Ophthalmology and Therapy: Looking Back at 2018 and Forward to 2019

Abstract

As we reflect on Ophthalmology and Therapy’s successes in 2018 and anticipate another rewarding year for the journal in 2019, it is important to acknowledge the tremendous support from our authors, readers, reviewers, and Editorial and Advisory Boards. The journal would not operate without the culmination of these groups and so for this we are truly grateful. Thank you to all of our Editorial Board members who are responsible for assisting the in-house editorial, contributing their own research, suggesting review topics and generally supporting the journal in its development. Thank you also to our Advisory Board who are primarily responsible for providing peer review comments. This support allows us to maintain our rapid publication timelines and publish research in the timely manner it deserves. Of course, we must thank all of our reviewers who we reward with a free publication (pending peer review) for every three reviews completed per calendar year. A complete list of our current Editorial and Advisory Board members can be found here https://www.springer.com/ springer?healthcare/journal/40123?detailsPage =editorialBoard. In 2018, the readership of the journal was over 135,000. Some of the most highly read articles within 2018 included: • Continuous Transitional Focus (CTF): A New Concept in Ophthalmic Surgery. Mesa, R.R. & Monteiro, T. Ophthalmol Ther (2018) 7: 223 https://link.springer.com/article/10. 1007/s40123-018-0134-x. A narrative review assessing the latest advancements in continuous transitional focus lenses with over 2100 downloads. • A Review of Laser-Assisted Versus Traditional Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgery. Dick, H. & Schultz, T. Ophthalmol Ther (2017) 6: 7 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/ s40123-017-0080-z. A narrative review comparing laser-assisted and traditional phacoemulsification cataract surgery which has been downloaded over 4900 times and cited three times. • ‘‘Doctor, I have a Sulfa Allergy’’: Clarifying the Myths of Cross-Reactivity. Shah, T.J., Moshirfar, M. & Hoopes, P.C. Ophthalmol Enhanced digital features To view enhanced digital features for this article, go to https://doi.org/10.6084/ m9.figshare.7577828.