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Pediatric Awareness: Understanding Amblyopia
Overview of Amblyopia According to The National Eye Institute, “Amblyopia is the most common cause of visual impairment among children.” What is Amblyopia? There are several pieces of information you need to know to understand...
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The Makings of A Good Doctor
“One of the essential qualities of the clinician is interest in humanity, for the secret of the care of the patient is in caring for the patient.” - Frances W Peabody, The Care of the Patient, 1927. Why do we...
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Words of Wisdom for Graduating O.D.’s
There are many emotions that you feel as an optometry student nearing graduation. As you finish up your last few days in clinical externships, you begin to realize your long and arduous journey thus far was only the beginning. Coming...
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NBEO Part 3: Just Survive, Y’all
NBEO Part 3 Survival Guide All three parts of National Boards are difficult and trying, but for some fourth year optometry students, NBEO Part 3 seems to be the most psychologically trying of all. Fear not, though! Here are the top 4...
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Rhode Island Scope of Practice
Rhode Island: Scope of Practice in the Ocean State The East coast of the United States is home to the small but mighty state of Rhode Island. Nestled in the southernmost part of New England, Rhode Island offers picturesque beach cottages,...
