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A recent study assessed the diagnostic performance of the InflammaDry test for dry eye disease (DED) using different diagnostic criteria and severity levels. Read the complete article below ?? https://lnkd.in/eA6asraX #DryEyeDisease #DryEye #OcularSurfaceDisease

It’s a huge responsibility Speaking for others - in addition to myself. Last week I was in D,C. Not only telling my story - but the story of so many other glaucoma patients as well. The challenges, the fears, and the small wins. It a huge responsibility to be the voice of so many and one I don’t take lightly. A path that has chosen me. A fight that is so much bigger than me. A higher purpose that drives me. The patient. Always - Start with the Patient!

Although school-based vision programs (SBVPs) successfully provide eyeglasses to most students with uncorrected refractive errors, a significant number—particularly younger students and those with high refractive errors—require referral to community eye care providers, according to a study. Read the complete article below ?? https://lnkd.in/ef8yKxfW #Pediatrics #SchoolPrograms #Optometry #PediatricOptometry

Happy World Optometry Day! We continue to recognize the expertise and dedication of optometrists worldwide in enhancing vision and improving quality of life. Together, let's continue to prioritize eye health and ensure a brighter future for all. #Optometry360 #Optometry #WorldOptometryDay #VisionCare #EyeHealth #Glasses #Vision

"Ocular surface disease (OSD) requires targeted intervention to prevent progressive corneal damage and other complications. In many cases, artificial tears and topical medications are insufficient to repair and stabilize the ocular surface, and patients with refractory disease may need more advanced treatments." Read the complete article by Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, of the Eye Surgeons of Indiana, below. https://lnkd.in/eYPBpAS5 #NeurotrophicKeratitis #OcularSurfaceDisease #OcularSurface

Pilocarpine eye drop 1.25% analogue (IR- Pilo) and Vuity eye drops are safe and effective for improving near vision in presbyopic patients, with IR-Pilo showing slightly greater benefits in accommodation and pupil constriction, according to a study. Read the complete article below ?? https://lnkd.in/eQQ6BaeV #Presbyopia #Myopia #EyeDrops #IntraocularPressure

Dissatisfaction with presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses (IOLs) varies based on lens type and patient-specific factors, according to a study. Preoperative myopia is the main risk factor for near-vision discomfort, while thinner corneas and greater corneal astigmatism contribute to photic disturbances. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7Kii5pg #Presbyopia #IOL #NearSighted #Astigmatism

At-home treatment with dichoptic 3D movies significantly improves distance control in children with intermittent exotropia (IXT), while 2D movies do not show the same benefit, according to a study. Read more: https://lnkd.in/epKdB9pR #PediatricOptometry #Pediatrics #EyeSpecialist

Younger individuals are adopting better eye-care habits compared to older age groups, likely due to increased awareness and education, according to a study. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebaJ28zt #Pediatrics #PediatricOptometry #Myopia

Multifocal soft contact lenses (MiSight) influence relative peripheral refraction (RPR) within the first 3 months of wear, which correlates with slower axial length (AL) growth in myopic children, according to a study. However, significant retinal vascular changes take longer, becoming noticeable only after one year. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eRwgY3Wz #Myopia #ContactLenses #Presbyopia