Features
Rethinking the Dry Eye Disease Stepladder
Applying TFOS DEWS III to clinical practice
By Jason Besecker, OD, MS
Optimize the Ocular Surface Before Surgery
Protocols and considerations for treating dry eye before referral to refractive surgery, and which patients may need extra attention.
By Nishi Mehdiratta, OD
Dry Eye and MGD in Pediatric Patients
A condition we can no longer afford to miss
By Shane Swatts, OD
Departments
The Coding Corner: Undiagnosed Problem With Uncertain Prognosis
The Coding Corner Crew discusses what category, in these cases, is appropriate.
By Tonya M. Reynoldson, OD, MBA, Sarah Haney, CHC, CPMA, COPC
The Science of a Good Cry: Why Tears Are Your Body’s Best Medicine
By April Jasper, OD, FAAO
Specialty Contact Lens Fitting for Dry Eye
How to navigate the challenges associated with a compromised ocular surface.
By Ryan McKinnis, OD, FAAO
Sleep’s Crucial Role in Eye Health
Why eyes need their rest too, and how sleep helps DED patients get their most comfortable vision.
By Pamela E. Theriot, OD
Navigating the Blood Pressure Paradox
Both hypertension and hypotension can increase glaucoma risk.
By Mike Cymbor, OD, FAAO
Advancing Keratoconus Care
Interventional keratoconus treatment improves patient comfort and minimizes recovery time.
By Julie Greenbaum, editor
The Need for Connection
Are optometric meetings still relevant and necessary?
By Dori M. Carlson, OD, MAL, FAAO
Supported Content
Paracentral Acute Middle Maculopathy: Structural Recovery with Persistent Scotoma
Multimodal imaging provides valuable insight into the structural, vascular, and functional consequences of retinal ischemia
By Walker Shaffer, OD
Comanagement Strategies in GA Care: Creating Seamless GA Referral Pathways That Work
Clear communication and continued involvement are key to successful disease management.
By Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, Ankur M. Shah, MD, FASRS