Features
Digging in to Inherited Retinal Disease
Learn why this is a newly accessible opportunity for practice
By AMANDA S. LEGGE, OD
Applying AMD Diagnostics
What is the value of the most recent technologies and how can we explain them to patients?
By Nitya Murthy, OD, FAAO
Identifying Geographic Atrophy Biomarkers
Are you aware of all the measurable indicators that can increase vision loss risk?
By Eilene Kinzer, OD, MEd VFL, FAAO
Vetting Low Vision Services Candidates
Use caution when implementing this often-effective action
By RICHARD J. SHULDINER, OD, FAAO
Building a Dedicated Dry Eye Practice
A look inside my journey thus far
By Cory J. Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO
Web Exclusives
Rethink Your Leadership Style: Part 1
This month, we’ll explore how we can adapt our leadership style to an evolving environment.
By Dori M. Carlson, OD, MAL, FAAO
Departments
Viewpoint: A New Opportunity
By Jennifer Kirby, managing editor
OD to OD: AI’s Value in Practice Management
How this technology can support us in our day to day
By April Jasper, OD, FAAO
Staffing: Hiring the Right Associate Optometrist for Your Practice
Part 2 of a 3-part series on hiring a new associate
By Patricia Fulmer, OD
Inspire. Lead. Succeed.: He Did the Walk of Life
Lessons from monumental steps
By Dori M. Carlson, OD, MAL, FAAO
Artificial Intelligence: Facilitating Marketing Efforts
Save time using text-based narrow artificial intelligence
By DAVID L. KADING, OD, FAAO
Coding: Coding for AMD
Know the most relevant codes and related documentation
By Tonya M. Reynoldson, OD, MBA
Contact Lenses: Directing Wear in Diabetes
Consider these recommendations when fitting patients who have this metabolic disease
By Susan A. Resnick, OD, FAAO
Glaucoma: Applying Glaucoma Strategies to AMD Care
Functional testing can provide a more complete understanding of macular degeneration
By Mike Cymbor, OD, FAAO
CEO Challenge: Coach Your Associate OD to Higher Production
Focus the discussion on how to confidently prescribe care that improves both practice revenue and patient outcomes.
By Steve Vargo, OD
News
Recognizing Signs of Human Trafficking in the Optometric Practice
“ODs should have a plan for responding to suspected human trafficking and know their roles as healthcare providers in mandatory reporting,” the presenters said.
By Sarah Fackler, staff writer
Key Cranial Nerve Palsy Impersonators in Pediatric Patients
Optometrists at AAO 2025 were reminded that pediatric cranial nerve palsies are rare and often mimicked by certain conditions.
By Jennifer Ford, content director
Healthcare Branding in the Digital Age
Strategically use social media to grow your reputation, reach patients, and expand opportunities.
By Summer Hunt
Practical Approaches to Prism Prescribing
Real-world case examples illustrated strategies for horizontal and vertical prism prescribing.
By Jennifer Ford, content director
Looking at Laser Procedures for Glaucoma
"Having open conversations with patients about all their treatment options is key to helping them be active participants in their care and management."
Triaging Transient Vision Loss
Dr. Sukhovolskiy focused on symptoms of transient vision loss or blurring, appropriate workup, and how best to triage these cases.
Supported Content
Form Predicts Function: When Corneal Architecture Writes the Visual Script
Modern anterior segment imaging doesn’t just show us the damage—it shows us the roadmap back to function.
By Randy Charrier, OD, FAAO, Dipl CCLRT