December 15, 2022

Features

Cataract

Take Charge of Cataract Care with Laser Capsulotomy

Alleviating PCO—the most common complication of cataract surgery—is well within optometry’s skill set. Learn how to offer this valuable service to your patients.

Eyelids

Broaden Your Horizons to Include Lesion Removal

For many, our scope now allows us to provide more convenient and effective care. Here are the best tips I learned along the way as I expanded my skills to include this service.

Income

2022 Income: Work Smarter, Not Harder

With optometry seemingly stabilizing after a volatile period, ODs have been tasked with implementing sustainable strategies and solutions for a more profitable future.

Surgery

An OD’s Guide to Using Lasers for Glaucoma

Capitalize on recent scope expansion laws by learning to perform SLT and LPI.

Gearing up for Laser and Minor Surgery: Advice from Experts

When advanced procedures become part of your state’s optometric scope of practice, use these tips to efficiently and confidently add them to your clinic.

Take Charge of Cataract Care with Laser Capsulotomy

Alleviating PCO—the most common complication of cataract surgery—is well within optometry’s skill set. Learn how to offer this valuable service to your patients.

Departments

Chairside

Remedy This

Every family has their own “tried-and-true” recipe. Does it actually work? Definitely not, but let’s avoid bursting any bubbles.

Clinical Quandaries

Little Jack Horner

Calmly assess the possible underlying causes of this condition.

Diagnostic Quiz

In Deep Trouble

Problems that arise beneath the RPE are often worrisome. Would you recommend immediate attention in this case?

Focus on Refraction

Addition by Subtraction: Cutting the Cyl

Most of the time, small amounts don’t equate to a change in prescription.

Glaucoma Grand Rounds

Expect an Expert

A new patient presents requesting a second opinion regarding her glaucoma diagnosis. Are you prepared to handle the situation?

Outlook

Be All That You Can Be

Not every OD needs surgical privileges. But that it’s even possible shows just how ample the opportunities are to serve the public good.

Surgical Minute

Peel it Back

Foveoschisis requires surgical intervention. Here’s what the MD will do to alleviate traction and protect the retina.

Therapeutic Review

One Last Time

Inflammation from dacryocystitis can be a minor nuisance.

Through My Eyes

Laser Focused

Consider these advanced surgical procedures in your practice.