by Optometric Insights | Oct 21, 2015 | Clinical Insights, Publications
Contact lens intolerance affects a significant number of wearers every year. Despite continued improvements in lenses and solutions, the dropout percentage has remained steady. By asking the right questions to narrow down the cause, physicians can determine the...
by Optometric Insights | Oct 11, 2015 | Clinical Insights, Contact Lens Spectrum, Contact Lens Today
A recent published work of mine outlining a certain type of contact lens fitting was met with some online criticism from a fellow practitioner. Apparently my colleague had a less than ideal outcome from a similar treatment with one of his patients due to the patient’s...
by Optometric Insights | Sep 12, 2015 | Clinical Insights, Publications
Certain ocular conditions require branded medication to achieve optimal outcomes. Despite a prescription for a branded drug, pharmacies will sometimes dispense a less-effective generic. To monitor drug switches, it is important for physicians to schedule...
by Optometric Insights | Sep 11, 2015 | Clinical Insights, Publications
Six out of 10 adults spend at least 5 hours a day on digital devices. The artificial light from smartphones and tablets strains the eyes which has long-term ramifications for ocular health. It is important for physicians to recognize the consequences of...
by Optometric Insights | Aug 10, 2015 | Clinical Insights, Publications
Epidemic keratoconjunctivitis or EKC is a highly contagious condition that must be treated as soon as it is identified. There are currently no FDA-approved treatments specifically for EKC, however, there are alternative topical treatments that have been...
by Optometric Insights | Aug 9, 2015 | Clinical Insights, Publications
Though it is important to be cognizant of any condition that causes corneal opacities, one in particular is epidemic keratoconjunctivitis or EKC. Patients with EKC often present with flu-like symptoms. To appropriately diagnose this condition physicians...
