Low Vision
Driving By Sound
Are auditory guides a safe alternative for low-vision motorists?
01/18/2019
Bolder Print Not as Effective for Low Vision Patients as Previously Thought
Researchers prove this mindset wrong after observing that larger stroke-widths do not significantly improve reading speed.
12/13/2018
Eschenbach Launches Guide Dog Partnership
The low vision company will help fund a career canine.
10/01/2018
Wearable Devices May Restore Some Functional Loss
Augmented reality could improve object recognition for low vision patients.
09/19/2018
Disparities Exist in Low Vision Services
Individuals from minority groups are less likely to use low vision devices, but not vision rehabilitation, compared with Caucasians.
09/13/2018
Communication Woes Thwart Low Vision Referrals for Glaucoma
Misperception and bias stand in the way.
07/11/2018
Low Vision Devices Combat Childhood Visual Impairment
Kids amenable to telescope use benefit significantly. But a full-scope rehab effort is needed.
05/28/2018
More Time with Low Vision Patients Boosts Recovery
The extra effort justifies the hassle, new study finds.
04/19/2018
Proceed With Caution: Low Vision and Driving
Here’s how you can navigate the complex interplay between DMV standards and the needs of your patients who are visually impaired.
04/15/2018
Letters to the Editor
"We must, as a profession, start speaking about low vision to all AMD patients."
02/15/2018
Upcoming Events
February 15-19, 2019
Annual Winter Ophthalmic Conference
Location: The Westin Snowmass Conference Hotel
Program Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD, and Leo Semes, OD
Up to 20 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
March 7-10, 2019
New Technologies & Treatments in Eye Care—Orlando, FL
Location: Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 20 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
April 11-13, 2019
New Technologies & Treatments in Eye Care—San Diego
Location: Manchester Grand Hyatt
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 19 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Jobs
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Ophthalmic Surgery Scheduler
Duke Eye Center
2/16/2019 -
Optometrist
Walmart/Sam's Club Health & Wellness
2/16/2019 -
Certified Optician
UC Berkeley School of Optometry
2/16/2019
