and several updates are announced in development wet AMD candidates. 


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      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 20:32:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Iluvien receives a major label expansion; Bausch and Lomb launches a new orthokeratology lens fitting system; and several updates are announced in development wet AMD candidates. 


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        <![CDATA[<p>Iluvien receives a major label expansion; Bausch and Lomb launches a new orthokeratology lens fitting system; and several updates are announced in development wet AMD candidates. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>279</itunes:duration>
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      <title>FDA Approves First Treatment for MacTel</title>
      <description>The CEO of Neurotech joins us to talk about the FDA approval of the first treatment for MacTel; a target action date is set for Sydnexis’ pediatric myopia treatment candidate; and three eye care companies collaborate to launch a wearable vision testing platform.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:47:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The CEO of Neurotech joins us to talk about the FDA approval of the first treatment for MacTel; a target action date is set for Sydnexis’ pediatric myopia treatment candidate; and three eye care companies collaborate to launch a wearable vision testing platform.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The CEO of Neurotech joins us to talk about the FDA approval of the first treatment for MacTel; a target action date is set for Sydnexis’ pediatric myopia treatment candidate; and three eye care companies collaborate to launch a wearable vision testing platform.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>503</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Haag-Streit Launches METIS 900 Microscope</title>
      <description>Haag-Streit launches the METIS 900 ophthalmic microscope system; the FDA accepts Glaukos’ NDA for Epi-on cross-linking; and Optos releases its next generation ultra-widefield SLO imaging technology.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 20:44:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Haag-Streit launches the METIS 900 ophthalmic microscope system; the FDA accepts Glaukos’ NDA for Epi-on cross-linking; and Optos releases its next generation ultra-widefield SLO imaging technology.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Haag-Streit launches the METIS 900 ophthalmic microscope system; the FDA accepts Glaukos’ NDA for Epi-on cross-linking; and Optos releases its next generation ultra-widefield SLO imaging technology.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>289</itunes:duration>
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      <title>New Myopia Software on Pentacam AXL</title>
      <description>Oculus launches new myopia software on its Pentacam AXL; the first clinical polygenic risk score test for glaucoma in the US is launched; and Virtual Vision Health releases visual acuity testing on its VR platform
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      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Oculus launches new myopia software on its Pentacam AXL; the first clinical polygenic risk score test for glaucoma in the US is launched; and Virtual Vision Health releases visual acuity testing on its VR platform
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        <![CDATA[<p>Oculus launches new myopia software on its Pentacam AXL; the first clinical polygenic risk score test for glaucoma in the US is launched; and Virtual Vision Health releases visual acuity testing on its VR platform</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>279</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Alcon Voyager DSLT Fully Launched in US</title>
      <description>Alcon launches the first DSLT device in thee US; the FDA approves an expanded label for Astellas Pharma's geographic atrophy drug Izervay; and New World Medical received FDA clearance for the VIA360 Surgical System. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:54:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Alcon launches the first DSLT device in thee US; the FDA approves an expanded label for Astellas Pharma's geographic atrophy drug Izervay; and New World Medical received FDA clearance for the VIA360 Surgical System. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alcon launches the first DSLT device in thee US; the FDA approves an expanded label for Astellas Pharma's geographic atrophy drug Izervay; and New World Medical received FDA clearance for the VIA360 Surgical System. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>401</itunes:duration>
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      <title>AAO Opposes NIH Research Funding Proposal</title>
      <description>The AAO responds to a proposal by the NIH to limit indirect funding for research projects; Lumenis launches a new device to address lower lid laxity and impaired blinking; and AI Optics receives FDA clearance for a handheld retinal imaging system.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 21:09:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The AAO responds to a proposal by the NIH to limit indirect funding for research projects; Lumenis launches a new device to address lower lid laxity and impaired blinking; and AI Optics receives FDA clearance for a handheld retinal imaging system.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The AAO responds to a proposal by the NIH to limit indirect funding for research projects; Lumenis launches a new device to address lower lid laxity and impaired blinking; and AI Optics receives FDA clearance for a handheld retinal imaging system.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>348</itunes:duration>
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      <title>FDA Approves Genentech's Susvimo Ocular Implant for DME</title>
      <description>The FDA approves a label expansion for Genentech’s Susvimo implant; Iantrek completes the first commercial cases of its C.Rex micro-interventional system; and there are several executive leadership announcements made in ophthalmology.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>The FDA approves a label expansion for Genentech’s Susvimo implant; Iantrek completes the first commercial cases of its C.Rex micro-interventional system; and there are several executive leadership announcements made in ophthalmology.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The FDA approves a label expansion for Genentech’s Susvimo implant; Iantrek completes the first commercial cases of its C.Rex micro-interventional system; and there are several executive leadership announcements made in ophthalmology.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>310</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Norlase Launches First Pattern Scanning LIO</title>
      <description>The world’s first and only pattern scanning laser indirect ophthalmoscope is approved in the US and Europe; the European Commission approves a biosimilar to Eylea; and we review several clinical updates in the development of ophthalmic drugs.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:21:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The world’s first and only pattern scanning laser indirect ophthalmoscope is approved in the US and Europe; the European Commission approves a biosimilar to Eylea; and we review several clinical updates in the development of ophthalmic drugs.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The world’s first and only pattern scanning laser indirect ophthalmoscope is approved in the US and Europe; the European Commission approves a biosimilar to Eylea; and we review several clinical updates in the development of ophthalmic drugs.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>400</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Zeiss MEL 90 Approved by FDA</title>
      <description>Zeiss receives a major approval for its new excimer laser;
Bausch + Lomb makes two deals to bolster its pipeline in glaucoma and geographic atrophy; and Rayner announces the full European launch of its RayOne Galaxy IOLs.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:33:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Zeiss receives a major approval for its new excimer laser;
Bausch + Lomb makes two deals to bolster its pipeline in glaucoma and geographic atrophy; and Rayner announces the full European launch of its RayOne Galaxy IOLs.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Zeiss receives a major approval for its new excimer laser;</p><p>Bausch + Lomb makes two deals to bolster its pipeline in glaucoma and geographic atrophy; and Rayner announces the full European launch of its RayOne Galaxy IOLs.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>337</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Special Report – Increasing Access to Care Through the Cure Blindness Project</title>
      <description>Leaders from Cure Blindness Project discuss efforts to restore vision and prevent avoidable blindness in underserved communities around the world.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 19:50:02 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Leaders from Cure Blindness Project discuss efforts to restore vision and prevent avoidable blindness in underserved communities around the world.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Leaders from Cure Blindness Project discuss efforts to restore vision and prevent avoidable blindness in underserved communities around the world.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>561</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Glaukos Submits NDA for Epi-On CLX Candidate</title>
      <description>Glaukos submits a new drug application to the FDA for its next-generation cross-linking therapy; Regeneron releases phase 3 results for Eylea HD for RVO; and Regeneron acquires a clinical stage biotech making ocular delivery technology for retinal disorders.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 21:08:42 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Glaukos submits a new drug application to the FDA for its next-generation cross-linking therapy; Regeneron releases phase 3 results for Eylea HD for RVO; and Regeneron acquires a clinical stage biotech making ocular delivery technology for retinal disorders.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Glaukos submits a new drug application to the FDA for its next-generation cross-linking therapy; Regeneron releases phase 3 results for Eylea HD for RVO; and Regeneron acquires a clinical stage biotech making ocular delivery technology for retinal disorders.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>331</itunes:duration>
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      <title>2024 Year in Review — Part 2</title>
      <description>In today’s episode, we review the top stories from the second half of 2024. The last six months saw the launch of first-of-its-kind IOLS; the clinical advancement of gene therapies for rare diseases; the FDA approval of a device to treat patients with dry AMD; and introduction of novel OCTA technology.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In today’s episode, we review the top stories from the second half of 2024. The last six months saw the launch of first-of-its-kind IOLS; the clinical advancement of gene therapies for rare diseases; the FDA approval of a device to treat patients with dry AMD; and introduction of novel OCTA technology.
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        <![CDATA[<p>In today’s episode, we review the top stories from the second half of 2024. The last six months saw the launch of first-of-its-kind IOLS; the clinical advancement of gene therapies for rare diseases; the FDA approval of a device to treat patients with dry AMD; and introduction of novel OCTA technology.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>735</itunes:duration>
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      <title>2024 Year in Review — Part 1</title>
      <description>In today’s broadcast, we look back at the top stories from the first half of 2024. There were several advancements made during the first six months., including the approval of an excimer laser platform; the global adoption of sustained-released anti-VEGF treatments for retinal diseases; the rollout of autonomous AI screening technology; and a total solar eclipse.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In today’s broadcast, we look back at the top stories from the first half of 2024. There were several advancements made during the first six months., including the approval of an excimer laser platform; the global adoption of sustained-released anti-VEGF treatments for retinal diseases; the rollout of autonomous AI screening technology; and a total solar eclipse.
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        <![CDATA[<p>In today’s broadcast, we look back at the top stories from the first half of 2024. There were several advancements made during the first six months., including the approval of an excimer laser platform; the global adoption of sustained-released anti-VEGF treatments for retinal diseases; the rollout of autonomous AI screening technology; and a total solar eclipse.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>687</itunes:duration>
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      <title>B+L Bolsters Glaucoma Offerings with Elios Acquisition</title>
      <description>Bausch + Lomb makes an acquisition to expand its glaucoma offerings; Roche gets a major approval in Europe for Vabysmo; and EssilorLuxottica buys a maker of noninvasive ophthalmic medical devices.
 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:55:12 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Bausch + Lomb makes an acquisition to expand its glaucoma offerings; Roche gets a major approval in Europe for Vabysmo; and EssilorLuxottica buys a maker of noninvasive ophthalmic medical devices.
 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bausch + Lomb makes an acquisition to expand its glaucoma offerings; Roche gets a major approval in Europe for Vabysmo; and EssilorLuxottica buys a maker of noninvasive ophthalmic medical devices.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>256</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Phase 3 Results for Novel Sedation Tablet</title>
      <description>New phase 3 data is released for a non-opioid sedation tablet; the first patient is dosed in the phase 3 trial of EyePoint’s wet AMD candidate; and Outlook receives a reimbursement decision in the UK for its wet AMD treatment.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>New phase 3 data is released for a non-opioid sedation tablet; the first patient is dosed in the phase 3 trial of EyePoint’s wet AMD candidate; and Outlook receives a reimbursement decision in the UK for its wet AMD treatment.
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        <![CDATA[<p>New phase 3 data is released for a non-opioid sedation tablet; the first patient is dosed in the phase 3 trial of EyePoint’s wet AMD candidate; and Outlook receives a reimbursement decision in the UK for its wet AMD treatment.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>292</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Phakic IOL for Presbyopia Approved in Europe</title>
      <description>A new phakic IOL for presbyopia is approved in Europe; Nidek launches its preloaded Toric IOL Injection System internationally; and the FDA cleared a novel device for the treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>A new phakic IOL for presbyopia is approved in Europe; Nidek launches its preloaded Toric IOL Injection System internationally; and the FDA cleared a novel device for the treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
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        <![CDATA[<p>A new phakic IOL for presbyopia is approved in Europe; Nidek launches its preloaded Toric IOL Injection System internationally; and the FDA cleared a novel device for the treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>261</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Special Report: OWL Celebrates 20th Anniversary</title>
      <description>Executives from Ophthalmic World Leaders discuss the history and goals of thee organization as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Executives from Ophthalmic World Leaders discuss the history and goals of thee organization as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Executives from Ophthalmic World Leaders discuss the history and goals of thee organization as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>425</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Lumithera CEO Discusses FDA Authorization for Veleda for Dry AMD</title>
      <description>The CEO of Lumithera joins us to discuss the FDA authorization of the Veleda system for dry AMD; the FDA accepts the resubmitted NDA for dry eye disease candidate reproxalap; and Alcon launches the first contact lens designed for a 1-week replacement cycle.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:56:10 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The CEO of Lumithera joins us to discuss the FDA authorization of the Veleda system for dry AMD; the FDA accepts the resubmitted NDA for dry eye disease candidate reproxalap; and Alcon launches the first contact lens designed for a 1-week replacement cycle.
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        <![CDATA[<p>The CEO of Lumithera joins us to discuss the FDA authorization of the Veleda system for dry AMD; the FDA accepts the resubmitted NDA for dry eye disease candidate reproxalap; and Alcon launches the first contact lens designed for a 1-week replacement cycle.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>646</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Ophthalmic Executives Provide Company Updates (Part 2 of 2)</title>
      <description>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies with a focus on the posterior segment provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of EyewireTV.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:43:27 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies with a focus on the posterior segment provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of EyewireTV.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Leaders of several ophthalmic companies with a focus on the posterior segment provide updates on their pipeline and new products in this special edition of EyewireTV.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>929</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Ophthalmic Executives Provide Company Updates (Part 1 of 2)</title>
      <description>We hear from executives representing pharma and device manufacturers in the anterior segment who provide updates on their companies’ recently launched products and those in development.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:36:10 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>We hear from executives representing pharma and device manufacturers in the anterior segment who provide updates on their companies’ recently launched products and those in development.
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        <![CDATA[<p>We hear from executives representing pharma and device manufacturers in the anterior segment who provide updates on their companies’ recently launched products and those in development.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1905</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Posterior Segment Company Updates</title>
      <description>Several companies with product candidates in the posterior segment provide updates; Ocuphire acquires an ophthalmic gene therapy company; and Astellas provides an update on its regulatory plans for GA drug avacincaptad pegol.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:26:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Several companies with product candidates in the posterior segment provide updates; Ocuphire acquires an ophthalmic gene therapy company; and Astellas provides an update on its regulatory plans for GA drug avacincaptad pegol.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Several companies with product candidates in the posterior segment provide updates; Ocuphire acquires an ophthalmic gene therapy company; and Astellas provides an update on its regulatory plans for GA drug avacincaptad pegol.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>428</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Breaking News From the AAO Meeting in Chicago</title>
      <description>Eyewire News: The Podcast reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Chicago.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:02:22 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Eyewire News: The Podcast reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Chicago.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Eyewire News: The Podcast reports on new products and breaking news live from the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Chicago.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>807</itunes:duration>
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      <title>B+L Receives FDA Approval for enVista Envy IOL</title>
      <description>Bausch + Lomb receives FDA approval for a new IOL on its enVista platform; Nanoscope advances it gene therapy for retinitis pigmentosa; and Orasis completes a major funding round to support the launch of its presbyopia eye drop. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:40:21 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Bausch + Lomb receives FDA approval for a new IOL on its enVista platform; Nanoscope advances it gene therapy for retinitis pigmentosa; and Orasis completes a major funding round to support the launch of its presbyopia eye drop. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bausch + Lomb receives FDA approval for a new IOL on its enVista platform; Nanoscope advances it gene therapy for retinitis pigmentosa; and Orasis completes a major funding round to support the launch of its presbyopia eye drop. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>281</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Aldeyra Resubmits NDA for DED Drug Reproxalap</title>
      <description>Aldeyra resubmits its NDA for dry eye drug reproxalap; Clearside announces new phase 2b topline data for its investigational extended-release wet AMD drug; and Bausch + Lomb launches a new digital e-commerce marketplace.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:28:36 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:summary>Aldeyra resubmits its NDA for dry eye drug reproxalap; Clearside announces new phase 2b topline data for its investigational extended-release wet AMD drug; and Bausch + Lomb launches a new digital e-commerce marketplace.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Aldeyra resubmits its NDA for dry eye drug reproxalap; Clearside announces new phase 2b topline data for its investigational extended-release wet AMD drug; and Bausch + Lomb launches a new digital e-commerce marketplace.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>280</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Water-Free Ciclosporin-Based Eye Drop for DED Approved in Europe</title>
      <description>Novaliq’s water-free ciclosporin-based eye drop for dry eye disease is approved in Europe; the FDA approves first new ophthalmic steroid in over 15 years; and the first slit-lamp mounted rebound tonometer is launched in the US and Europe. 
 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:20:21 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Eyewire News</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Novaliq’s water-free ciclosporin-based eye drop for dry eye disease is approved in Europe; the FDA approves first new ophthalmic steroid in over 15 years; and the first slit-lamp mounted rebound tonometer is launched in the US and Europe. 
 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:04:47 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Congress in Barcelona.
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        <![CDATA[<p>EyewireTV reports on new products and breaking news live from the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Congress in Barcelona.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 14:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Zeiss Lenticule Extraction for Hyperopia • Alcon Ngenuity 1.5 • Oculus Pentacam Cornea OCT • Lensar ALLY Adaptive Cataract Treatment System • BVI Serenity IOLs • Topcon TRK-Omnia
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      <title>Weekly Headlines: First Therapy for Acanthamoeba Keratitis Approved in Europe</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 14:02:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>First Therapy for Acanthamoeba Keratitis Approved in Europe • Oculus Adds Dual Testing Functionality to Easyfield VR • FDA Clears IND Application for Stem Cell Therapy for Primary Photoreceptor Diseases
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Rayner Unveils First AI-Designed Spiral IOL • Visionix Launches VX 610 Non-Mydriatic Automated Fundus Camera • Injectsense Completes First Human Implant of Ultraminiature IOP Sensor
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Gene Therapies for IRDs Receive FDA Rare Pediatric Disease Designations • Ultrasonic Sensor Device Launched for Loss of Side Vision • Ocuvex Therapeutics Acquires Visiox Pharmaceuticals
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      <title>Weekly Headlines: Aldeyra Reports New Phase 3 Data for DED Drug Candidate Reproxalap</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 16:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Aldeyra Reports New Phase 3 Data for DED Drug Candidate Reproxalap • Lensar Receives European Approval for ALLY System • Lenz Therapeutics Submits NDA for Presbyopia Eye Drop
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 16:38:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Two Phase 3 Trials for Dry and Wet AMD Drug Candidates Begin • Wearable Aid with AI-Powered Visual Assistant is Unveiled • ASCRS Business of Refractive Cataract Surgery Summit Launched
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