New UH study to evaluate vision loss risk in patients with diabetes
A research team for the $3.3 million study will assess the front and the back of the eye and different types of glucose dysfunction.
To treat or not to treat: Fixing the glitch in glaucoma
Some cases require unorthodox approaches.
Which myopia treatment works best?
Exploring myopia control treatment efficacy does not demand clinical complexity.
What happened in optometry this week: August 12 - August 16
Catch up on what happened in optometry during the week of August 12-August 16.
Beyond the surface: Tailored solutions for tear evaporation in meibomian gland dysfunction
Jessilin Quint, OD, MBA, FAAO, and Selina McGee, OD, FAAO, weigh in on meibomian gland dysfunction and dry eye disease what to consider when choosing symptom management options.
Optometrists, organizations provide insight for State of Dry Eye survey
The survey’s results were released by Bausch + Lomb last month and revealed that many participants did not know their symptoms were dry eye-related.
Sometimes it’s the little things: Prevalence and prevention of burnout
Both seasoned and newer practice owners share their insights for preventing burnout through practice management.
Study reveals eye pain as leading cause of outpatient and ED visits in US
Estimating the number of such visits in the US may help guide research and clinical efforts to optimize outcomes, according to the researchers.
NIH study finds disparity in Medicaid coverage for adult vision care
The study found that of Medicaid enrollees, 12% do not have coverage for routine adult eye exams and 27% are without coverage for eyeglasses.
Who is the best candidate for light adjustable lenses?
Jack Chapman, MD, weighs in on the importance of nailing refraction on the first visit to the optometrist's office in the light adjustable lens fitting process after identifying the best candidate.
Racial and economic disparities in diabetes care and outcomes
It’s time to act with a few rational and relatively modest proposals.
LENZ Therapeutics submits NDA for LNZ100 for the treatment of presbyopia
LNZ100 is an aceclidine-based ophthalmic solution and demonstrated statistically significant results in the Phase 3 CLARITY study.
What happened in optometry this week: August 5 - August 9
Catch up on what happened in optometry during the week of August 5-August 9.
A beginner’s guide to dry eye treatment integration
Adding a service to your practice can be scaled to your liking.
The power of finding your tribe: A path to personal and professional growth
Networking and skill sharing are just some of the building blocks to developing a professional community.
Study finds untreated vision loss and high cholesterol are linked to increased dementia risk
As many as 14 risk factors have now been found for dementia.
How light adjustable lenses improve cataract surgery outcomes for patients with Dr. Jack Chapman
Not much changes in terms of postoperative care for cataract patients that opt for the LAL besides additional follow-up visits.
Minimize burnout by adding purpose and passion
How myopia management reinvigorated me and my practice.
Infrared imaging is an aid for patient education about GA
Comanagement is a key component for treatment of disease.
Study examines correlation between humidity, temperature, and air pollutants on dry eye disease patients
Results suggest higher exposures to lower temperatures and certain air pollutants could result in worsened ocular symptoms and increased tear osmolarity.
