Authors


Brieanne K. Adair, OD

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Presbyopia awareness: A deep dive with Brieann Adair, OD

Presbyopia awareness: Causes, risk factors, symptoms, correction options and market trends.


Robert Maloney, MD

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Controversies in Modern Eye Care 2023: That's a wrap!

The co-chairs of the 2023 Controversies in Modern Eye Care symposium reflect on the day.



Ahmad A. Aref, MD, MBA

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The optometrist plays an important role in premium intraocular lens decision-making

Spectacle independence, nighttime glare symptoms often are key factors.


Melissa Toyos, MD

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Behind the mechanism of action of brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic solution

At the Tear Film and Ocular Surface meeting in Venice, Dr. Melissa Toyos shares findings on the mechanism of action of brimonidine tartrate.


Antoni Vallbona-Garcia, PhD

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Mitochondrial DNA copies lower in patients with high-tension glaucoma

Patients with HTG had significantly fewer mtDNA copies per nuclear DNA.


Vance Thompson, MD

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Identifying contoured prism lens patients

An increase in screen time has led to a rise in binocular vision disorders.


Coșula Cristina

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Efficiency of physiotherapy in treating and preventing uncomplicated acquired myopia

An inside look into a retrospective study conducted from 2019 to 2023 that aimed to assess the effectiveness of treatment and prevention of the progression of uncomplicated acquired myopia through physiotherapeutic methods.


Autumnn Wooten, OD

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PDR: public health considerations

Proper screenings, treatment, management needed for this increasingly prevalent disease.


Richard Shuldiner, OD, FAAO

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Low vision rehab in diabetic vision loss

Refer patients who have reduced vision and functional vision goals


Jeffrey P. Krall, OD

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Identifying contoured prism lens patients

An increase in screen time has led to a rise in binocular vision disorders.


Sharon P. Keh OD, FAAO

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The role of comanagement in specialized scleral contact lens fitting

Comanagement optimizes outcomes for patients who wear scleral lenses.


Anna Sulley, BSc, MCOptom, FAAO, FBCLA

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Soft toric lens fitting practices not meeting patient needs

Some markets—including US, Japan, Greece—see opportunities to fit more astigmatic patients


Jeffrey Bendix

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Study: Starting pay differences reduce earning potential for women in academic medicine

After 10 years, women’s median earnings are 9% less than men’s


Mark E. Wilkinson, OD, FAAO

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AAOpt 2022: Understanding the genetics of inherited eye disease allows providers to best care for their patients

Mark E. Wilkinson, OD, FAAO, touches on the importance of understanding the genetics of inherited eye disease, which he presented during the 2022 American Academy of Optometry meeting.


Pam Theriot, OD, FAAO

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The ocular surface and makeup: What you need to know

Pamela Theriot OD, FAAO, on highlights from her SECO 2022 presentation "Makeup and the ocular surface: what you need to know"


Mila Ioussifova, OD, FAAO

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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.


Brianna Rhue, OD, FAAO, FSLS

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What optometrists gained from attending SECO 2025

Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO; Nate Lighthizer, OD, FAAO; Brianna Rhue, OD, FAAO, FSLS; Ben Casella, OD; and Ben Gaddie, OD, FAAO shared their insights from the conference.



Beeran Meghpara, MD

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Cyropreserved amniotic membrane option for management of DED, NK

Treatment requires a systematic, multifaceted approach to improve outcomes.



Jeffrey Varanelli, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO, ABCMO

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Ocular findings of COVID-19

COVID-19 affects every part of the eye, front to back.


Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO

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EnVision Summit 2025: What you missed in keratoconus, AI, and comanagement

Three EnVision Summit faculty members weigh in on the importance of comanagement in glaucoma management, where artificial intelligence will lead eye care, and what hopes are on the horizon for corneal ectasia treatments.


Danielle Crull

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A glasses-wearing kitty?: Truffles and her impact on eye care, one pediatric patient at a time

Danielle Crull, ABOM, details Truffles' story and new initiatives she has taken on to destigmatize glasses and patching for children.


Davis Corley

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Neurolens's impactful role in headache reduction with CEO Davis Corley

Davis Corley, CEO of Neurolens, outlines the importance a new study that show statistically significant improvement of headaches with the use of Neurolens.


Sara Stockwell, OD

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Current glaucoma treatments bring challenges

Optometrists must identify and mitigate complications for this patient base.



Thomas A. Wong, OD, FAAO

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What to know about wearable video magnifiers for low vision

Wearable technology options can meet patient’s goals.


Len V. Koh, OD, PhD

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Differentiating ocular allergy

On the surface, eyecare providers may not fully appreciate the prevalence and complexity of ocular allergy and its clinical management; we learn that it is a relatively simple disease defined by ocular itch.


Lori Grover, OD, PhD, FAAO

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Navigating AI in optometry: A balancing act of innovation and ethics

How to be optimistic, responsible, and open in the face of new technology.

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