July/August 2021

Paralympic Swimmer with Stargardt Heads to Tokyo

Gia Pergolini refuses to let vision loss stop her from achieving her dream: competing in the 2020 Paralympics.

Rebecca Hepp, Editor-in-Chief

A Thirst for More

Robert L. Avery, MD, and Allen C. Ho, MD

Let’s Talk About Gene Therapy for Inherited Retinal Diseases

The approval of the first gene therapy in the United States has sparked significant interest in this patient population. What’s next in the research pipeline?

Mark E. Pennesi, MD, PHD; Jacque L. Duncan, MD; Andreas Lauer, MD; Aaron Nagiel, MD, PhD; Artur V. Cideciyan, PHD; and Allen C. Ho, MD

The Ins and Outs of Genetic Testing for Inherited Retinal Diseases

The more you know about a patient’s genetic status, the better equipped you are to recommend clinical trials.

Marc Mathias, MD

AAV Gene Therapy Trials To Watch

Here’s what you need to know about the many gene therapies under investigation for inherited retinal diseases.

Christine Kay, MD

Tips and Tricks for Evaluating Children for Inherited Retinal Degenerations

Novel therapeutics and those in the pipeline are changing how we care for patients with IRDs. Here’s what you need to know.

David Xu, MD; Michael N. Cohen, MD; Michael A. Klufas, MD; and Jose S. Pulido, MD, MS, MBA, MPH

Localized Steroid Therapy for Chronic Noninfectious Posterior Uveitis

A review of recent literature and an illustrative case highlight the pros and cons of this treatment option.

Sumit Sharma, MD

Three Pearls for Surgery in Uveitis Patients

Addressing these important questions can help to ensure a positive outcome.

Lisa J. Faia, MD

Angiogenesis, Exudation, and Degeneration 2021—Virtual Edition

New findings around iRORA and cRORA.

David Sarraf, MD; Philip J Rosenfeld, MD; and Matthew R. Starr, MD

Clinical Utility of OCT Angiography for AMD

In part 1 of this two-part series, the authors explore the advantages and disadvantages of this imaging modality.

Koosha Ramezani, MD; Hagar Khalid, MD; Luísa S.M. Mendonça, MD; and Nadia K. Waheed, MD, MPH

Valsalva Retinopathy and Crossfit Training

When and how to treat this rare entity in young, active people.

Pedro Manuel Baptista, MD; Catarina Castro, MD; André Ferreira, MD; João Leite, MD; Pedro Menéres, MD; and Angelina Meireles, MD

14 Tips for Scleral Suturing For Any IOL

A good technique for repositioning a dislocated lens can be adapted to many designs.

William E. Smiddy, MD

A Rare Manifestation of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

This condition should remain in the differential when a patient presents with signs of ocular ischemic syndrome.

Michael Weaver, DO; Samir Dalia, MD; and Heeral R. Shah, MD

Uveal Melanoma Classified by The Cancer Genome Atlas

This new system can help identify patients at high risk for metastasis, possibly paving the way for targeted adjuvant therapy.

Zeynep Bas, MD, and Carol L. Shields, MD

Action Steps to Effectively Manage Prior Authorization and Step Therapy Policies

The entire staff can contribute to reducing rejections.

Joy Woodke, COE, OCS, OCSR

Intravitreal Cysticercosis With Full Thickness Macular Hole

This rare presentation was managed with vitrectomy, membrane peeling, and excision of the cyst.

Vishal Agrawal, MD, FRCS

5Q with Aaron Nagiel, MD, PHD

Aaron Nagiel, MD, PhD