Kyla Bazzy

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Associate Editor at WebMD

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Coburn Technologies Introduces the Huvitz HVS-1 Vision Screener

1 day ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

Coburn Technologies announced the addition of the Huvitz HVS-1 Vision Screener to their catalog of Huvitz product offerings. HVS-1 is a valuable tool primarily intended for pediatric use, the first of its kind among Coburn’s ophthalmic line of products. It performs rapid vision screening for infants and toddlers in less than a second with high accuracy. The device is also suitable for elderly patients and patients with mobility issues.
Contact Lens ‘X’ Posts Show Regional Similarities and Differences

1 day ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

A new infographic from Contact Lens Institute™ (CLI) illustrates that while contact lenses are used by millions of people worldwide, aspects of how they are evaluated, purchased and worn may differ by country and continent. This synopsis precedes the publication of CLI’s forthcoming See Tomorrow initiative report surrounding consumer digital search behaviors, which is expected to be issued in mid-June.
Bausch + Lomb Launches Two New Eye Drops in the U.S.

1 day ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

Bausch + Lomb Corporation announced the U.S. launch of Blink Nourish Lubricating eye drops and Blink Boost Lubricating eye drops. Both products are preservative-free, contact-lens friendly and uniquely formulated to provide hydration and comfort for dry eyes in a multi-dose bottle. “Blink Nourish and Blink Boost deliver the same science-backed, long-lasting relief that consumers have come to rely on from our other Blink eye drop products,” said John Ferris, president, Consumer, Bausch + Lomb.
Optometrist and Optician Launch Fully Autonomous Lab

2 days ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

If you happen to be in Las Vegas, Nevada, and need a rush job on a pair of digital progressive lenses, Nataly Gammoh, OD, can get you set up in about 12 minutes. No kidding. Dr. Gammoh and her husband, licensed optician Luis Flores, have four locations in town, operating as Optika Veinte Veinte or The Eye Doc (T.E.D.). The newest one—T.E.D. Optical Lab—is a testament to fully autonomous digital optical technology.
Alcon Announces FDA Approval of TRYPTRY Drops for Dry Eye

1 week ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

Alcon has announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved TRYPTYR® (acoltremon ophthalmic solution) 0.003%, formerly known as AR-15512, for the treatment of signs and symptoms of Dry Eye Disease (DED).3 TRYPTYR is a first-in-class TRPM8 receptor agonist (neuromodulator) that stimulates corneal sensory nerves to rapidly increase natural tear production.3 DED is a complex, multifactorial condition driven by a deficiency in natural tears, whether due to decreased tear...
U.S. Court of International Trade Strikes Down IEEPA Tariffs | Women In Optometry

1 week ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

In a significant ruling that stands to impact many in the vision industry, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued a decision on May 28, 2025, permanently prohibiting all tariffs imposed by President Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). These tariffs affected a wide range of imported goods, including materials and products relevant to the vision sector.
From Optometrist to Operational Director at Walmart

1 week ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

Sarah Frye Heywood, OD, has dedicated 28 years to the optical field, with 14 of those years spent at Walmart. Her journey began in 2006 when she graduated from University of Missouri, St. Louis, College of Optometry. Upon graduation, she joined a multilocation ophthalmology practice based in Springfield, Missouri, where she learned the ins and outs of the field. After practicing for five years, Dr. Frye Heywood sought new opportunities in Colorado.
A Greener Future in Optometry, One Contact Lens at a Time

1 week ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

When Jennifer Tsai, OD, opened Line of Sight, a cold-start practice in the new Hudson Yards development in New York City about five years ago, she quickly realized that her patients, many of them younger, were focused on sustainability. They were coming in with their reusable water bottles and embraced a holistic approach to eye care. “This is a new generation of patients who are looking to be environmentally friendly,” she says.
ODs on the Move: A Facebook Group for Military Spouses

1 week ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

Shanelle Jenkins Sanchez, OD, always had a clear vision for her optometry career—but as a military spouse, she’s had to navigate an unconventional path with frequent moves and uncertainty. She met her husband, Army Captain Juan Sanchez-Castaneda, in 2013 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Despite their careers taking them to different states—he was commissioned in the U.S. Army while she attended Southern College of Optometry in Tennessee—they planned a future together.
It's Summer, Stay a While: Cozy Eye Care Spaces

2 weeks ago | womeninoptometry.com | Kyla Bazzy

From lush greenery to cozy spaces and breezy layouts, these eye care practices are cool, calm and designed to help patients stay a while. Step inside and see why these spaces feel like the perfect escape—no sunglasses required. When Pretty Basra, PhD, BSc (Hons), responded to a local optometry job listing in Doncaster, England, she had no plans of owning a practice. Then, she transformed the space to include luxurious furniture that is both cozy and practical. See the full story here.