The Essentials

Doxy: Worth its Moxie

The tetracycline class of antibiotics, doxycycline, is emerging as a versatile drug for ophthalmic use.
09/15/2024

Anatomical Anomaly?

Almost half of the population possesses a cilioretinal artery, which has implications in certain conditions.
07/15/2024

Provoked Proteins

Two blood tests can offer greater insight about whether an inflammation-causing eye condition is present.
05/15/2024

A Look at Lutein

This lipid-soluble pigment is an integral part of maintaining ocular health.
03/15/2024

Know Your Glow

Retroillumination can offer better examination of clear structures like the cornea and lens.
01/15/2024

Elastin Expansion

Differentiating secondary glaucoma types like pseudoexfoliative syndrome is crucial in providing proper care.
11/15/2023

Electrify Your Exams

ERGs document neuronal function—and dysfunction—in retinal conditions to aid differential diagnosis and monitor progression.
09/15/2023

Macular Focus

Pinpoint your knowledge toward understanding how the structures here give rise to various conditions.
07/15/2023

Vascular Variations

Brush up on the fundamental differences between arteries, veins and capillaries and how each feeds the eye.
05/15/2023

A Gold Standard

With suspected tuberculosis, diagnosis can exclude other ocular conditions that exhibit similar symptoms.
03/15/2023

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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