Have you heard of the newest augmented reality and mixed reality glasses that will be coming to market? With the disappointing flop of Google Glass and Snap’s Spectacles, let’s see what Microsoft and Apple are bringing to the table!
Here is our latest
optometry infographic about UV Protection.
Did you know that c
hildren take in 3x more UV exposure than adults – up to 80% of their lifetime exposure occurs by age 20!
Make sure all of your young patients have a good pair of sunglasses as well!
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Topics: Facts
The summer is here, so what will you be doing Optometry student? We would love to know! Take this poll!
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Topics: Polls
Washington DC, what a great place for Optometry’s Meeting! The nation’s capitol offers a wide range of attractions and activities full of historic landmarks, parks, monuments, museums, and memorials. Although there are far too many sites to see in the few days that you’ll be in town, we’ve put together some of the “must-see” places during your visit.
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Topics: Conferences
What is the approximate gender breakdown for you class? We would love to know! Take this poll!
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Topics: Polls
Here is our latest
optometry infographic about fatty acids.
Did you know that
Omega-3 fatty acids are required in human health but cannot be made by the body so we must consume them. They are, therefore, called
essential
fatty acids.
Furthermore, research has identified that EPA (eicosapentaenoic) and DHA (docosahexaenoic), the omega-3s found in marine oils, are the two most important fatty acids in human health.
Furthermore, research has identified that EPA (eicosapentaenoic) and DHA (docosahexaenoic), the omega-3s found in marine oils, are the two most important fatty acids in human health.
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Topics: Facts
Here is our latest
optometry infographic about MEWDS.
The disease most commonly affects females ranging from 14 to 47 years of age and is often preceded by a flu-like illness in approximately half of cases. Patients usually present with complaint of a sudden decrease in vision, as low as 20/200, a paracentral scotoma (including an enlarged blind spot) and shimmering temporal photopsias.
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Topics: eyes disease, Facts
A curriculum vitae (CV) is a thorough and detailed account of not only your education and past work experiences, but it also identifies any achievements, awards, and honors you’ve been conferred, as well as your involvement in groups, projects, and publications. Curriculum vitae is Latin for “course of life” and should give potential employers a good overall idea about what you’ve done, who you are, and what you can offer. This article will review the “must-haves” when it comes to creating a successful CV.
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Topics: Graduation, Curriculum Vitae
Have you heard about the controversy in Florida? A recent court motion may require that new and upcoming graduates retake all parts of the NBEO exam if they intend on practicing in Florida.
Apparently, the law states that the Florida Board of Optometry must certify an applicant as eligible for licensure prior to them taking the NBEO exam. As we all know, optometry students do not typically apply for licensure until after they've taken the NBEO and met requirements for graduation.
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Hiring eyecare professionals can be a massive headache.
Luckily, there are several services out there that can help you attract the right talent. Some of the services allow you to post your job, others allow you to reach out to candidates actively, and others will automate the job posting process across the internet for greatest exposure.
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