Urgent Care
How to manage ocular emergencies in the optometric office. By Richard Mangan, OD
A Nerve-racking Experience
The need to distinguish true papilledema from a benign anomaly puts our diagnostic skills to the test—while the clock is ticking.
10/15/2017
Wrenching Up the Socket
ODs can help patients with orbital fracture through prompt diagnosis, prophylactic treatment and timely referral.
08/15/2017
Coping with Rejection
Early recognition is the key to caring for patients with urgent corneal transplant issues.
06/15/2017
Find the Nerve to Fight Diplopia
When a patient’s double vision is caused by a cranial nerve palsy, ODs must act quickly.
04/15/2017
Managing a Cat-tastrophe
A bacterial infection transferred from a pet can lead to urgent eye issues.
02/15/2017
A Cut Above the Rest
Distinguish yourself by mastering the evaluation and management techniques of eyelid lacerations.
12/15/2016
Preventing a Total Melt Down
Keratolysis is a significant complication that demands immediate attention. Here’s a primer on monitoring and treating it.
10/15/2016
Combating Bacterial Keratitis
You can neutralize these sight-threatening infections with prompt diagnosis and aggressive therapy.
08/15/2016
Angle Closure: A Bad Connection
When a patient’s iris and lens connect, trouble emerges.
06/15/2016
Urgent Flashes and Floaters
These pesky symptoms can have dire consequences.
04/15/2016
Upcoming Events
November 3-5, 2017
New Technologies & Treatments in Eye Care
Location: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 18 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
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Location: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 18 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
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December 1-2, 2017
Retina Update 2017
Location: Sheraton Park Hotel, Anaheim, CA
Program Chair: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD
Up to 11 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
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Location: Sheraton Park Hotel, Anaheim, CA
Program Chair: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD
Up to 11 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
December 15-16, 2017
West Coast Optometric Glaucoma Symposium
Location: Hilton Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD & Robert Weinreb, MD
Up to 12 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
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Location: Hilton Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD & Robert Weinreb, MD
Up to 12 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Jobs
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Optometrist
The Center for Eye Care and Optical
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Ophthalmic Technician
California Eye Specialists
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Optometrist
Norwich Ophthalmology Group PC
10/21/2017
