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New York Doctors of Optometry Expand Scope
It has been an amazing year for optometry scope of practice expansion. As we recently congratulated our colleagues in Massachusetts for being granted the right to prescribe oral medications and to treat glaucoma, New York is only...
Myelinated Nerve Fiber: Retinal Photographic Appearance
Background: Myelinated nerve fiber layers are a fairly common retinal finding that are typically benign. This discovery is often congenital in nature, but it can be acquired or progress in childhood or adolescence. They appear as a...
The Journey to Optometry School
The path to entering optometry school is a rigorous and meticulous journey, yet it also can be one of your greatest memories! There are so many ways to showcase your talents and help distinguish yourself among several applicants during an...
Pinguecula vs. Pterygium
Background: Both a pinguecula and a pterygium are forms of conjunctival elastic degenerations of the stroma that are caused by chronic exposure to sunlight, wind, and dry eye conditions. They are seen in individuals who do regular work...
Ready, Set, Optometry’s Meeting®!
Calling all optometry students! Optometry’s Meeting® is fast approaching and here is all the information you need to get there. When and where? Optometry’s Meeting® is in Denver, Colorado and is happening from June 24th-26th. The...
