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Sandra Block, OD, M Ed, MPH, speaking at the American Academy of Optometry 2021 annual meeting in Boston, discusses movements that have identified the scope of visual impairment worldwide. 

Reports define magnitude of vision loss, focus on access to eye care

During a presentation at the American Academy of Optometry 2021 annual meeting in Boston, Sherry Bass, OD, FAAO, described for attendees the circuitous path that clinicians have had to negotiate to establish a diagnosis in patients with inherited retinal diseases, how that path has become more straightforward, and examples of how genetic testing can help in the diagnosis of IRDs in tricky cases. 

Genetic testing: Simplifying the diagnoses of inherited retinal diseases 

In a presentation at the American Academy of Optometry 2021 annual meeting in Boston, Stuti Misra, BOptom, PhD, offered insight into her research, which found that bariatric surgery may result in more benefits than just weight loss for patients. 


Bariatric surgery may be linked to changes on corneal sensitivity 

During a presentation at the American Academy of Optometry 2021 annual meeting in Boston, Micaela Gobeille, OD, MS, FAAO, discussed keys to the successful management of retinitis pigmentosa. 

Tackling RP from all angles: From diagnosis to bionics

In a presentation at the American Academy of Optometry 2021 annual meeting in Boston, Kamila Mikos, OD, and Harriette Canellos, OD, FAAO, explain how oxymetazoline hydrochloride is not just for treating acquired blepharoptosis. It also can be used for ocular pathologies that cause blepharoptosis.

Use of Upneeq for ocular pathologies offering more than meets the eye

In a presentation at the American Academy of Optometry 2021 annual meeting, Erin Rueff, OD, PhD, and Elaine Chen, OD, detailed how habits surrounding spectacle use and contact lens wear changed during the COVID-19 pandemic among faculty, staff and the student population of the Marshall B. Ketchum University. 

Effect of COVID-19 on vision correction habits 

Pursuing Doctor of Optometry degree at SUNY College of Optometry

Sheryl brings a wealth of editorial experience to MJH Life Sciences’ Eye Care Network, having engaged with the readers and the greater ophthalmic community of 

for more than 20 years. As Group Editorial Director, Sheryl’s purview extends across the print and digital network of 

Ophthalmology Times, Ophthalmology Times Europe, Modern Retina 

 Prior to ophthalmology, Sheryl previously covered the fields of audiology and confectionery science/technology/manufacturing.

Sheryl is also passionate about the mission, vision and values of Ophthalmic World Leaders (OWL) and recently completed her term on its Board of Directors. She continues to volunteer as Editor-in-Chief of the organization’s 

Magazine. In 2013, she was honored with the group’s inaugural Rising Star Award.

In addition, she has served as a judge for 

 Health Care Heroes Awards program as well as the Jesse H. Neal National Business Journalism Awards.

Videos

The important role of the optometrist and legal responsibilities

Eye injuries outside the workplace: the OD's important role and legal responsibilities

Connor Robbs and Yi Pang, OD, PhD, FAAO, in a presentation at the American Academy of Optometry 2021 annual conference in Boston, highlighted a study focusing on a link between COVID-19 vaccinations and a lower rate of stress in ophthalmic personnel and students.

The benefits of COVID-19 vaccine on mental health 

Why ODs should consider their own culture and how it influences interactions with patients.

Is cultural competency a necessary optometric skill?

The in-person event is scheduled for November 3 to 6 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, with a Best of Academy 2021 Boston virtual meeting scheduled for December 3 to 5.
