Cornea

Advances in Endothelial Surgery: An Update for ODs

DMEK remains the current procedure of choice, but newer techniques may obviate the need for donor tissue entirely. Read on to learn the current state of the art and, perhaps, glimpse the future.
04/15/2024

Corneal Cases: Which are Right For You?

Here’s how to evaluate a wide array of presentations and decide whether to accept or send to another provider.
04/15/2024

Corneal Pain Presentations: Causes and Interventions

Get up to speed on the basis and manifestations of neuropathic as well as neurotrophic changes.
04/15/2024

Sizing Up Keratoconus: The Roles of Topography and Tomography

Three different imaging modalities serve their own purposes for diagnosing and monitoring this condition.
04/15/2024

The Many Mishaps of the Anterior Segment

The eye’s first line of defense against external threats is often compromised by infection or injury. Systemic conditions frequently also manifest changes here as well.
01/15/2024

Real-World Uses of Autologous Serum Eye Drops

Here’s guidance on when and how to employ this “big gun” in the fight against dry eye disease.
11/15/2023

Addressing Pterygium in Optometric Practice

Successful management of this condition requires a comprehensive understanding of its pathophysiology, clinical features and diagnostic criteria.
11/15/2023

The Definitive Guide to Corneal Topography

Understanding when and how to use this tool is a critical component of optometric practice.
09/15/2023

A Game Plan for Treating Corneal Infections

Follow this guidance to determine the cause and come up with a strategy.
04/15/2023

Managing Episodes of Corneal Trauma

Perform these steps to properly treat injuries, abrasions and foreign bodies.
04/15/2023

Upcoming Events

December 5, 2024

Rethinking Dry Eye Disease: A Contemporary Approach to a Complex Condition
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Nate Lighthizer, OD, and Dagny Zhu, MD
Webinar: 9:00pm ET

Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb

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December 6-7, 2024

West Coast Optometric Glaucoma Symposium
Location: Westin Carlsbad, Carlsbad, California
Program Co-Chairs: Murray Fingeret, OD, and Robert N. Weinreb, MD
Earn up to 12 LIVE COPE Credits (accreditation pending)

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December 7-8, 2024

Retina Update 2024
Location: Westin Carlsbad, Carlsbad, California
Program Chairs: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, and Steven Ferrucci, OD
Earn up to 11 LIVE COPE credits (accreditation pending)

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