Authors


Jordan Rosenfeld

Latest:

Know the pros and cons of outsourcing billing

Should your practice outsource its billing services, and if so, to whom?


Elise Kramer, OD, FAAO, FSLS

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Keratoconus and perfect vision: Is it possible?

Eye care providers need to look beyond visual acuity in screening for keratoconus.


Janis James, OD, FAAO

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NOA 2024: Eyerie Academics takes on student wellness and exam preparation

Cofounders Camille F. Cohen, OD, FAAO, and Janis James, OD, FAAO discuss what the organization has been up to at the National Optometric Association Convention.


Steven T. Reed, OD

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AOA's recent legislative efforts and how to get involved with Dr Steven Reed

Prominent legislation includes the Corporate Transparency Act and last year's spending bill provision that was struck down.


William B. Trattler, MD

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ASCRS 2023: Progressive keratoconus in older patients with delayed corneal cross-linking treatment

William Trattler, MD, sat down with Sheryl Stevenson, Group Editorial Director, Ophthalmology Times®, to discuss his presentation on progressive keratoconus in older patients with delayed corneal cross-linking treatment at the ASCRS annual meeting in San Diego.


Deborah Ferrington, PhD

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ARVO 2023: Human donor tissue to identify mechanism of retinal pigment epithelium death

Deborah Ferrington, PhD, shares a brief overview of her presentation on identifying the mechanism responsible for the death of the retinal pigment epithelium.


David Chin Yee, MD

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EyeCon 2024: What optometrists need to know about geographic atrophy

Dr. David Chin Yee describes how to spot early signs of geographic atrophy and explores promising new therapies that may slow progression and improve vision.


Jordana Joy, Associate Editor

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CRU 2025: Exploring minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries

Melissa Tawa, OD, FAAO, provides insights to take glaucoma management from reactive to proactive in presentations given at CRU 2025 in Napa, California.


Corina van de Pol, OD, PhD, FAAO

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Small aperture IOL technology offers benefits to patients, optometrists

Individuals often have questions about their candidacy for certain implants and how the various mechanisms of action work.


Mark W. Roark, OD, FAAO

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AOA 2023: Nutritional strategies in dry eye disease: The importance of omega-3s

This 3-pronged approach for nutritional intervention to help maintain dry eye disease is in addition to a recommended dietary intake of daily oily fish.


Graham Hughes, MD

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Can AI rescue physicians from EHR woes?

The next frontier of software to reduce physicians’ documentation burdens


Eris Jordan, OD

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Restoring sight against all odds

Clinical trial launch proves transformative for one optometrist’s career


Maureen Oyaide-Ofenor, OD, MSC

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How to improve visual function with vision therapy following mild traumatic brain injury

Successfully improving visual function in patients with MTBI requires an interdisciplinary approach and a collaborative effort between the patient and all involved allied health care providers.



Janette Pepper, OD, FCOVD

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How to overcome cultural barriers for effective patient communication

Effective communication is imperative for patient adherence, it increases patient outcomes, and it reduces malpractice risks.



David Kasanoff, OD

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OCT is a crucial tool in glaucoma diagnosis and monitoring

Evaluating images for quality, artifacts, and segmentation errors.


Rami J. Aboumourad, OD

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Emergency eye appointments: Q&A with Rami J. Aboumourad, OD

Bascom Palmer is piloting a program to provide triage telehealth appointments for patients experiencing eye care emergencies.


Kent Uehara, OD, FAAO

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Reviewing a patient’s systemic history is critical when treating for OSD

Staying up-to-date on all things ocular is imperative in ocular surface disease.


Julie Rodman, OD, MS, FAAO

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SECO 2025: Retina, imaging, and technological monitoring in AMD

Julie Rodman, OD, MS, FAAO, sits down with Optometry Times to discuss her anticipation for the future of technology in optometry, especially retinal care.


Anar Maurya, OD

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Dry eye after LASIK is a common problem

Proper management results in better expectations, outcomes for patients.


Louise Sclafani, OD, FAAO, FSLS

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AOA 2023: Learn a bit about Global Ophthalmic Women (GLOW)

Louise Sclafani, OD, FAAO, FSLS, shares an exciting update on Global Ophthalmic Women (GLOW).


Kelsey A. Roelofs, MD

Latest:

CIME 2024: Identifying the constellation of signs and symptoms in TED

Kelsey Roelofs, MD, gives her best methods to identifying and diagnosing thyroid eye disease in her Controversies in Modern Eye Care 2024 presentation.


Alan Kwok, OD, FAAO, FSLS

Latest:

How to fit scleral lenses with confidence and caution

Closely monitor patient over time for continued corneal health and good fit


Alexis G. Malkin, OD

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VEW 2022: Integrating low vision into everyday practice

Alexis Malkin, OD, FAAO, highlights her Vision Expo West 2022 presentation titled, "Expand your practice: how to integrate low vision into everyday patient care and improve outcomes."



Bradley Middaugh, OD

Latest:

Why you should consider adding pediatrics to your practice

Dedicating part of your practice to a pediatric patient base allows you to have fun, as well as continue growing your practice.


Cheryl Chapman, OD, FIOMC

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Exciting things in the pipeline for the American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control

AAOMC is focusing on new membership growth, diversity, and how they can continue to move the needle in myopia management.


Derek Bryant

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AOA 2024: Discussing advocacy in optometry with 2024 AOSA president

Derek Bryant, incoming AOSA president, is excited about the future of optometry and is dedicated to empowering students to lead and advocate for the profession.


Diana Do, MD

Latest:

Achieving improved outcomes through partnerships between optometrists and retina specialists

Considerations in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema.

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