GSLS 2026 Recap
A new venue provided the backdrop for another education-filled event.
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By
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Deborah Fisher
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March 1, 2026
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Clinical Scorecard: GSLS 2026 Recap
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Specialty Contact Lens Wear |
| Key Mechanisms | Focus on scleral lenses, myopia management, and orthokeratology strategies. |
| Target Population | Optometrists, researchers, and industry representatives involved in specialty contact lenses. |
| Care Setting | Clinical and educational settings at the Global Specialty Lens Symposium. |
Key Highlights
- Nearly 900 attendees from 40 states and 31 countries.
- Focus on specialty lenses including prosthetic lenses and keratoconus.
- Introduction of residents-only rapid-fire poster sessions.
- Keynote speeches detailing the evolution of GSLS.
- Awards recognizing contributions to the field of contact lenses.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
- Utilize specialty lenses for conditions like keratoconus and myopia.
Management
- Implement scleral lens fitting strategies for various ocular conditions.
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Regular assessment of patient outcomes with specialty lenses.
Risks
- Consider potential complications such as corneal irregularities and lens intolerance.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Patients requiring specialty contact lenses due to various ocular conditions.
Custom wavefront-guided scleral lenses can improve visual outcomes in patients with higher-order aberrations.
Clinical Best Practices
- Engage in continuous education on advancements in specialty lens technology.
- Collaborate with peers for knowledge sharing on complex cases.
- Utilize evidence-based practices for lens fitting and management.
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