Hani Salehi-Had MD

02/03/2026

GLP-1s may reduce risk for cataracts, dry AMD.

GLP-1 receptor agonists are not associated with increased risks for dry age-related macular degeneration or cataract development, according to two recently published studies.

01/27/2026

Insights into dry eyes gained from stem-cell-derived tear glands.

An estimated 5–15% of people have problems with dry eyes, with symptoms including eye redness, stinging, or burning sensation, and eye fatigue.

01/23/2026

Medications and Substances That May Increase Macular Degeneration Risk.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that occurs when the macula — the central part of the retina that controls sharp, straight-ahead vision — is damaged. While AMD is primarily linked to aging, genetics, and smoking, some research suggests that certain medications and habits...

01/20/2026

Link between falls and vision tied to the home environment in older adults.

The association between falls and visual function is shaped by living in homes with environmental hazards, according to a study published online Dec. 11 in JAMA Ophthalmology.

01/16/2026

EyeCon 2025: The latest on treating ocular surface and cornea disease.

Rahul Tonk, MD, MBA a cornea, cataract, and refractive surgeon from Princeton Eye Group and faculty at Wills Eye Hospital, shared insights on recent advancements in ocular surface disease (OSD) for the EyeCon 2025 conference in Hollywood, Florida. Tonk and Joseph Allen, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO, gave thei...

01/13/2026

Virtual retina could help unlock new vision loss treatments.

New computer modeling could help scientists better understand how the retina regenerates, opening the door to new treatments for vision loss, according to a study from the University of Surrey.

01/09/2026

The #1 Step to Preserve Your Vision With Macular Degeneration.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause central vision loss but not complete blindness. Early diagnosis through regular eye exams can slow the progression of AMD.

01/06/2026

Gas-permeable lenses beneficial after congenital glaucoma surgery.

For children undergoing primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) surgery, use of rigid gas-permeable contact lenses (RGPCLs) is associated with superior visual acuity compared with spectacles, according to a study published online Nov. 6 in JAMA Ophthalmology.

01/02/2026

A soft micron accuracy robot design and clinical validation for retinal surgery.

Retinal surgery is one of the most delicate and complex operations, which is close to or even beyond the physiological limitation of the human hand. Robots have demonstrated the ability to filter hand tremors and motion scaling which has a promising output in microsurgery. Here, we present a novel s...

01/01/2026

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12/24/2025

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12/22/2025

Better vision test enables precise detection of eye disorders in toddlers.

The development of a new tool for testing the eyesight of children under three could mean more children receive treatment for vision difficulties earlier, leading to positive effects on learning and development.