Glaucoma
Refractive Error Correction Software Impacts OCT Accuracy
Ocular magnification significantly affects RNFL thickness measurements and should be considered when diagnosing glaucoma.
10/22/2018
Step It Up! Exercise Improves Glaucoma Progression
An additional 5,000 steps a day cut VF loss by 10% in a recent study.
10/18/2018
Glaucoma: From Landmark Studies to Modern-day Care
While it’s important to remember where you come from, it’s also important to embrace where you’re going.
10/15/2018
Epiretinal Membrane Surgery May Be Glaucoma Risk
In a five-year study, post-op patients saw significantly greater ganglion cell–inner plexiform layer thinning.
10/11/2018
Glaucoma: A Family Affair
Familial history of the disease is a significant risk factor, a recent study finds.
10/11/2018
Low Levels of BP and OPP Linked to Glaucoma Risk
Large study of Asian population highlights the disease’s relationship with blood flow.
10/10/2018
Vertical Cup-to-disc Ratio Discrepancies Cause Worry
Researchers are concerned variation will affect outcomes for risk calculations for glaucoma.
10/09/2018
Macular Pigment’s New Role in Glaucoma Research
Analysis of the area might be key to assess visual function in individuals.
10/08/2018
iStent Use Can Reduce Need for Drops
Results persisted for two years in a new study.
10/05/2018
POAG Patients Benefit from Meditation
Stress reduction shaved 6mm Hg from IOP and increased quality of life.
10/02/2018
Upcoming Events
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
December 14-15, 2018
West Coast Optometric Glaucoma Symposium
Location: Monarch Hotel, Dana Point, CA
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD, and Robert N. Weinreb, OD
Up to 12 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Location: Monarch Hotel, Dana Point, CA
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD, and Robert N. Weinreb, OD
Up to 12 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Jobs
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Optometrist
O'BRYON EYE ASSOCIATES, LLC
10/21/2018 -
Ophthalmic Technician
Dr. Lawrence Kessler
10/21/2018 -
Optometrist
Practice Information Undisclosed
10/21/2018
