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#3 Eyecare's Lit - Decoding DEWS III: Diagnosing Dry Eye in 2025

Dr. Dave Kading & Dr. Mile Brujic

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Dry eye diagnosis has entered a new era. In this episode, Dr. Kading breaks down the Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society’s DEWS III Diagnostic Methodology Report (2025)  explaining how the new definition, streamlined tests, and driver-based model are transforming clinical practice. Learn what’s changed since DEWS II, why OSDI-6 is now the global standard, and how a single diagnostic framework can unify patient care around the world.