Neuro-ophthalmic Disorders
Concussion, CTE and the Visual System
Current research suggests a role for optometric care on the playing field and in other settings where concussion and traumatic brain injury are prevalent.
05/15/2017
Imaging for Unilateral Proptosis
Clinical findings alone won’t always be enough to make the diagnosis. Here’s advice on radiologic testing and what it may reveal.
04/15/2017
Low-Tech TBI Rehabilitation
Often, binasal occlusion with a small piece of tape can be a huge help for stroke and brain injury patients.
04/15/2017
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
Concussion and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
Optometrists should be on the lookout for symptoms of CTE in patients with a history of repetitive head trauma, especially those who play contact sports.
03/15/2017
Getting Some Shut Eye
Complete ptosis can mean you’re dealing with a neurological issue. Get briefed on the work-up and what comes next.
03/15/2017
Seeing Halos, No Faith Needed
While temporal artery biopsies are the standard to confirm giant cell arteritis, sonography is a noninvasive alternative.
01/15/2017
Nerves in a Tight Spot
When a patient presents with suspected cranial pathology, knowing the nooks and crannies the nerves call home can guide you toward a diagnosis.
01/15/2017
Seeing Stars: How to Diagnose and Manage Migraine
Be prepared to help patients with non-emergent, yet painful and potentially debilitating, migraines.
12/15/2016
When the Pain Won’t Go Away
Early diagnosis is key to helping patients overcome ocular neuropathic pain associated with dry eye disease.
11/15/2016
Upcoming Events
June 8-11, 2017
New Technologies and Treatments in Eye Care
Location: Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club, Orlando, FL
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 18 CE credits (COPE approved)
Register here
Location: Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club, Orlando, FL
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 18 CE credits (COPE approved)
Register here
November 3-5, 2017
New Technologies & Treatments in Eye Care
Location: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 19 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
Registration opens April 2017
Location: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO
Up to 19 CE Credits (COPE approval pending)
Registration opens April 2017
February 16-20, 2018
SkiVision 2018
Location: Westin Snowmass Conference Center, Aspen, CO
Speakers: Murray Fingeret, OD & Leo Semes, OD
Up to 20 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Location: Westin Snowmass Conference Center, Aspen, CO
Speakers: Murray Fingeret, OD & Leo Semes, OD
Up to 20 CE credits (COPE approval pending)
Register here
Jobs
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Optician
Dunkirk Vision
5/28/2017 -
Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist
The University of Pittsburgh
5/28/2017 -
FT Optometrist Opportunities in AZ----Sign-on Bonus
Sowash Optometry Group, P.C.
5/28/2017
