Every year the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) publishes an Annual Student Data Report with information regarding enrollees in 21 of the currently operating optometry schools. Here are some of the highlights we thought you might find interesting about your colleagues!
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An estimated 16 million people in the U.S. are diagnosed with dry eye disease. Xiidra is the first prescription eye drop. FDA-approved to treat both the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. A U.S. launch of Xiidra planned for third quarter 2016.
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Our latest infographic is on hypertension classification. Be sure to check out our other fact posts!
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Advances in imaging have allowed for greater patient convenience and satisfaction. But are they a substitute for the tried-and-true practice of dilation?
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Keep dry eye patients flowing into your office with this time-honored technique.
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Here is an infographic on Vital Dye Staining which includes Rose Bengal, Sodium Fluorescein, and Lissamine Green. Be sure to check out our other fact posts!
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Ok optometry student, quick question! Which of the following classifications BEST describes a fasting blood glucose value of 121mg/dL?
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Congratulations optometry student! You recently graduated after surviving 4 grueling years of optometry school, you had time to take a vacation this summer to reward yourself, you just signed a contract for a new job, and you will actually start making some money!
How exciting your new life as a doctor is! Until… your first student loan statement comes in the mail. This is going to be a wakeup call. It is going to seem overwhelming. And it will get you down. But… here at OptoPrep, we’ve come up with several tips to help optometry grads manage your student loan debt and keep on top of your payments.