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AAOpt 2022: Understanding antibiotics: the how and when to prescribeBlair Lonsberry, MS, OD, MEd, FAAO, shares highlights from his 2022 American Academy of Optometry presentation, "Simplifying systemic antibiotics."
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Targeting dry eye in glaucoma patientsA poor ocular surface is a common condition in glaucoma patients due to the incidence of dry eye, age, and use of benzalkonium chloride (BAK). Poor compliance with glaucoma therapy can result. Use of point-of-care testing can help identify patients with a poor ocular surface and drive treatment decisions. Treatment options, including surgical, are discussed.
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Back to the basics: The importance of treating inflammation AND obstruction for dry eyeDerek Cunningham, OD, FAAO, gives key takeaways from his AAOpt 2022 discussion, "Back to the basics: The importance of treating inflammation AND obstruction for dry eye."
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AAOpt 2023: A renaissance of new glaucoma treatment optionsAs new treatment options continue to enter the glaucoma space, clinicians can provide the best care to each individual patient.
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A Future for Remote Monitoring Centers in Eye DiseaseEnthusiasm regarding the acceleration of technology advances, including retinal monitoring centers, that can be used to help prevent disease progression for patients with eye diseases.
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Vision Expo East 2024: Getting your patients excited about contact lensesScott Moscow, OD, talks his practice's contact lens "test-driving" option and how to get patients on board with trying out new corrective eyewear.
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AOA 2023: Take a look into white dot syndromeRoya Attar, OD, discussed, "White dot syndrome: More common than you think," which she will be presenting at AOA 2023 in Washington, DC.
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Understanding genetic testing for hereditary diseaseGenetic testing is becoming more successful and is expanding in scope. Understand how the process works and how to guide your patients through it. Find out what is involved and how to manage genetic testing…plus access a list of resources for you and your patient.
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9 things glaucoma patients want to knowIt is not realistic for patients to be prepared to respond when they are given news of a disease or disorder. Many times, patients are caught off guard at the mention of disease and assume a blank stare. What questions are they supposed to ask? Will Smith, OD, anticipates these questions and provides staff with information to keep patients informed.
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Identifying and responding to child and elder abuseIn both child and elder abuse, timely intervention can save a life. All members of the eyecare community must be aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and their responsibilities in reporting to appropriate authorities.
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Meet the LEO founding board: Dr Howard PurcellHoward Purcell, OD, FAAO, sat down with Optometry Times®' assistant managing editor Emily Kaiser to talk about her role on the founding board of Latinos en Optometry (LEO).
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5 steps to maximize your optical profitThe key to optical success lies with the OD's involvement, according to Nazanin Galehdari, OD. She offers 5 steps to improve optical profitability.
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5 features of successful comanagementA comanaging MD discusses what five traits should be part of any OD-MD comanaging relationship. Setting patient expectations on both ends is the underlying framework.
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Engineer a specialty contact lens practiceContact lens experts detail how to help more patients see better and deliver life-altering care.
