Authors


Rhea Magee, OD

Latest:

NOA 2023: Insights and lessons from a pediatric patient case

At NOA 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Rhea Magee, OD, presented a pediatric patient case as part of the Resident Grand Rounds.


Maria K. Walker, OD, PhD

Latest:

Basic and beyond: technology for every level of scleral lens management

How to fit lenses with simple devices and when to expand your armature.


John Berdahl, MD

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Comanaging with the goal of better patient care

Shan Lin, MD, and John Berdahl, MD, share their perspectives as ophthalmologists regarding the importance of comanagement.


Carla Calizaire

Latest:

AAOpt 2023: Raising awareness for vision health

Optometry Times sat down with Carla Calizaire, Global Leader of Diversity Inclusion for Johnson and Johnson Med Tech to go in depth about the Vision Made Possible and Sight for Kids campaign.


Adam S. Wenick, MD, PhD

Latest:

EyeCon 2024: Myopia interventions across the lifespan

Adam S. Wenick, MD, PhD, discussed myopia interventions across the lifespan at EyeCon 2024, covering treatments, complications, and prevention strategies.


Sydney M Crago, Editor, Modern Retina

Latest:

BVI Medical receives 510(k) clearance FDA for laser endoscopic surgical system for glaucoma

Leos is supported by emerging data from a randomized controlled clinical trial, further validating its safety and efficacy.



Lisa Hornick, OD

Latest:

AAOpt 2024: Dry eye for $1000, Dr Lisa Hornick

Lisa Hornick, OD, MBA, FAAO, brought a twist to Jeopardy with her interactive talk at AAOpt 2024 titled "Dry Eye Jeopardy Returns."


Houman Hemmati, MD, PhD

Latest:

AAOpt 2022: CHAMP study shows positive top-line results for treating myopia

The CHAMP phase 3 study shows strong safety and efficacy of NVK002 for the treatment of myopia.


Samantha Rosen, OD

Latest:

The complicated ins and outs of pediatric glaucoma

Pediatric glaucoma, although rare, can cause irreversible vision loss and leave children visually impaired if not treated timely and adequately.


David Yang, OD, FAAO

Latest:

How diabetes and glaucoma intersect

Consider the impact of diabetes on management of patients with glaucoma


Janelle Davison, OD

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The dual advantage of a shorter lens replacement schedule

Both patient and provider benefit from reduced contact lens wear cycles.


Donna L. Shotwell, OD

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Meeting the need: Screening parameters for presbyopia-correcting drops

Doctors should consider a few key points before writing a prescription.


Alan Peaslee, OD, MS

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Handling comorbidities prior to surgery

Addressing issues prior to referral will facilitate the referral process and enable more efficient care for your patient as well as maximize outcomes.


Jaclyn L. Kovach, MD

Latest:

Is complement therapy the path forward for geographic atrophy?

Clinical benefit of complement inhibition has been demonstrated in clinical trials, but there are possible consequences to consider.



Melissa Tawa, OD, FAAO

Latest:

CRU 2025: What eye care providers took home that is current, relevant, and useful

CRU 2025 provided the latest insights regarding glaucoma, dry eye disease, retina, myopia, neurotrophic keratitis, and keratoconus.



Carolyn Majcher, OD, FAAO

Latest:

2024 in the rearview: What was the biggest development in optometry this year?

A few optometrists share which innovations in optometry they were most excited about in 2024.


Shani Reich, MD

Latest:

Adjunct role for Dextenza insert in allergic conjunctivitis?

Regarding both the amount and speed of symptom improvement, patients were more satisfied with the insert compared with the topical steroid, but there was no statistically significant difference vs the topical antihistamine in terms of satisfaction.


Zeba Syed, MD

Latest:

ASCRS 2023: Wills Eye Hospital research on corneal swelling and dynamics during corneal collagen crosslinking

Zeba Syed, MD, from Wills Eye Hospital discussed their research on corneal swelling and dynamics during corneal collagen crosslinking at the 2023 ASCRS annual meeting in San Diego.


John McSoley, OD

Latest:

Heru advances visual field assessments

New platform has potential to overcome challenges of legacy technology


Leslie O'Dell, OD, FAAO

Latest:

Dr O'Dell : What I wish I knew before entering optometry

Leslie O'Dell, OD, FAAO, shares what she wishes she knew before entering the field.


Sabrina Gaan, OD

Latest:

VEW 2024: Tech to get your dry eye clinic off the ground

Sabrina Gaan, OD, shares some of her most-used devices in her dry eye clinic and what helped her most in growing her specialized care.


David P. Piñero, OD, PhD

Latest:

Focusing on extended-depth-of-focus contact lenses for myopia control

Clinical pilot study evaluates effect after 1 month of wear.


Sydney Jennings

Latest:

COVID-19 & migraine: Patient impact & management tips

Learn how to better help your patients with this often debilitating form of headache


Raanan Naftalovich

Latest:

Breaking into lens tech

Lessons learned during 30 years in the industry.


Gary Foster

Latest:

AAOpt 2023: A look into eSight's wearable technologies

Learn what's in the pipeline for eSight, as well as hear how their current technology helps patients.


Sean Clark

Latest:

Podcast: Multi-dose preservative-free lubrication drop now available

Alcon recently launched a multi-dose version of preservative-free lubrication drop called Systane Hydration Multi-Dose Preservative-Free


Jessica Betancourt

Latest:

Smiles and service over screens: How to compete with online retailers

Tips and tricks to show patients you care in order to stay competitive in today's optical market.

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