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2019 AAO Show Daily - Wednesday
The Wednesday edition of the AAO Times includes a review of the Armed Forces Optometric Society's Annual Meeting, which took place on Monday and Tuesday. Don't miss the previews of what's in store for the rest of the conference, including sneak peeks of the plenary session, comprehensive courses and more.
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The Larry Alexander Resident Case Report Contest: When and How To Treat Optic Disc Pit Maculopathy
A patient who presents with congenital optic disc pit (CODP) is at risk for developing optic disc pit maculopathy (ODPM). Despite our current understanding of this complication, no consensus regarding the optimal treatment for ODPM exists. Here, we review the presentation, diagnosis and surgical options for a patient who presented with this condition.
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When Drugs Cause Dry Eye
We all know that dry eye is one of the most common complaints of patients walking into an eye doctor’s office. Dry eye is associated with older age, the female sex and prolonged use of digital screens. It can also be associated with and exacerbated by certain systemic and ocular medications. Understanding which medications may affect dry eye helps practitioners identify, diagnose and treat patients’ dry eye more effectively.
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Challenge Accepted
Shingles has devastated the corneal sensation in one of my patients who has a persistent corneal defect from the resulting neurotrophic cornea. I’ve tried serum tears and amniotic membranes twice to no avail. How should I approach this?
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Pressure on the Surface
As optometrists, we are integral to treating both dry eye disease (DED) and glaucoma at the earliest stages, yet our care is too often reactive. Research shows the comorbidity of DED in patients treated topically for ocular hypertension and glaucoma could be as high as 59%. We have many strategies in our arsenal to help patients get the glaucoma treatments they need without necessarily compromising their ocular surface health.
The News Feed
Early Meds Ward Off Surgery in Kids with Uveitis
October 23, 2019
Monitor CRVO Closely During Anti-VEGF Therapy
October 23, 2019
Firearm Injuries Lead to Permanent Vision Loss in Youth
October 23, 2019
Researchers Pinpoint Neuroretinal Rim Influences
October 22, 2019
Smoking Cessation Lowers AMD Risk
October 22, 2019
Standard CXL Still the Way to Go
October 22, 2019
AMD Protection That’s Easy to Swallow
October 21, 2019
CNV Reduces Local AMD Progression
October 21, 2019
Dry Eye Drop Seeks to Cease Vicious Cycle
October 21, 2019
Adding a Keratoconus Registry Doesn’t Interrupt Workflow
October 21, 2019
Expanded OneDay Parameters Embrace High Myopes
October 18, 2019
Fatty Acids Can Enhance Eye Drops
October 18, 2019
Few Glaucoma Patients Develop Catastrophic Vision Loss
October 18, 2019
Declining Vision, Dosing Intervals Go Hand-in-hand
October 18, 2019
ONH Changes Associated With Trabs
October 17, 2019
Demographics Tied to Vision Loss in AMD
October 17, 2019
Electronic Charts Best for Central Vision Loss
October 17, 2019
OCT-A Measures Circumpapillary RNFL
October 16, 2019
Factors Predict Post-op Glaucoma in Kids
October 16, 2019
Blame Blunt Trauma for Most Pediatric Macular Holes
October 16, 2019
Watch for MS in Cases of Optic Neuritis
October 15, 2019
Deep RNFL Layer Associated with Functional Change
October 15, 2019
Keratoconus May be Linked to Psoriasis
October 15, 2019
Screening Toddlers? Any VA Chart Will Do
October 14, 2019
Get Up and Move to Manage DED
October 14, 2019
Mites Not Limited to the Eyelashes
October 14, 2019
Anti-VEGF Drugs Detected in Breast Milk
October 11, 2019
Dark Chocolate Light on Eye Benefits
October 11, 2019
Scleral Lens Terminology Guide Comes to Fruition
October 11, 2019
Map Patterns Predict Fuchs’
October 10, 2019
AI Gets As and Bs in Glaucoma Detection and Referral
October 10, 2019
Dynamic Retinoscopy Can Assess Accommodation
October 10, 2019
Tonometry Prism Sharpens IOP Readings
October 09, 2019
Newest Anti-VEGF Allows Quarterly Dosing
October 09, 2019
RevitaLens Now Part of Acuvue Line
October 09, 2019
Patients Wary of Low Vision Products
October 09, 2019
Opioids on the Rise After Ocular Surgery
October 09, 2019
Deep Learning Spots Glaucomatous Damage
October 09, 2019
Three New Artificial Tears Debut
October 08, 2019
One Billion Have Preventable Vision Impairment
October 08, 2019
Sex Plays Role in RNFL Composition
October 08, 2019
New Ways to Help Thwart MG Conversion
October 08, 2019
AOA Asks FDA to Recall 1-800's Eye Exam
October 07, 2019
History of AK Reveals Bad Habits
October 07, 2019
Autologous Serum Uncertainties Persist
October 07, 2019
Retinal and Corneal Changes Distinct in DR
October 04, 2019
Simultaneous Procedures Improve Ectasia
October 04, 2019
Dry Mouth, Dry Eyes Go Hand-in-Hand
October 04, 2019
Retinal Sun Damage Persists
October 03, 2019
Location is Key with Corneal Pain
October 03, 2019
Look Inside The Current Issue
Features
An OD's Guide to Visual Processing Disorders
When you suspect your patient’s sight is affected by a neurological issue, be sure to understand the differential diagnosis.
Can You Differentiate These Tough Glaucoma Cases?
Just because it looks like POAG doesn’t mean it is. Here’s how you can get to the bottom of even the most difficult diagnoses.
The Larry Alexander Resident Case Report Contest: When and How To Treat Optic Disc Pit Maculopathy
This rare presentation has both medical and surgical treatment options. Be prepared with comprehensive knowledge of both.
Thyroid Eye Disease In Your Exam Lane
Whether managing associated side effects or referring and comanaging, you are integral to these patients’ care teams.
When 20/20 Isn’t Enough
Patients may be correctable to excellent acuity, but underlying pathology could still distort, interrupt or disturb their vision.
When Drugs Cause Dry Eye
To identify and treat patients more effectively, know these systemic drugs and ocular drops linked to dry eye.
Departments
Bad Optics
The easiest way to help almost a billion people is simply to give them a pair of glasses. But that’s only the start.
Be Home Before Dark
Can imaging help find a course of action for a patient with lifelong myopia who is now experiencing progressive vision loss?
Beating 20/Blurry
Acuity is just the tip of the visual health iceberg. Don’t forget to test other aspects of a patient’s visual perception.
Challenge Accepted
Neurotrophic keratopathy can be difficult to manage, but ever-expanding treatment options are enhancing our ability to achieve successful results.
Clean House, But Have a Plan
Hitting the reset button on meds takes a methodical approach.
Eyes Wide Open
Eyelid surgery requires a conservative approach to avoid exposure keratitis.
Facedown Showdown
Everyone agrees timely macular hole intervention is crucial—but post-op positioning is up for debate.
Letters to the Editor
Read this optometrist's reaction to one of our recent columns.
Out of the Blue
Using trypan blue vital dye in cataract surgery could be the difference between success and failure.
Pressure on the Surface
Glaucoma patients using topical therapy often spiral into chronic dry eye. Here’s why.
Put a Red Eye Back in the Pink
Does anything about this patient's presentation help explain why his red eye is getting worse?
Putting Add Power to the Test
Learn more about the monocular estimation method and the fused cross-cylinder test to help manage your binocular vision patients.
Sensory Motor Testing Defined
Know when you need more than a basic exam—and how to code for it.
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Sometimes it’s worth hauling your phoropter over to a new building, if only for a little exercise.
Continuing Education
October 2019 • 2.00 Credits
When Drugs Cause Dry Eye
September 2019 • 2.00 Credits
Infiltrative Keratitis: Fight the Battle for Corneal Clarity
August 2019 • 2.00 Credits
The Dangers and the Diagnosis of CLMK
July 2019 • 2.00 Credits
Glaucoma Medications: When Good Drugs Do Bad Things
Additional Publications
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Practical Strategies for Preventing Blindness Caused by AMD
Doctors share best practices to help optometrists in diverse practice settings make a difference early in the disease continuum.
Sponsored by MacuLogix. Reconsidering Lacrisert: An Overlooked Opportunity to Manage Moderate to Severe Dry Eye Disease
Wellness Essentials For Clinical Practice
Brand Theater...
Women in Optometry - September 2019
Rethinking DED Treatment
Jobs
Review of Cornea & Contact Lenses
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What Specular Microscopy Reveals About Your Patients
Visualizing the corneal endothelium aids in the diagnosis and management of myriad corneal diseases. -
Navigating the Scleral Lens Maze
Here’s how to avoid these common mistakes and complications and work through them when they occur. -
Consider Sclerals For Dry Eye
This treatment option may require more care but provides patients with relief. -
Getting Started with Scleral Lenses
Adding innovative technologies and services to your practice can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. -
Multifocal Optics Expand the Reach of Scleral Lenses
This modality gives presbyopic patients the break they’ve been looking for. Follow this guide for the best results. -
The Work-around
Don’t let conjunctival obstacles get in the way of scleral lens success.
Women in Optometry
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See You In St. Louis on June 19: Women In Optometry® Summit
Speakers have been announced for the inaugural Women In Optometry Summit, Flex Your Superpowers, on Wed., June 19.
