Amblyopia
Expanded Photoscreener Access Improves Amblyopia Screenings, But Not Disparities
One healthcare system screened 70% more patients after integrating this technology; however, persistent racial inequalities call for an additional solution.
02/06/2024
Amblyopia, Strabismus Higher in Twin Children
Female sex, younger gestational age and lower birth weight were also significantly more common in this patient population.
12/20/2023
Dopamingeric Therapy Ineffective Aid to Amblyopia
Using levodopa and carbidopa in conjunction with the traditional patch, visual improvement was minimal and transient in a recent literature review.
09/05/2023
Does Amblyopia Have a Protective Effect on AMD?
In a new study, when patients had both conditions, they tended to be diagnosed on contralateral sides.
07/13/2023
Amblyopia No Hindrance to School Performance, Study Finds
No academic differences were found among these kids and their unaffected peers.
04/04/2023
OCT Angiography May Be Good Diagnostic Tool for Amblyopia
The device was able to identify retinal vessel density in these patients to be lower than in controls.
03/17/2023
Eye Position Deviation, Stereoacuity Top Risk Factors in Anisometropic Amblyopia
Both were commonly associated with treatment failure, study finds.
01/18/2023
Treatment for Mild Amblyopia Effective Half the Time
These patients—including a third of those treated in the past—achieved 20/20 vision and improved stereopsis.
12/21/2022
Digital Device for Amblyopia Helps Improve VA and Binocularity
As a bonus, treatments can be done at home.
10/14/2022
Bifocal-Atropine Combo Effective in Certain Amblyopes
Children with hyperopic anisometropia had better accommodative responses when using this therapy.
09/22/2022
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June 4, 2024
Rethinking Dry Eye Disease: A Contemporary Approach to a Complex Condition
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Karl G. Stonecipher, MD, and Jessica Steen, OD
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June 19, 2024
Showcasing Inflammation and IOP Control
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Presenters: Nora Lee Cothran, OD, and Walter Whitley, OD, MBA
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September 8, 2024
Ocular Surface Symposium
Location: Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
Presenter: Paul Karpecki, OD
