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Link: Ophthalmic Drug Guide

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 31, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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Welcome to the 2016 Clinical Guide to Ophthalmic Drugs—the 20th Anniversary Edition of this publication.  Be sure to view our other link posts.

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Infographic: Functions of the Cranial Nerves

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 30, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Here is an infographic on the functions of the cranial nerves.  Be sure to check out our other fact posts!
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Which layer of the iris primarily determines its perceived color?

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 27, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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Ok optometry student, quick question!  So which layer of the iris primarily determines its perceived color?

Be sure to check out our other quizzes!

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FDA Approves Corneal Collagen Cross-linking in the U.S.

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 26, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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The FDA recently approved corneal collagen cross-linking in the United States for the treatment of progressive keratoconus. This procedure now offers patients a treatment option aimed at targeting the underlying disease process and halting its progression, rather than just treating the symptoms commonly associated with keratoconus.

It is important for optometrists to understand how this treatment works, who would be considered candidates, what the procedure entails, and potential side effects of cross-linking, so that you can educate your patients on this exciting new technology. 

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Topics: Corneal Cross Linking

Poll:  Which specialty optometry clinic is your favorite so far?

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 25, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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Which specialty optometry clinic is your favorite so far? Take this quick poll!

Be sure to also take out past polls!

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Link: Lifting the Curtain on Lifitegrast

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 24, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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An update on the status of this potential new dry eye therapy.

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If the Human Eye was a Digital Camera

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 23, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Did you know that if the human eye was a digtal camara, it would have 576 megapixels!   Be sure to check out our other Fact Posts!
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Link: No Insult to Injury: Treating Corneal Trauma

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 19, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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Learn to treat corneal injuries—from abrasions to burns—and help patients on the road to recovery.

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OD Spotlight: Dr. Michael A. Kling

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 18, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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Michael A. Kling (Mick) is owner and CEO of Invision Optometry, a private optometric practice located in San Diego, California. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree, with honors, from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN and went on to complete his residency training in Ocular Disease at Omega Eye Care Center in Jackson, TN.

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Topics: Optometrist Spotlight

Link: Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE)

Posted by Amanda Dexter on May 17, 2016 12:00:00 AM

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The SMILE procedure, while still in its early stages, seems to be a promising alternative to LASIK in some cases.

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