March 2022

We See You

Joseph M. Coney, MD, FACS, and Geeta A. Lalwani, MD

Pearls, Awards, and the Retina Games

A review of the 22nd Retina Fellows Forum.

Fong May Chew, FRCOphth, MBBS, BSC

Syringe Coating Technologies: Old, New, and Developing

This review details the latest lubrication options and their impact on particle formation.

Prerana (Rayna) Jayanth, BS; Gustavo Barreto de Melo, MD; and Eduardo Buchele Rodrigues, MD

Differentiating PCV From Wet AMD

OCT may be all you need to make the right diagnosis and set you on the best management path.

Gemmy Cheung, MD; Shaun Sim, MD; and Kelvin Teo, MBBS, M Med(Ophth), FAMS

How to Mentor Tomorrow’s Retina Leaders

Fostering the success of future generations is the key to improving diversity within the field of retina.

Audina M. Berrocal, MD; María H. Berrocal, MD; R.V. Paul Chan, MD, MSC, MBA, FACS; Carl D. Regillo, MD; Caroline R. Baumal, MD; Joseph M. Coney, MD, FACS; and Geeta A. Lalwani, MD

Accepting Transitions in Retina

Physicians and medical institutions should follow these seven strategies to foster inclusion for TGNB patients and colleagues.

Vivienne S. Hau, MD, PhD

Diversity and Inclusion Efforts in Retina

Industry and organizations have been working hard to eliminate health disparities and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field.

Alex Brodin

The Effect of Race on Vision: A Look at DME

Emerging data are helping researchers understand the disparities and what work needs to be done.

M. Ali Khan, MD, FACS

Tips for Handling Patient Distrust

Retina specialists share their stories of patient bias and how they navigated the experience.

Christina Y. Weng, MD, MBA; Vlad Matei, MD; and Basil K. Williams Jr, MD

Women in Vitreoretinal Meetings: 2015-2019

The field has improved with increasing gender representation, but more work is ahead.

Ali Syed, BS; Audina M. Berrocal, MD; and Jayanth Sridhar, MD

Embrace Your Diversity in a Virtual Revolution

Sharing your true self through an online presence is easier than ever before—if you do it carefully.

Nimesh Patel, MD

Supporting Women in Retina Throughout the Pandemic

It’s been a rough ride for many in the field, and support in the workplace has been crucial.

Ashvini K. Reddy, MD

Valsalva Subhyaloidal Hemorrhage

Early laser may be a favorable option for patients with macular involvement.

Rafael Reis, MD, and André Maia, MD

Beware of Pigmentary Retinopathy with Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium

One case highlights the possible risks associated with this medication.

Ella Leung, MD, and Krishna Mukkamala, MD

5Q with Rajeev H. Muni, MD, MSC, FRCSC

Rajeev H. Muni, MD, MSc, FRCSC