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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 amblyopia. This condition traces back to early childhood and development. The eyes need to focus light on the retina in order […]

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To Patch or Not to Patch: Summary of PEDIG Amblyopia Treatment Studies

One of the most common topics discussed in the realm of pediatrics and binocular vision is amblyopia. Amblyopia is a visual disorder in which a lack of proper visual input during development impairs the visual pathway, resulting in decreased visual acuity. When it comes to treating amblyopia, an oftentimes controversial discussion revolves around patching. Patching

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What are different specialties? Interviews or people practicing in each

by Veronica Tkaczyk and Sarah Stith Being an optometrist presents a wide range of specialty areas to consider, each with its own opportunities and challenges. With so many paths to explore, it is important to take the time to learn about the different options and how they can shape your professional journey and patient care.

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Mobile Health Clinics: Expanding Access to Health Care in the United States

The way patients receive health care in the United States has changed significantly in recent years. With the evolving health care landscape and an increasing population of senior citizens, mobile clinics are becoming increasingly vital, especially for communities where financial constraints and environmental barriers limit access to health care services. These socioeconomic barriers, especially in

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August: Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

As we begin August, parents and kids are gearing up to head back to school. That means that the optometric offices around the country will be preparing for one of the busiest months of the year – back to school eye exam time. Parents want to see their children succeed and one of the main

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An Interview with G-Labs: Helping to Shape the Future of Vision Therapy

Whether you’re in your final year of optometry school or getting ready to finish your first, you’ve taken courses in vision therapy (or will soon!). For anyone interested in this specialty and also into technology, you’re in for a treat! Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with Dr. Jen Simonson, OD, FCOVD and Rebecca

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