Modern Optometry

2 months ago | modernod.com | Selina McGee |Justin Schweitzer |Walter O. Whitley

Glaucoma remains a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, and, despite its prevalence, the silent thief of sight often goes unnoticed until significant vision loss occurs. This is our call to action. In our modern optometric practices, there is much to consider when it comes to the patient with glaucoma, including their quality of life. This issue is chock-full of useful information for ongoing management of these patients.

Jan 24, 2025 | modernod.com | Ryan Cazares

Neurotrophic keratitis (NK) is a degenerative corneal disease characterized by decreased or absent corneal sensation, leading to epithelial breakdown, impairment of healing, and ultimately corneal ulceration, melting, and perforation.1 Although it results from partial or total impairment of the trigeminal nerve, the underlying cause is often unknown, and most cases are identified based on loss of corneal sensation.

Dec 11, 2024 | modernod.com | Selina McGee |Justin Schweitzer |Walter O. Whitley

In the optometric profession, this time of year means we are nearing the end of conference season; however, we never stop collaborating, learning, educating, and striving to make ourselves better providers. We must stay ahead of the curve so that we can serve our patients to our best ability and deliver optimal outcomes.

Aug 6, 2024 | modernod.com | Selina McGee |Justin Schweitzer |Walter O. Whitley

Each year when I attend Optometry’s Meeting, I am reminded how lucky I am to be part of a profession that continues to innovate, collaborate, and progress to provide the best care possible for our patients. This year’s meeting in Nashville in June was a great example, as I witnessed continued advances in optometry’s scope of practice across the country, as well as collaboration supported by industry partners.

Jun 3, 2024 | modernod.com | Selina McGee |Justin Schweitzer |Walter O. Whitley

We are excited about this issue of Modern Optometry, with its cover focus on ocular aesthetics. Over the past decade, we have seen more and more optometrists embrace medical optometry. Often, this involves taking steps to differentiate themselves for the benefit of their patients and their practices by specializing in certain areas, such as dry eye or ocular aesthetics.