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Grab BKC by the Horns
A six-year-old Caucasian male presented with severe blepharokeratoconjunctivitis (BKC) associated with photophobia, watering, irritation and reduced acuity. He had significant corneal insult with vascularization and scarring. What are my options?
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Don’t Run Afoul of Imaging Rules
As technology for retinal imaging improves, the very nature of the retinal exam continues to change. While the standard of care remains the dilated eye examination to assess retinal health, better image capture technology and even the advent of artificial and augmented intelligence are changing the way optometrists approach diagnostic testing for retinal conditions.
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COVID Collateral
I examined a uveitis patient with a concerning medical history in the early weeks of the COVID-19 crisis. Is there a link, and how aggressively should I be treating him?
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Racing the Rundle Against Thyroid Eye Disease
Recent new advances in therapeutic options provide promising options to treat the proptosis, inflammation and diplopia that can cause significant patient morbidity in TED.
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Tracing Clues Back to Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a group of inherited diseases involving progressive retinal degeneration of retinal pigmented epithelial cells and photoreceptors. The disease affects approximately one in 3,000 to 5,000 people without sex predilection and requires frequent examination. Inheritance patterns of RP are most often autosomal recessive (AR), autosomal dominant (AD) and X-linked.
The News Feed
AI Retinopathy Screening On Par with Human Grading
August 07, 2020
Blue Light Filtering IOLs Don’t Combat AMD
August 07, 2020
Alcohol Intake Linked to Ocular Surface Changes
August 07, 2020
New Biomarkers Spur Re-evaluation of Neuritis Incidence
August 06, 2020
Retinal Distinctions Apparent in Black DR Patients
August 06, 2020
Test Sheds Light on Pain in DED Patients
August 06, 2020
Higher BMI Points to MG Changes in Children
August 05, 2020
Epithelial Integrity Linked with Post-LASIK Success
August 05, 2020
OCT-A Gets High Marks for Monitoring Anti-VEGF Success
August 05, 2020
IVCM May Help Differentiate Neuropathic Pain and DED
August 04, 2020
Not All Eye Rubbing is Equal
August 04, 2020
Prism, Surgery Combo Beneficial For Acquired Esotropia
August 04, 2020
Some OCT-A Parameters are Race-dependent
August 03, 2020
Angioid Streaks Associated With PXE Complications
August 03, 2020
Topical Steroids Safe for Pregnant Women
August 03, 2020
Astigmatism Affects OCT-A Findings
July 31, 2020
Vision Benefits Outweigh Discomfort in Ortho-K
July 31, 2020
Large Study Confirms MGD’s Role in Dry Eye
July 31, 2020
Combo Therapy Improves SJS Outcomes
July 30, 2020
Antibiotics Worth It Post-oculofacial Surgery
July 30, 2020
Peripapillary RNFL Gives Clues to Glaucoma Severity
July 30, 2020
Microperimetry Aids LTG Monitoring
July 29, 2020
Albuminuria May Predict Glaucoma
July 29, 2020
Watch for Post-injection IOP Rise in PXF Patients
July 29, 2020
AI Helps Triage Glaucoma Patients During COVID-19
July 28, 2020
Lid Hygiene, Daily Replacement Reduces CL Discomfort
July 28, 2020
AK Still a Risk for Young Ortho-K Patients
July 28, 2020
Public Speaking Increases IOP in Healthy Patients
July 27, 2020
Morphological Factor Linked to Faster NTG Conversion
July 27, 2020
Orbital Floor Fractures on the Rise
July 27, 2020
Cannabis Retailers Tout Effects for Glaucoma
July 24, 2020
Peripheral CXL Helps Clear Neovascularization
July 24, 2020
Trab Bolsters Ocular Surface in More Ways than One
July 24, 2020
Office Work, Not Construction, Implicated in Dry Eye
July 23, 2020
CXL Risky for Bullous Keratopathy
July 23, 2020
Long-term Vitrectomy Outcomes: a Mixed Bag
July 23, 2020
Systemic Beta Blockers Don't Affect Topical Therapy
July 22, 2020
Dry Eye Therapy May Prompt Better Optical Quality
July 22, 2020
Atropine, Ortho-K Combo May Boost Myopia Control
July 22, 2020
RNFL Thins with Microvasculature Dropout
July 21, 2020
Inflammation Key Predictor of RD
July 21, 2020
Vision-Related Tasks Get Harder As Glaucoma Progresses
July 21, 2020
Indoor Environment Affects Dry Eye
July 20, 2020
Visual Impairment Common in HIV Patients
July 20, 2020
Contact Lens Coating May Help With Dry Eye
July 20, 2020
Melatonin May Improve Dry Eye
July 17, 2020
Corneal Thickness Helps Predict Early-stage Keratoconus
July 17, 2020
Myopia May Increase POAG Progression
July 17, 2020
Glaucoma Leads to Slower Eye Movement
July 16, 2020
Rehab Promotes Health in Dual Sensory Loss Patients
July 16, 2020
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Features
A Practical Approach to Angle-closure
Learn to triage these patients and how to intervene appropriately with in-office treatments or swift referrals as needed.
Glaucoma: The Perils of Progression
Controlling this disease requires a long-term, fluid management plan. These six tips can help you navigate the complicated road ahead.
Optometry’s Role in the Diabetes Epidemic
If you can get all patients—but especially those at risk—to focus on these five lifestyle modifications, the benefits would be immense.
Satisfying the Complicated Presbyope
Concurrent issues such as dry eye, prior surgery or binocular disorders can compromise visual quality. Optometrists can help restore it.
Seven Ways Glaucoma Care is Changing
Better drugs, safer surgeries, smarter diagnostics and new approaches are easing the burden on patients—and their ODs.
What’s Your Disc Diagnosis?
These cases can help you better differentiate tough optic disc abnormalities.
Departments
A Bitter Pill
Taking the profit out of contact lens sales looks to be devastating. But could it also be liberating?
An Optic Neuritis Outlier
This condition, as well as MS, can still affect patients outside the typical age demographic.
Coding a Suspect
The rules differ when monitoring a patient who hasn’t converted to glaucoma—yet.
Glaucoma Updates Post-COVID
The pandemic hasn’t slowed progress in new care options.
He Kept His Eye on the Ball
A patient develops worsening near vision three years after a blunt trauma.
Navigating Retinal Necrosis
This rare, acute disorder can be tied to a number of systemic diseases.
PPE: Tales From the Trenches
These safety measures have proven tricky, but I’ve got a few pointers.
Riboflavin vs. Rose Bengal
When considering photodynamic therapy, make sure to evaluate the efficacy of each photosensitizer.
RVOs: Detour Ahead
The formation of collateral vessels may help you understand the severity of the occlusion.
When Facial Paralysis Strikes
Diagnosing and managing Bell’s palsy requires optometrists to rule out any underlying condition that could be triggering a patient’s signs and symptoms.
Continuing Education
July 2020 • 2.00 Credits
A Practical Approach to Angle-closure
June 2020 • 2.00 Credits
Pregnancy and the Eye: What to Do When Caring for Two
May 2020 • 2.00 Credits
Maximizing OCT in the Diagnosis and Management of Glaucoma
April 2020 • 2.00 Credits
Understanding Corneal Nerve Function—and Dysfunction
Additional Publications
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Monitoring AMD From Home
Sponsored by Notal Vision
How Telemedicine is Making Way for Better Patient Outcomes & Stronger Optometric Practices Ophthalmic Product Guide - July 2020
Enhancing the Management of Red Eye
Welcome to the Future of AMD Care
Clinical Perspectives on Patient Care
Women in Optometry - June 2020
Review of Cornea & Contact Lenses
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The How and Why of Contact Lens Deposits
Optometrists need a comprehensive understanding of this complication to help patients avoid it. -
Irregular Corneas Meet Their Match With GP Lenses
This modality can provide solutions and improve vision in these unique cases. -
Lids and Lenses: Three Snags to Fitting Success
Surgical and anatomical complications could throw a wrench in your contact lens fitting process. Here’s what to keep in mind. -
Soft or Scleral Lenses for Dry Eye Patients?
Determine the best option that treats your patient’s symptoms and expectations. -
Five Conjunctival Findings to Look Out for in Contact Lens Wearers
Learn the basics so you can better manage these conditions in your patients. -
Four Reasons Contact Lens Wear Isn’t a Problem with COVID-19
Despite conflicting reports, lens wearers are just as safe as ever, as long as patients adhere to proper wear and care instructions.
Women in Optometry
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Take Good Care of Yourself
You’ve taken the kids for their checkups and scheduled your parents’ doctor visits. You even went along to make sure they understand what was happening.
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WO Marketing Diamonds
Nikki Iravani, OD, is always on the lookout for a great marketing tip.
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Women In Optometry Theia Awards Recognized Nine ODs
Nine women ODs were honored during the fourth annual Theia Awards of Excellence from Women In Optometry magazine.
