Weill Cornell Medicine Ophthalmology

04/24/2026

ASCRS 2026 Update: Ocular Surface Disease Algorithm

New updates to the ASCRS ocular surface disease algorithm highlight the growing role of advanced diagnostics and a more comprehensive approach to care.

Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS, discusses why addressing conditions like Demodex blepharitis and neuropathic pain is essential in today’s evolving treatment landscape.

🎥 Watch the full commentary to learn more.
https://www.ophthalmologytimes.com/view/inside-the-ascrs-preoperative-ocular-surface-disease-algorithm-key-updates

Expanded guidance incorporates advanced diagnostics and reinforces treatment of conditions such as Demodex blepharitis and neuropathic pain, explains Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS.

04/23/2026

ASCRS 2026 Insight: Ocular Surface Disease

Neuropathic corneal pain is gaining attention as a key factor in dry eye disease—especially in patients whose symptoms don’t match clinical findings.

Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS, discusses diagnostic challenges and what’s ahead with emerging therapies shaping the future of care.

🎥 Watch the full video to learn more.
https://www.ophthalmologytimes.com/view/ascrs-2026-neuropathic-corneal-pain-and-the-evolving-ocular-surface-landscape

Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS, highlights diagnostic gaps in dry eye, emphasizing neuropathic corneal pain and reviewing emerging therapies and pipeline treatments in ocular surface disease.

04/22/2026

WCM Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology would like to thank our fantastic administrative staff for all of the hard work they put in every single day.
We pride ourselves in delivering quality care and could not do so without the help of our superb staff!

02/27/2026

WCM Ophthalmology is extremely proud of all of our residents and fellows! We thank you for all that you do for the department and our patients. ❤️💞

01/21/2026

For her contributions in the field of eye research and vision science we are honored to announce Dr. Ching-Hwa Sung Ph.D., of the Margaret M. Dyson Vision Research Institute of Weill Cornell Department of Ophthalmology has been selected to receive the distinguished Endre A. Balazs Prize from the International Society for Eye Research (ISER).
Dr. Sung will receive the award during the ISER's XXVII Biennial Meeting in Valencia, Spain in August 2026.

12/16/2025

Dr. Szilárd Kiss, MD, FASRS presented at this year's FLORetina ICOOR conference. https://floretina.com/floretinaicoormeeting2025

12/04/2025

11/13/2025

Dr. Szilárd Kiss, MD, FASRS honored as distinguished speaker at the New York Hungarian Scientific Society's Emerging Directions and Gene Therapy in Vision Research event on November 05, 2025.

https://www.nyhungarianscientificsociety.org/events/2025/11/5/emerging-directions-and-gene-therapy-in-vision-research

09/09/2025

🩺 Dr. Starr will be the Featured Eye Expert during a live Q&A session at the Northeast Walk for Sjögren’s Virtual Event on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET.

Learn more and register here:

I’m raising funds for Sjögren’s Foundation to support research, awareness, and patient care. Help me make a difference — every step counts!

06/11/2025

👁️ June is Cataract Awareness Month!
To help spread awareness, our very own Dr. Christopher Starr recently appeared on CBS News to explain what causes cataracts, how they affect your vision, and what treatment options are available.

📺 Watch Dr. Starr’s full interview here:
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/what-causes-cataracts-an-expert-explains-the-common-eye-disease-and-treatment-options/

June is Cataract Awareness Month. The common eye disease impacts an estimated 20 million Americans. Dr. Christopher Starr joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the symptoms and treatment.

05/08/2025

Dr. Christopher Starr cautions that cosmetic eye color surgeries, especially those not studied or regulated in the U.S., may carry heightened risks—particularly for healthy eyes.

Read the full article on Salon: salon.com