Pediatrics

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Make a big impact with our smaller patients and take the time to address their visual needs.
05/15/2023

Nine Out of 10 of US Counties Have No Pediatric Ophthalmologists

Despite the subspecialty increasing its ranks by more than 300 individuals in the past 15 years, population grew at a faster rate proportionately.
02/02/2023

Close, Long-term Monitoring Needed in Retinopathy of Prematurity

Retreatment and preterm birth were associated with ocular problems in six-year-olds.
02/02/2023

Optometrists Play Key Role in Pediatric Referral

To improve efficiency in the healthcare system, a recent analysis argues these specialists should be relied on more, as their diagnostic accuracy was shown to be better than that of GPs and pediatricians.
10/19/2022

Topical Antibiotic Effective in Pediatric Acute Infective Conjunctivitis

However, placebo drops also seemed to have a therapeutic effect compared with no intervention.
10/17/2022

Consumer Product-related Pediatric Eye Injury Shows Decreasing Trend

Injuries remain common from golf, non-powder firearms and recreational sports, prompting more prevention efforts, study shows.
10/10/2022

Study Documents Indirect Effects of COVID-19 on Pediatric Eye Care

Kids have not received adequate eye care; less were reported to see a specialist for regular screenings and more reported vision issues even while wearing glasses since 2019.
10/05/2022

Study Identifies Common Eye Abnormalities in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

Among the most prevalent were short palpebral fissure length, visual impairment and epicanthus.
09/19/2022

Laser Refractive Surgery in Kids May Mitigate Amblyopia

While not a perfect solution, a review study by the Academy of Ophthalmology found that it may yield some improvement, though long-term safety data is lacking.
08/24/2022

Youth with Diabetes at Risk of Early Retinal Complications

These include increased total retinal and inner retinal thickness in the central subfield that correlates with HbA1c and fasting glucose, as shown on OCT.
07/06/2022

Upcoming Events

September 22-24, 2023

New Technologies & Treatments in Eye Care—Philadelphhia, PA
Location: The Westin Philadelphia
Program Chair: Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO

Earn up to 21 CE credits (COPE approval pending)

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September 27, 2023

Showcasing Inflammation and IOP Control
Location: Canaletto, Las Vegas, NV
Presenters: Derek Cunningham, OD, and Jessica Steen, OD
Presentation: 7:00 PM PT

Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb

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October 3, 2023

Addressing a Major Gap in the Treatment of Dry Eye Disease
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Damon Dierker, OD, and Jennifer Loh, MD
Webinar: 8:00pm ET

Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb

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