July

Features

Case Report

A Case of Poppers Maculopathy

This rare, drug-induced condition requires diligent monitoring.

Glaucoma

Questions and Controversies in Glaucoma Care

We tackle nine hot debates about this disease with the most current research available.

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.

Vision Therapy

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

Chairside

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.

Clinical Quandaries

Mental Block

Misconceptions remain on using this long-standing glaucoma treatment in patients with heart disease.

Diagnostic Quiz

Two for One

What should you consider when a patient reports a history of blunt ocular trauma?

Glaucoma Grand Rounds

Adjusting Therapy When Warranted

The importance of fitting pieces together in the glaucoma puzzle.

Outlook

Get Going on Gonio

This simple procedure is essential to glaucoma patient care—and maybe to optometry’s wider ambitions, too.

Retina Quiz

A Shot in the Dark

Can you recognize this patient’s presentation?

The Essentials

Anatomical Anomaly?

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

Through My Eyes

The Blue Light Controversy

Exposure affects more than just the eyes.

Urgent Care

Unmasking Sarcoidosis

Optometrists are often the first to encounter the initial presentation of this rare inflammatory disease in their patients.

You Be the Judge

JOAG Misdiagnosed as Amblyopia

Reduced visual acuity requires a good explanation.