How to build a lifestyle and nutritional firewall against viruses like COVID-19
March 31, 2020
Have a plan to combat immune senescence in your senior patients at risk for the disease
Stuart Richer, OD, PhD
Prevention, artificial intelligence, and the future of optometry
February 4, 2020
Optometry’s success in the future will depend on the ability of ODs to overcome new challenges.
Go beyond fish oil with astaxanthin in krill oil
January 23, 2020
This carotenoid helps with dry eye, glaucoma, AMD, eye fatigue, and more.
OD research at ARVO 2019
August 16, 2019
It is difficult to take it all in, let alone summarize the information gained by attending an Association of Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) annual scientific meeting.
Consider the underrated significance of vitamin K2 in eye care
July 6, 2019
There are four fat-soluble vitamins—A, D, E and K—each with various subtypes. Unlike water soluble vitamins, these are stored in the body.
Consider the whole patient when treating glaucoma
April 26, 2019
ODs like to think that excellence in utilizing technology, prescribing pharmaceuticals, and making clinical decision(s) unites them in preventing human suffering and loss of vision.
Intersection of artificial intelligence with epigenetics
January 15, 2019
More efficient and comprehensive telemedicine instrumentation is increasingly combined with even more accurate artificial intelligence (AI).
Sleep apnea: More than a snore and floppy eyelids
November 18, 2018
Some 18 million Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) while attempting to get a restful night of sleep.
Resveratrol may be key in AMD stroke patient treatments
June 22, 2018
Anti-VEGF treatments are used in many aspects of retinal eyecare, but when applied to patients who just suffered a stroke, mortality rates appear to rise. We explore the nutrient molecule resveratrol and how it may be the key in treating these patients.
6 healthy habits that don’t cost a fortune
April 17, 2018
At this point in my life, I can now appreciate that the best ancient and rediscovered health practices do not cost money—much like the age-old adage, “The best things in life are free.” However, one must be aware that it is d
