Geographic Atrophy: Early Detection and Patient Awareness Matters

With increased prevalence and more options for intervention, early detection is essential in slowing the progression of GA.

By: Joseph J. Pizzimenti, OD, FAAO, FNAP, FORS, Sherrol A. Reynolds, OD, FAAO, FNAP, FORS

Optometric Management June 2, 2025

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Joseph J. Pizzimenti

Specialties: Optometry

Bio: Joseph J. Pizzimenti, OD, FAAO, FNAP, FORS, writes on optometric management of retinal disease, including geographic atrophy, an advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration. His Optometric Management work emphasizes early detection, patient education, multimodal retinal imaging, and timely referral for intravitreal complement-inhibition therapy to help slow disease progression.

Sherrol A. Reynolds

Specialties: Optometry

Bio: Sherrol A. Reynolds, OD, FAAO, FNAP, FORS, is an optometrist who writes on diabetic retinopathy and clinical implications for eye care practice. In Optometric Management, Reynolds has addressed the relationship between glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists and diabetic retinopathy, including considerations for monitoring patients with diabetes and coordinating care with primary care physicians.

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