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Early Insights Into Home OCT Monitoring Reveal Real-World Impact

In our conversation, which has been edited for length and clarity, Kapil Kapoor, MD, a vitreoretinal surgeon and president of research at the Wagner Kapoor Institute, discussed the reasons his practice was an early adopter of home OCT and described the experiences of implementing the program for both patients and team members.

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  • Jim Gallagher, senior managing editor

  • January 1, 2026

  • 6 min

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    Home OCT monitoring for neovascular age-related macular degeneration offers reduced patient burden and continuous data collection.

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    The FDA approved the Scanly home OCT device in May 2024, enabling patients to perform scans at home.

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    Patients reported high satisfaction with the home OCT device, finding it user-friendly and reassuring.

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    The Wagner Kapoor Institute utilized its research wing to effectively implement the home OCT program.

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    Remote monitoring can enhance patient care, especially in rural areas, by detecting changes before symptoms arise.

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Early Insights Into Home OCT Monitoring Reveal Real-World Impact

  • by Jim Gallagher, senior managing editor

  • January 1, 2026

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