Technology

Eye Care at the Speed of Light

Telehealth and AI rely on digital tools when human interaction is hard to come by. Here’s how these trends have been accelerated by the shutdown and other catalysts.
10/15/2020

At the Crossroads of Technology and Tradition

Tried-and-true retinal exam techniques are still relevant, even with the inclusion of ever-more precise gizmos.
09/15/2019

Familiarize Yourself with Point-of-care Tools for Dry Eye

A plethora of new tools are rewriting the anterior segment disease monitoring protocol.
11/20/2018

The Dilated Exam in the Age of Ultra-widefield Imaging

The technology’s pros and cons have made it a hot topic in recent years. Here’s where it currently stands in clinical practice.
11/20/2018

Will Remote Refraction Tarnish Telemedicine?

Competitive efforts risk alienating ODs from a new mode of care that holds much potential for good.
10/15/2018

Your Phoropter on Steroids?

High-tech refraction systems tout greater accuracy, comfort and time savings. Skeptics ask if such gains justify choosing this over other practice-enhancing investments.
09/15/2017

Downsize Your Technology to Enhance Your Practice

Here’s a look at the many handheld devices that can provide significant benefits for your practice.
09/15/2017

How Early Diagnosis Can Improve AMD Outcomes

Functional tests are giving optometrists the ability to diagnose earlier and more precisely than ever.
09/15/2017

Modernize Your Exam of Glaucoma Patients and Suspects

Additional testing can help you customize your glaucoma workup.
09/15/2017

Will You Be Prescribing Google Glasses?

Patients wearing this futuristic device and other “augmented reality” glasses will be showing up in your offices soon. Should you plug in to this technology?
08/15/2013

Upcoming Events

2019 Conference Planner

Intrepid Presents: Innovations and Implementations in Practice
Location: Renaissance Newport Beach
Program Co-chairs: Nathan Lighthizer, OD, FAAO and John D. Gelles, OD, FIAO, FCLSA
Earn 14 LIVE COPE Credits (approval pending)

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Special Conference: Technologies & Treatments in Eye Care

Establishing a Partnership in the Effective Management of Patients with Diabetic Retinal Disease
Location: The Palm Chicago
Speakers: Steven Ferrucci, OD, FAAO, and Dilsher Dhoot, MD
7:30–8:30pm CST

Sponsored by Regeneron

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