American Academy of Ophthalmology

Giving insects a voice through music: Miguel Lugo, MD, is a cornea specialist in private practice in Altamonte Springs, Florida. When he’s not performing keratoplasty, he is composing and recording for Insectia Music—a passion project in which he gives voice to insects. Read: ow.ly/wwag50YWh1g [Academy Members] #EyeNetMag #AAO #Ophthalmology

Advocacy comes to life at #MYF2026! Two @ophthalmology residents reflect on #mentorship, connection, and learning during their first Mid-Year Forum experience in Washington, D.C. #YOInfo ow.ly/2tSX50YXUrE

What's new in #ophthalmology this week? From a genetic variant that could influence the risk of juvenile #glaucoma to how patients experience ophthalmic exams, here's what you need to know: ow.ly/qVOm50YWzNx #AAO #ophthalmiceducation

As #myopia rates continue to rise, so does the need for effective management. YO Info outlines five key tips to help #ophthalmologists navigate conversations, treatment options and long-term care for pediatric patients. #YOInfo ow.ly/1GxJ50YXUr4

Early signs of measles can appear in the eyes, putting ophthalmologists on the front lines of identifying and helping to limit the spread of this highly contagious virus. [Academy Members] ow.ly/qySC50YVRpH #EyeNetMag #AAO

From #advocacy meetings to memorable moments, participants documented the MYF experience in real time. Check out the winners of the Mid-Year Forum 2026 Social Media Challenge! #myf 2026 #YOInfo ow.ly/wNtJ50YXUpV

Attention YOs: Coding mistakes = lost revenue. Get it right from the start. Join @highhopemyope for the 2026 Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding Course (CME) on June 18. Register now: ow.ly/U9iU50YYmQx #AAO

Want to make a difference outside the exam room? Read how #advocacy experiences empowered one ophthalmologist to support patients and the profession. #YOInfo ow.ly/fR4w50YXUoH

Patients with RVO + macular edema may contain anatomic biomarkers that might provide clues as to why visual acuity (VA) may worsen. Start the course now to learn why VA can decline: ow.ly/eLst50YFhEf #AAO

Research and advocacy go hand in hand. Learn how experiences in science can help ophthalmologists advocate for smarter health policy and better patient outcomes. #YOInfo ow.ly/Tea950YWfer

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) can manifest in the eyes, playing havoc with the ophthalmic environment. After it quiets, it remains dormant, but cataract surgery can be a catalyst for ocular reactivation. Here’s what surgeons should know: [Academy Members] ow.ly/5Xr850YVRoR #EyeNetMag #AAO

Want to make an impact beyond the clinic? This special #YOInfo Advocacy Edition showcases how #ophthalmologists are using their voices to shape policy and improve patient care. ow.ly/bYsg50YWf7Q

What's new in #ophthalmology this week? From the benefit of minimally invasive #glaucoma surgery in Black patients to return on investment for ophthalmology fellowships, here's what you need to know: ow.ly/jBg650YTwIM #AAO #ophthalmiceducation #cataract

What’s your diagnosis for this month’s Blink image? Comment with your best guess. [Academy Members] ow.ly/xwGM50YVRtG #AAO #EyeNetMag

A 57-year-old woman had cataract surgery in her left eye. On postoperative day 1, a live worm was observed in the anterior chamber (A, red arrow) that quickly migrated into the vitreous cavity. Another worm found in the conjunctival sac (A, yellow arrow) was removed and identified as Thelazia callipaeda. At follow up, the worm in the vitreous cavity was observed (B), removed via vitrectomy, and confirmed as T. callipaeda (C and D). The patient admitted intimate contact with dogs and cats. Thelazia are normally found as multiple worms in the conjunctival sac. We hypothesized the worm entered the eye through the unhealed corneal incision. From “Thelazia callipaeda in Vitreous Cavity after Cataract Surgery” by Meng Wang, MD, Tianyu Ni, MM, Weihong Yu, MD. Published by Ophthalmology online on September 19, 2025. Read: ow.ly/wagk50Y7ROX

Listen now: @EmSchehMD & @thomasvjohnson1 discuss their non-clinical trial findings of Hydrus Microstent implantation with #cataract surgery for #POAG. Listen: ow.ly/lhOZ50YVJBH #OphthalmologyJournal #AAO

Discover the future of global eye health at the 2026 Global Ophthalmology Summit, presented by the Academy, Wills Eye, and the Global Ophthalmology Consortium, comprised of the world's leading ophthalmic academic institutions. Register by May 20 to save: globalophthalmologysummit.org/registration *(GOS and AAO 2026 are separate meetings) #ophthalmology #aao #willseye #gos2026 #globalophthalmology

Pediatric #ophthalmologists in private practice: Have a research idea to improve eye care for children? The Knights Templar Eye Foundation Pediatric Ophthalmology Fund supports projects using IRIS Registry real-world data. Apply by May 31: ow.ly/xuSl50YSCN0 #AAO

Advocacy is a powerful part of protecting patients and advancing #ophthalmology. The first-ever YO Info Advocacy Edition highlights stories, lessons and ways young ophthalmologists can get involved. #YOInfo ow.ly/l1aY50YT2Us

Innovation doesn’t stop in the lab! #YO Info explores how physician-scientists can bring research perspectives to #advocacy and policymaking. ow.ly/JhYA50YT2Uh