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Choroidal Melanoma: The Most Common Primary Intraocular Malignancy in Adults
Background: A choroidal melanoma is a malignant tumor of choroidal melanocytes. The melanin-containing cells in the choroid become malignant and grow underneath the RPE. This type of tumor is the most common primary intraocular...
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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...
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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...
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A COVID-19 Curriculum: The Real Education
If you’re reading this, chances are good that you’re an optometry student navigating through a transition to online learning and you don’t need to be told that COVID-19 has been a disruptive force. Suffice it to say, 2020 is taking...
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A Look At Coronavirus For Optometry Students
Disclaimer: The information presented in this article reflects our understanding of the COVID-19 pandemic as of March 25, 2020. About COVID-19 On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) characterized COVID-19 as a pandemic,...