Diagnosis reveals ODs’ key role in diabetes identification
November 22, 2019
Extensive testing, consultation with primary-care doctor key to proper treatment
A. Paul Chous, MA, OD, FAAO, CDE
Research initiatives offer treatment options for diabetes patients
August 2, 2019
The Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Research Network (DRCR.net) supports the identification, design, and implementation of multicenter clinical research initiatives focused on diabetes-induced retinal disorders
Role of insulin therapy in diabetes and diabetic retinopathy
April 22, 2019
An increasing number of patients diagnosed with diabetes are being prescribed insulin therapy.1
New diabetes agents can improve, save patients’ lives
February 5, 2019
Several diabetes medications are now available for reducing blood glucose levels, with more on the horizon. Such drugs work by a variety of pharmacologic mechanisms.
How to potentially reduce diabetic retinopathy by manipulating microbial species
December 12, 2018
The human microbiome refers to a diverse biological ecosystem of microorganisms residing within—and on the surface of—human beings.
When to refer patients with diabetic retinopathy
October 24, 2018
The time to refer patients with diabetic retinopathy (DR) or diabetic macular edema (DME) depends on disease staging and location, especially now that ODs have new treatment options for lessening disease severity.
Pros and cons of using an AI-based diagnosis for diabetic retinopathy
September 24, 2018
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in April 2018 gave its first approval of an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm for the detection of diabetic retinopathy (DR) in the offices of non-ophthalmic healthcare practitioners.1
Pros and cons of using an AI-based diagnosis for diabetic retinopathy
August 1, 2018
Non-eyecare practitioners will be screening your patients for diabetic retinopathy. Find out why this can help or hurt your patients and how you can help guide the process.
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia impacted by diabetes
April 17, 2018
A new study shows that mean blood sugar levels as reflected by glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) were strongly associated with cognitive decline and dementia.
Benefits of color vision testing in diabetes
February 22, 2018
ODs may wish to incorporate color vision testing when working with patients having diabetes. A. Paul Chous, MA, OD, FAAO, CDE, talks about the importance of these tests, incorporating them into day-to-day exams, and devices available.
