Takeaways from this week in optometry: October 26-30

This week's top stories include breaking FDA approvals, insights on AI-assisted front desk management, and more.

Raphael Rostenne discusses what a good phone call looks like and contributes to successful patient interactions with host Diana Canto-Sims, OD.

Amanda Nanasy, OD, described how her own concussion shaped her approach to athletes and why she ties every vision evaluation back to the demands of their sport.

Diana Canto-Sims, OD, introduces the second guest of Season 2, Raphael Rostenne, who will be discussing AI-assisted front desk management.

For Maria Sampalis, OD, implementing AI isn't an excuse for practice owners to replace their staff with new technology; it should instead lift the burden of certain tasks to make for more patient visits.

IDOC's 2025 benchmarks from 175-plus independent OD practices put median practice net at 31% of revenue as variable costs fell for the first time since tracking began.

A handful of eye care providers spoke on the factors that have led to a lack of eye care access for World Sight Day.

The licaminlimab trial enrolled 176 patients, two-thirds with a TNFR1 variant tied to stronger response. Data expected late 2026.