CAKE Magazine

13/08/2025

Heading to APACRS - Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons 2025 in Ahmedabad? Three full days of cutting-edge education, live updates and the latest innovations in cataract and refractive surgery are coming your way. While you’re exploring the exhibition, check out Booth C14 to see Lumibird Medical’s lineup, including the ABSolu, a premium ultrasound platform delivering incredible image quality and fine detail. See you there!

This content is intended exclusively for healthcare professionals and eye care practitioners. It is not intended for the general public. Products or therapies discussed may not be registered or approved in all jurisdictions, including Singapore.

12/08/2025

Bausch + Lomb is gearing up for a major showcase at the APACRS - Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons 2025 in India! Don’t miss a bold lineup of product launches, expert-led demos and a must-see symposium on August 21: Revolutionizing Refractive Outcomes with Premium IOLs & Laser Technology, featuring Dr. Mohan Rajan, Dr. Robert Ang, Dr. Kamal Kapur, Dr. Jai Parekh and Dr. Julian M. Tagal at Seminar Hall 1.

Visit the Bausch + Lomb booth and book your demo now! https://events.bauschsurgical.eu/apacrs-2025/

05/08/2025

Hold onto your ICLs! Alcon’s landmark deal to acquire STAAR Surgical means the EVO ICL family of implantable lenses is now part of Alcon's powerhouse portfolio, bolstering its solutions for myopia care. Find out what this means for patients and surgeons. https://cakemagazine.org/alcon-acquires-staar-surgical.../

The eye care giant’s latest acquisition brings EVO ICL technology and lenses to its growing myopia care lineup. Alcon (Geneva,...

01/08/2025

Cataract surgery doesn’t always happen in an OR. In the world’s most underserved regions, handheld devices may be the key to restoring sight, without the cords, consoles or complications. Explore how portable lens extraction tools are reshaping global eye care, one small incision at a time. https://cakemagazine.org/portable-ophthalmology-solutions-in-low-access-settings/

A new generation of handheld devices is making cataract surgery viable where phaco machines can’t go. Cataract may be an...

01/08/2025

Patient needs are evolving—and so are IOL technologies.

Prof. Ahmed Assaf (Egypt) shares his insights on matching patient expectations with the right solution, whether it's the WELL Fusion® system for full range of vision or EVOLUX® for crisp distance vision and optimal and clear vision beyond intermediate distances. He also discusses special considerations for post-LASIK patients and the role of spherical aberration in optimizing outcomes.

See how design innovation is expanding possibilities in cataract surgery with SIFI SpA

Learn more: https://www.sifigroup.com/

Disclaimer: This content is intended exclusively for healthcare professionals. It is not intended for the general public. Products or therapies discussed may not be registered or approved in all jurisdictions, including Singapore.

31/07/2025

It’s not just innovation—it’s infrastructure.

Rich Small, CEO of Neurotech, breaks down how ENCELTO™, a first-in-class encapsulated cell-based gene therapy for MacTel, is redefining long-term retinal treatment. From FDA approval to seamless surgical logistics, this isn’t your average biotech story, it’s the future of vision, delivered.

Secure your seat for the next Eyecelerator here: https://www.eyecelerator.com/aao2025-registration. The early bird window is open from July 23 through August 20.

30/07/2025

“Why would I not choose EVO ICL™ for my own [adult] child?”

At ASCRS 2025, Drs. Eva Kim and Parag Majmudar reflect on their journey with EVO ICL™ and why it’s no longer just for high myopia. From treating low diopters to choosing it for their own families, they highlight how this lens is reshaping refractive practice with safety, optical clarity and real-world results.

Watch their story and see why confidence is contagious.
Then, see why more surgeons are saying “yes” to EVO: https://www.staar.com/

The EVO ICL lens is an Rx only surgical implant that corrects distance vision. Surgeons must be certified prior to use including training on contraindications, surgical procedure and potential benefits, risks, and complications of both the surgery and the lens. Click here for Important Safety Information. https://edfu.staar.com/edfu/
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American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)

24/07/2025

Still relying on post-op drops? These surgeons aren’t. Drs. Scott Laborwit, Jeffrey Martin, Paul Singh, and Brian Shafer share how Rayner’s OMIDRIA has changed their cataract surgery routine. From fewer callbacks to better patient compliance, their OMIDRIA dropless regimen is delivering real-world results. Hear how this simple switch is making a big impact—on patients, staff, and surgeons alike.

For more, browse the OMIDRIA content at https://www.youtube.com/.Global

OMIDRIA videos are for the attention of US HCPs only. This is a studied postoperative cataract surgery regimen that may not be for everyone. Rayner does not recommend any specific combination use of products. Products or therapies discussed may not be registered or approved in all jurisdictions, including Singapore.

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23/07/2025

EssilorLuxottica just added South Korean PUcore to its growing lineup—and this time, it’s all about lens materials. With monomers, patents and a full R&D setup, the company is moving closer to the source. Get the full scoop here. https://cakemagazine.org/essilorluxottica-acquires-pucore-ophthalmic-lens-division/

EssilorLuxottica is going upstream, acquiring PUcore to get closer to the materials that shape lenses. EssilorLuxottica (Paris, France) is adding...

23/07/2025

In the United States, visa policies are shifting fast and hard. International medical grads who once fueled fellowship programs across the country are now finding doors slammed shut. Not for lack of talent, but for lack of paperwork.

What does this mean for the future of U.S. eye care? Tap to see what’s at stake: https://cakemagazine.org/visa-woes-threaten-us-ophthalmology-workforce/

Visa woes are making it harder for international grads to train—just as U.S. demand for eye care grows.  Imagine you’ve...

21/07/2025

Ever wondered what it takes to run an ICL-only eye clinic? Dr. Dong-Hoon Lee—director of Dr. ICL Eye Clinic (South Korea) and a pioneer with 20 years and 15,000+ EVO ICL™ surgeries under his belt—shares his top pearls and why EVO ICL is his go-to for refractive correction.

From tips for new surgeons to why patients with low myopia are turning to ICL, this video is packed with insights from a true ICL master. Watch now for an exclusive look inside one of Korea’s leading ICL practices. For more on the EVO ICL, head to https://www.staar.com/.

The EVO ICL lens is an Rx only surgical implant that corrects distance vision. Surgeons must be certified prior to use including training on contraindications, surgical procedure and potential benefits, risks, and complications of both the surgery and the lens. Click here for Important Safety Information. https://edfu.staar.com/edfu/
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American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)

18/07/2025

Can AI really lend a helping eye in AMD diagnosis? A new JAMA Network Open study says yes with faster grading and better accuracy for most clinicians. But sometimes, the algorithm outpaces its human partner. The takeaway is that trust is still under review. https://cakemagazine.org/ai-assistance-improves-amd-diagnosis-deepseenet-study/

A star-studded multicenter workflow study evaluated AI DeepSeeNet across 24 clinicians and three image datasets. Artificial intelligence may not blink,...