Authors


Michelle Hoff, OD, FAAO, ABOM, FNAO

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VEW 2022: Pediatric vision

Michelle Hoff, OD, FAAO, ABOM, FNAO, and Isabel Kazemi, OD, FAAO, share key takeaways from their VEW 2022 presentation, "The ABCs on pediatric vision."


Kathleen Thai, BS

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The confusion surrounding atropine use to control myopia

Research into multiple aspects of myopia control warranted.


Raymond Douglas, MD, PhD

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Thyroid eye disease: The masquerading eye disorder— a guide to accurate diagnosis and collaborative care

In this episode, four expert faculty talk about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of thyroid eye disease. They discuss the differential diagnosis, screening tests, and the need for multidisciplinary management for these patients.


David P. Piñero, PhD

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Multifocal contact lens optics optimize the patient experience

An overview of the factors of lens development and their application in the real world for patients with presbyopia.



Bill Reindel, OD

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AOA 2023: Practitioner assessment of fitting a novel silicone hydrogel daily disposable multifocal contact lens (ePoster)

Bill Reindel, OD, gives an overview of his e-poster, "Practitioner assessment of fitting a novel silicone hydrogel daily disposable multifocal contact lens," which he presented at AOA 2023.


Kyle Klute, OD, FAAO

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Are we contributing to the pediatric eye care desert?

The important role eye care providers play in lessening the burden of myopia treatment for pediatric specialists.


Luis Rojas, OD

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How to implement a custom contact lens fitting model into your practice

Luis Rojas, OD, shares his tips and tricks for getting the best fit for multifocal contact lenses, as well as how to leverage custom fittings as a service as a marketing tool.


Jason Compton, OD

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VEW 2022: Marketing for specialty lens practice

Jason Compton, OD, shares highlights from his VEW 2022 presentation, "Marketing for specialty lens practice."


Winston Posvar, OD, MS, FAAO

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A deeper look at pegcetacoplan

The first approved GA treatment leaves room for additional therapies.


Bindu Manne

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Pipeline update from Ocuphire

Bindu Manne, lead of Market Development for Ocuphire, shares a company update.


Jason S. Ng, OD, PhD, FAAO

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AAOpt 2022: Acute effects of cannabis on patients

Jason S. Ng, OD, PhD, FAAO, shares highlights from his 2022 American Academy of Optometry presentation, "Cannabis and vision: acute effects."


Shane Foster, OD

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Topical oxymetazoline 0.1% and upper lid elevation: An overview with Shane Foster, OD

Topical oxymetazoline HCL ophthalmic solution 0.1% (RVL-1201, RVL Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) provides significant improvement in upper eyelid elevation for ptosis patients


Carl R. Regillo, MD

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Consensus guidelines on GA diagnosis and management

New treatments for geographic atrophy coming down the pike has the potential to change eye care providers' approach to identifying and managing the disease.


Brieanne K. Adair, OD

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Presbyopia awareness: A deep dive with Brieann Adair, OD

Presbyopia awareness: Causes, risk factors, symptoms, correction options and market trends.


Robert Maloney, MD

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Controversies in Modern Eye Care 2023: That's a wrap!

The co-chairs of the 2023 Controversies in Modern Eye Care symposium reflect on the day.



Ahmad A. Aref, MD, MBA

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The optometrist plays an important role in premium intraocular lens decision-making

Spectacle independence, nighttime glare symptoms often are key factors.


Antoni Vallbona-Garcia, PhD

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Mitochondrial DNA copies lower in patients with high-tension glaucoma

Patients with HTG had significantly fewer mtDNA copies per nuclear DNA.


Vance Thompson, MD

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Identifying contoured prism lens patients

An increase in screen time has led to a rise in binocular vision disorders.


Autumnn Wooten, OD

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PDR: public health considerations

Proper screenings, treatment, management needed for this increasingly prevalent disease.


Richard Shuldiner, OD, FAAO

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Low vision rehab in diabetic vision loss

Refer patients who have reduced vision and functional vision goals


Jeffrey P. Krall, OD

Latest:

Identifying contoured prism lens patients

An increase in screen time has led to a rise in binocular vision disorders.


Sharon P. Keh OD, FAAO

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The role of comanagement in specialized scleral contact lens fitting

Comanagement optimizes outcomes for patients who wear scleral lenses.


Anna Sulley, BSc, MCOptom, FAAO, FBCLA

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Soft toric lens fitting practices not meeting patient needs

Some markets—including US, Japan, Greece—see opportunities to fit more astigmatic patients


Jeffrey Bendix

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Study: Starting pay differences reduce earning potential for women in academic medicine

After 10 years, women’s median earnings are 9% less than men’s


Mark E. Wilkinson, OD, FAAO

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AAOpt 2022: Understanding the genetics of inherited eye disease allows providers to best care for their patients

Mark E. Wilkinson, OD, FAAO, touches on the importance of understanding the genetics of inherited eye disease, which he presented during the 2022 American Academy of Optometry meeting.


Pam Theriot, OD, FAAO

Latest:

The ocular surface and makeup: What you need to know

Pamela Theriot OD, FAAO, on highlights from her SECO 2022 presentation "Makeup and the ocular surface: what you need to know"


Mila Ioussifova, OD, FAAO

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AAOpt 2023: Rapid fire review of dry eye therapies

A rapid fire session details what's in the pipeline for ocular surface dryness therapies.


Brianna Rhue, OD, FAAO, FSLS

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Vision Expo East 2024: Shedding light on orthokeratology with Dr Brianna Rhue

Dr Brianna Rhue, OD, FAAO, FSLS details her upcoming presentation "Cutting Out Surgery for the Management of Refractive Error," where she will detail the underutilization of orthokeratology during Vision Expo East 2024 later this week.

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