Today's Spotlight
Get Going on Gonio
This simple procedure is essential to glaucoma patient care—and maybe to optometry’s wider ambitions, too.
Today's Spotlight
Puppy Love Blindness
The rare case of red eye that does not respond to treatment can have a disastrous outcome.
Today's Spotlight
Down the Tubes
Q: A glaucoma patient called the office stating that she rubbed her eye and a “piece of plastic came out.” What is going on?
Today's Spotlight
Seeing Clearly
Set yourself up for success the next time you interact with a GP lens consultant.
Today's Spotlight
The Enemy Within
A patient presents with anterior uveitis as well as several systemic conditions, plus retinal detachment. What’s going on?
The News Feed
Pentosan Takes Its Toll on the Retina
July 11, 2024
VEGF-A Elevated in Glaucoma Patients
July 08, 2024
SLT Performs Better at Higher Baseline IOP
July 05, 2024
Rigid Contact Lenses Making a Comeback
July 03, 2024
ORS Case Report Contest Winner Announced
July 01, 2024
Scope Bill Passed in D.C. Excludes Optometry
June 28, 2024
FTC Votes Unanimously to Require Rx Release Confirmation
June 27, 2024
Consider Age and Kmax Asymmetry for Keratoconus
June 26, 2024
Age Negatively Correlated with Retinal Volume
June 24, 2024
Study Explores Reasons for Ortho-K Discontinuation
June 21, 2024
Blood Pressure Medication May Increase POAG Risk
June 20, 2024
Look Inside The Current Issue
Features
A Case of Poppers Maculopathy
This paper highlighted the complications of pathologic myopia.
Glaucoma in Optometric Practice: Breaking Down the Barriers to Success
Gain the confidence and knowledge to take advantage of treating this growing population.
MIGS: Your Role in the Post-op Experience
A glaucoma surgeon and comanaging optometrist explain what to look for at follow-up visits and how to address the potential complications that may arise.
Optimizing Care: A Guide to Seeing Existing Glaucoma Patients for the First Time
This initial encounter presents a unique challenge that requires a nuanced approach.
Questions and Controversies in Glaucoma Care
We tackle nine hot debates about this disease with the most current research available.
When It’s Not Amblyopia: The Differential of Functional vs. Pathological Vision Loss
A clear understanding of the differences is key for effective patient management.
Departments
Mental Block
Misconceptions remain on using this long-standing glaucoma treatment in patients with heart disease.
Adjusting Therapy When Warranted
The importance of fitting pieces together in the glaucoma puzzle.
Anatomical Anomaly?
Almost half of the population possesses a cilioretinal artery, which has implications in certain condition.
Get Going on Gonio
This simple procedure is essential to glaucoma patient care—and maybe to optometry’s wider ambitions, too.
The Struggle is Real
Is there anything more annoying than those who don’t pick up after their dog? These patient interactions are a close second.
Two for One
What should you consider when a patient reports a history of blunt ocular trauma?
Unmasking Sarcoidosis
Optometrists are often the first to encounter the initial presentation of this rare inflammatory disease in their patients.
Upcoming Events
Continuing Education
July 2024 • 2.00 Credits
When Its Not Amblyopia: The Differential of Functional vs. Pathological Vision Loss
June 2024 • 2.00 Credits
Are You Up to Speed on Inherited Retinal Dystrophies?
May 2024 • 2.00 Credits
Ocular Manifestations of Autoimmune Diseases: How to Understand and Identify
April 2024 • 2.00 Credits
Corneal Pain Presentations: Causes and Interventions
Additional Publications
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Modern Management of Geographic Atrophy in Optometry
Hear from several experts, including Miguel A. Busquets, MD, Carolyn Majcher, OD, and Mary Anne C. Murphy, OD, about how to manage geographic atrophy using modern-day tools, technology, treatments and knowledge.
Sponsored by Apellis Pharmaceuticals Inc and Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc Vision and Lifestyle Modern Presbyopic Patient
Reaping the Benefits of Serum Tears in Practice
The Value of Real Tears
A Wider View Of The Retina Advances Care
It’s Time to Talk to Your Patients about Digital Eye Strain
Review of Cornea & Contact Lenses
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Overcoming Obstacles with Scleral Lens Fitting
Follow along with these two tough cases to sharpen your techniques and help set expectations for patients with severe corneal compromise. -
Master Elevation-driven Contact Lens Fitting
See how prioritizing sagittal metrics is changing the approach to design across modalities. -
Lessons Learned at ARVO 2024
An abstract review of the latest, intriguing and clinically practical cornea and contact lens research papers presented at this year’s meeting. -
Custom vs. Standard Soft Lenses for the Irregular Cornea: How to Choose
Learn which approach works best in this case-based article. -
Corneal Topography: Get to New Heights
See how elevation data reveals the greatest truths about corneo-scleral shape. -
Soft Toric Lenses: Harness This Valuable Practice Opportunity
Experts demystify common misconceptions and offer fitting pearls.
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