Asteroid Hyalosis or Space Galaxy?
Background: Asteroid hyalosis is a common degenerative process that occurs when calcium pyrophosphate particles, or calcium phosphate soaps, collect within the gel portion of the vitreous. These particles attach to collagen fibrils...
Optometrists Can Now Treat Glaucoma In Massachusetts
The new year brought good news for optometrists and aspiring doctors that wish to setup practice in the state of Massachusetts (MA). On January 1, 2021, Governor Charlie Baker signed a legislation that aims to promote affordable care and...
The Anatomy of The Cover Test
Background A Cover Test is one of the skills learned during the first year of optometric education, and it is an important part of a comprehensive eye examination. This test is used to evaluate and quantify ocular deviations that may be...
Can conjunctivitis act as a predictor of COVID-19 infection?
During 2020 we learned more about the effects of coronavirus than any other topic. It has been the main subject on the news, social media, and of scientific research since January 2020. As the months flew by, it seemed like some...
What to Expect When First Seeing Patients During a Pandemic
Most optometrists can recall treating their first patient - how exciting yet nervous they felt and certainly how many hours (yes, hours) it took to complete the exam. At SUNY Optometry, students traditionally get to invite a family...
