American Academy Of Optometry

It's time for another Healio - Eye-Mail News Brief. Dr. Dorothy Ma gives us her perspective on 'Better designed clinical research needed on lipid-based eye drops for DED.' https://bit.ly/3y4vJdD #fellows #optometry

Do you have an interesting, original case report? Consider submitting it for inclusion in a future issue of the Clinical Insights in Eyecare journal. View information for authors at https://bit.ly/3Tg3hgs.

Please join the Comprehensive Eye Care Section for a virtual lecture series intended to assist current Diplomate Candidates preparing for the written exam. Despite this target audience, all optometrists are welcome to join! Program Course: Low Vision Review for Comprehensive Eye Care (1 hour) Speaker: Karen Squier, OD, MS, MPH FAAO, Dipl AAO Date: Wednesday, 8/7/24 8-9pm ET Cost: $25 Course: Binocular Vision And Pediatric Examination Refresher (2 hours) Speaker: Cara Frasco Lai, OD, MS, FCOVD, FAAO, Dipl AAO Date: Thursday, 9/12/24 8-10pm ET Cost: $50 Course: Ocular Complications of Contact Lens Wear (2 hours) Speaker: Susan J. Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS Date: Wednesday, 10/9/24 8-10pm ET Cost: $50 https://bit.ly/3Jf0tdV #optometry #fellows

The June Point-Counterpoint from the Clinical Insights in Eyecare journal comes from the Glaucoma Section and makes a case for and against using selective laser trabeculoplasty over topical medication in the initial treatment of primary open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Read now at https://bit.ly/3Wq94lr #fellows #optometry

Start your week off with a Healio Eye-Mail News Brief. Dr. Alex Martin gives us his perspective on 'Dexamethasone intracanalicular insert may be effective for aqueous-deficient dry eye.' https://bit.ly/4djUykw #optometry #fellows

Please join the Comprehensive Eye Care Section for a virtual lecture series intended to assist current Diplomate Candidates preparing for the written exam. Despite this target audience, all optometrists are welcome to join! Program Course: Low Vision Review for Comprehensive Eye Care (1 hour) Speaker: Karen Squier, OD, MS, MPH FAAO, Dipl AAO Date: Wednesday, 8/7/24 8-9pm ET Cost: $25 Course: Binocular Vision And Pediatric Examination Refresher (2 hours) Speaker: Cara Frasco Lai, OD, MS, FCOVD, FAAO, Dipl AAO Date: Thursday, 9/12/24 8-10pm ET Cost: $50 Course: Ocular Complications of Contact Lens Wear (2 hours) Speaker: Susan J. Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS Date: Wednesday, 10/9/24 8-10pm ET Cost: $50 https://bit.ly/3Jf0tdV hashtag#optometry hashtag#fellows

Dr. Elizabeth Wyles talks about the importance of the Academy’s Clinical Procedures Skills Transfer Program, focusing on minor surgical training. The two-day Minor Surgical Skills Transfer Course will be offered November 8-9, during Academy 2024 Indianapolis. Click here for more information information and to register: https://bit.ly/4d1DNdL #optometry #fellows #academy24

Don't forget to submit your application for the 2024 International Travel Fellowships! Applications will close on Monday, July 16th. For more information and to register, click: https://bit.ly/4cDB4rh #fellows #optometry #academy24

Getting everything ready for Academy 2024 Indianapolis is like putting together a giant puzzle. The Academy staff practiced their puzzle skills “escaping” this morning at The Bureau! We can’t wait to see everyone in Indy! Remember, early bird registration ends September 2, 2024! #Optometry #fellows #academy24

New this year at Academy 2024 Indianapolis is the Academy’s Clinical Procedures Skills Transfer Program, divided into two parts: Laser Skills and Minor Surgical Skills. Register for one or both parts this November! Watch a sneak peek of what to expect from several program speakers. View the full program outline at https://bit.ly/4d1DNdL #Academy24 #fellows #optometry #loveindy