Glaucoma
Prepping Your Diagnostic Toolbox
Caring for this population takes more than an IOP check these days. Here are some must-have diagnostic strategies.
06/15/2018
MIGS: Getting Better All the Time
Studies show these techniques are evolving and leading to improved outcomes.
06/15/2018
Pressure Watcher
Worried about glaucoma, a patient presents with complaints of visual disturbances.
06/15/2018
Sherlock Holmes With a Lab Coat
Put your thinking cap on—it’s time to solve some ocular mysteries.
06/15/2018
Hypertension Guidelines: What Do They Mean For Glaucoma Patients?
Research suggests some screening changes that may impact your care.
06/05/2018
Contact Lens Sensor Variables Linked With VF Progression
Research suggests 24-hour measurements may be superior to in-office IOP for patients with open-angle glaucoma.
06/01/2018
Genetic Variations May Signal Glaucoma Risk
Biomarkers could be measured as early as birth, study says.
06/01/2018
Migraine Sufferers May Get Relief from Glaucoma Drops
Quick-acting timolol takes effect in 15 minutes.
05/31/2018
Glaucoma Measurements Vary Between Clinicians
Discord between doctors is “frequent and substantial,” research says.
05/31/2018
The ‘Tube vs. Trab’ Battle Rages On
While one holds an advantage in IOP control, the other has higher corneal graft survival rates for post-PK patients.
05/30/2018
Upcoming Events
September 21-22, 2018
East Coast Optometric Glaucoma Symposium
Location: Rittenhouse Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD, and Robert N. Weinreb, OD
Up to 12 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Location: Rittenhouse Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD, and Robert N. Weinreb, OD
Up to 12 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
November 2-4, 2018
New Technologies & Treatments in Eye Care Arlington
Location: The Westin Arlington Gateway
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 19 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Location: The Westin Arlington Gateway
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 19 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
November 30-December 1, 2018
The Optometric Retina Society and Review Group Vision Care Education Present: Retina Update 2018
Location: Fairmont Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Program Chair: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO
Up to 11 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Jobs
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Ophthalmic Technician
Del Negro & Senft Eye Associates
6/19/2018 -
Ophthalmic Technician
Oregon Eye Specialists
6/19/2018 -
Registered Nurse
Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center, Inc.
6/19/2018
