Features
A subjective refraction technique
Consider these methods and in this order to minimize spectacle remakes and create loyal patients
By Mark Wilkinson, OD
Performing the pediatric exam
Part 1: Consider these action steps when faced with this patient population
By Miki Zilnicki, OD
Prescribing prism
When should it be considered, and how much should be used for asthenopia and diplopia?
By Debra A. Shim, OD
Considering a vision plan?
Patient demographics, plan benefits, and reimbursement will help you decide
By STEPHEN M. MONTAQUILA, OD, FAAO
Supported Content
Confessions of a Dry Eye Nerd
Why I’ve limited my practice to ocular surface disease and the "forgotten patient"
By Douglas K. Devries, OD
The Convenience of a Multi-Use Imaging Platform
Better care, better technology, patient efficiency
By James L. Fanelli, OD, FAAO
Increasing Patient Retention Through Contact Lens Wear
Natural Vue® Enhanced Multifocal 1 Day lenses bring comfort to presbyopes and better vision to children with astigmatism.
By Emma Gillies, PhD, MCOptom
Sleep Well and Protect the Macula?
Melatonin use was associated with a decreased risk of AMD development and progression in recent research.
By Joseph J. Pizzimenti, OD, FAAO
How I Have Fewer Staff With Higher Office Net
Three ways to grow revenue without increasing staff
By Gina M. Wesley OD, MS, FAAO
Ocular Surface News - September 12, 2024
The impact of SDOH in diagnosing and managing dry eye disease
Geographic Atrophy: What Patients Need to Know
The most important part of managing any stage of AMD is patient education
By AMANDA S. LEGGE, OD
Using Screen Recording Tools to Boost New Hire Success in Your Practice
Shift to training that helps our new hires feel confident and competent as quickly as possible
By Evan Kestenbaum
Case Report: Bullous Keratopathy
Iridocorneal endothelial syndrome and scleral prosthetic lens fitting
By JEFFREY SONSINO, OD, FAAO
Protect Your Passwords
Don't just pick easy-to-remember passwords and hope for the best
By Evan Kestenbaum
Nutritional Supplements Support Eye Care
Nutritional support can be preventive and enhance treatment effectiveness for dry eye and other chronic conditions
By Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO
Departments
As I See It: Growing one’s patient base
It comes down to one action step
By Jessilin M. Quint, OD, MBA, MS, FAAO
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: STAFFING: Overcoming conference costs
Consider these tips for surmounting this obstacle
By PATRICIA FULMER, OD, FAAO
DRY EYE: Enabling treatment accessibility
A look at the problem and who to turn to
By Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO
MYOPIA: Evaluating EHR for myopia management
By MARIA LIU, OD, PHD, MPH, MBA, FAAO
CODING STRATEGY: The rules of refraction
Are you aware of the latest requirements?
By Brandy H. Sperry, COMT, COE, CPC, CPMA
LEADING OFF: Paraoptometric month celebrations can be unique, educational, and build anticipation
What are you doing this month to show these staff members how much you value them?
By Shannon Simcox, contributing editor
LEADING OFF: Introducing Conexiant: Elevating Optometric Management to New Heights
Why Conexiant? Our industry is evolving , and so are we.
LEADING OFF: CEO Challenge — My challenge for you this month: Create a disgruntled patient protocol
By STEVE VARGO, OD, MBA
TECHNOLOGY FOCUS: Dual devices deter DED
Technologies work together to decrease dry eye disease signs and symptoms
OD to OD: Access your 'Acres of Diamonds'
See what’s in front of you before looking elsewhere
By APRIL JASPER, OD, FAAO
VIEWPOINT: A prescription for success
By Jennifer Kirby, managing editor
INSPIRE. LEAD. SUCCEED: From business card to interest card
Paying attention to the brain’s creative side can conquer burnou
By DORI M. CARLSON, OD, MAL, FAAO