Refraction
Astigmatism Linked to Cognitive and Language Deficits
To kids, it's not just an annoyance—it's an impediment to learning.
07/12/2018
Good Vision, Mental Sharpness in Seniors Go Hand-in-Hand
Maintaining optimal vision may prevent cognitive decline.
07/09/2018
Non-cycloplegic Refractions Increase Risk for Misdiagnosis
Clinicians may overestimate myopia by more than 12% without it.
06/29/2018
How to Spot Vision Exam “Cheaters”
Those who misrepresented answers had greater variability in responses.
06/14/2018
Another Study Touts Improved Depth Perception from Video Games
Stereoacuity remained stable after six months.
06/13/2018
MRI Reveals Post-Therapy Convergence Insufficiency Success
This imaging modality shows changes in brain activation following treatment.
06/12/2018
Topography-guided LASIK Somewhat More Precise than SMILE
Both are safe and effective in refractive error correction but some high-end results favored topo-LASIK.
05/23/2018
Progressive Add Lenses Helpful for Pre-presbyopes
These lenses can improve working distance and induce positive refractive shift, research shows.
05/08/2018
Opternative Expands By Working With ODs
New regulations on online refractive exams haven’t limited the company’s growth.
04/18/2018
Fresnel Prism to the Rescue
Finding the perfect prism can take time and patience, but once it fits, it sticks.
04/15/2018
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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Front Desk Administrator
Watson Dry Eye Center. PA
7/16/2018 -
Optician
Hutto Family Eye Care
7/16/2018 -
Optometrist
Doctor’s Exchange of Colorado, P.C.
7/16/2018
