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Dry Eye Market Overview

Edward J Holland, MD explains where we are and where we might be going with Dry Eye, stressing the significance of the Dry Eye problem and the opportunity it presents to the industry. Presenter: Edward Holland, MD Dr. Holland is the Director of Cornea Services at Cincinnati Eye Institute and Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at…

Dry Eye Challenges & Opportunities

Up to 60% of ophthalmologist patients have some form of ocular surface disease impacting over 60 million Americans. A Gallop poll of dry eye sufferers shows: 72% of patients use an artificial tear. 82% wish that there was something more effective to treat dry eye. 97% say that their dry eye condition is frustrating. The…

Developing an Effective Dialogue with the FDA

Moderating an informative conversation surrounding FDA procedures and communication, Emmett Cunningham, Summit Chairman, draws detailed responses from Wiley Chambers and Malvina Eydelman of the FDA. Focusing the discussion around common questions on how best to interact with the FDA, both formally and informally, Emmett helps deliver the specific answers attendees at the 5th Annual Ophthalmology…

FDA Focus on More Efficient Processing Yields Faster Decisions

SAN FRANCISCO — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has been criticized for its ponderous movement of potential drugs and medical devices through the approval process. Recognizing this criticism, and following implementation of the Medical Devices User Fee and Modernization Act of 2002 and subsequent internal reevaluations and reorganizations, the FDA approval process for innovative…

FDA – Medical Device Pathway: Tough Questions, Clear Answers

Tackling some of the most difficult topics surrounding medical devices and approval with the FDA, Bill Link, Managing Director for Versant Ventures leads Malvina Eydelman, Director for the FDA’s Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices, through an interview that brings her highly diverse and expert knowledge to the forefront for attendees of…