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Genetics
The Genetics of Glaucoma
The discovery of glaucoma genes and the proteins they produce aids in understanding the pathophysiology of this complex group of diseases.
Patient Care
The Myopia Debate: Nature vs. Nurture
Researchers broadly categorize potential causes of myopia and myopia progression into two theories. Evidence exists for and against each one.
The Obesity Epidemic: A New Role for O.D.s?
Obesity has serious ocular and systemic implications. That means you need to do more to educate this group of patients
Practice Management
To Keep Patients Happy, Keep Lenses In-House
An in-office finishing lab is not just for your patients’ convenience. It can help keep a lid on the skyrocketing cost of optometric practice.
Make a Spectacle Of Yourself
Here are five steps to ensure that your patients don’t walk out of your practice with their prescriptions.
Practice Transitions
Practice Transitions Series Part III: Finding a Niche
Once over the hump of the first few years, optometrists go the extra mile to grow their reputations and their practices.
Departments
Chairside
One Moment in Time
How can you make your long, boring days more enjoyable? Live in the moment. This moment. No, wait, this moment. Now … this moment.
Clinical Quandaries
A Multifocal IOL in the Mix
Patients who receive multifocal implants need a thorough discussion of their options. You should know about how these devices are paid for.
Diagnostic Quiz
Don’t Act Rash for Rash
Meetings and Conferences
Meetings + Conferences
News Review
LASIK May Not Be Contraindicated in Patients Who Have Autoimmune Disease
IN THE NEWS
First Complaint Filed Under Contact Lens Law
Early AMD Linked To Higher Stroke Risk
A new study finds patients with early-stage AMD have double the risk for stroke.
Fusarium Update: Poor Contact Lens Hygiene Was Not the Major Culprit in U.S. Outbreak
Smokeless Tobacco Presents Even Greater Cataract Risk
Outlook
Handle Touchy Subjects with Care
Patients can get very defensive about their lifestyle choices, so choose your words carefully.
Product Review
Product Review
Therapeutic Review
The Pregnant Glaucoma Patient
Here, we demystify the safety of glaucoma treatment in this uncommon situation.
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