Is topography essential for myopia control
Managing Foreign Bodies and Rust Rings
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Optometry: Eye Triage Guide
The role of Soft CLs in Myopia Management presented May 2022. (CPD points not available)
Optometry in the eyes of a professor - Byki Huntjens
Acanthamoeba Keratitis - Juliette Vila Sinclair-Spence.
Acanthamoeba Keratitis (AK) is increasingly becoming a significant topic of discussion among various stakeholders in the eye health community. As a patient advocate and founder of the Acanthamoeba Keratitis Eye Foundation, I want to take this opportunity to share the patient perspective on this rare and often devastating disease.
In the video testimony (within article), I recount my personal experience with Acanthamoeba Keratitis. This condition is not just a medical issue; it is life-altering. The devastation, excruciating pain, isolation, depression and trauma associated with AK are profound, and my hope is that by sharing my story, more people will understand the severity of this rare disease. It’s critical to recognize that Acanthamoeba Keratitis is a preventable condition, and raising awareness is essential to help those who may be at risk.
Read more: Acanthamoeba Keratitis - Juliette Vila Sinclair-Spence.
20 Years of Dry Eye - Part 1: Time to reflect - Rebecca Petris
During a particularly rough eye flare-up this month there were many days when I couldn't see to do my normal work.
It was one of those blessings-in-disguise though, because it forced me to slow down. I took a lot of time to reflect about trends in the dry eye world, where I feel the current trajectory is (and isn't) taking us and what may need to change to facilitate better patient outcomes - better, that is, from the patients' perspectives.
I organized my thoughts into a little video series. This is the first one (long-ish, about 18 minutes) - an introductory video with a little background on me and my 'angle' then zooming in on some important trends and gaps affecting our community.
I feel incredibly energized heading into a new year with fresh commitment and passion.
Rebecca Petris, Co-Founder & President, Dry Eye Foundation
20 Years of DED - Part 2: Ocular Surface Disease & Ocular Surface Pain - A Patient-Centered Approach - Rebecca Petris
Calling all dry eye clinicians & patients!
Ocular Surface Disease & Ocular Surface Pain... This video (#2 in a series) explains the alternative paradigm for dry eye that DEF teaches, and what led to it.
OSD/OSP is the long-range vision we're advocating for - in research, industry and clinical care - on behalf of the growing numbers of patients struggling with persistent ocular surface symptoms. We feel this framework can help doctors and patients partner together more effectively, and can help patients navigate the full range of resources available to them.
We are seeking allies for the journey, so if the message resonates, please reach out.
Introduction 0:00
Modern Dry Eye 1:55
Response from Science 5:28
Response from Industry 8:27
Ocular Surface Disease 9:56
Ocular Surface Pain 14:26
Putting It All Together 22:52
Conclusion 34:44