Author name: Stefania Paniccia

Born and raised in New York City and of Italian descent, as a child I had a preference for chemistry sets and microscopes instead of dolls and dresses. After graduating Magna Cum Laude with an MS in Biochemistry and working as an Assistant Professor of Anatomy and Physiology at a NYC University, I found my niche in Optometry. Currently, I am a 4th year student with ambitions in politics and pursuing a career as a Pediatric/Vision Therapy specialist.

8 Apps To Recommend For Visually Impaired Patients

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By: Stefania Paniccia IAUPR Class of 2013  The American Optometric Association defines visual impairment (or low vision) as a functional limitation of the eye(s) or visual system and can present as reduced visual acuity or contrast sensitivity, visual field loss, photophobia, diplopia, visual distortion, perceptual difficulties, or any combination of the aforementioned dysfunctions. According to […]

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10 Must Have Optometry Apps for 2012

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By: Stefania Paniccia – IAUPR Those of us who are fortunate enough to have invested in an iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch® understand the efficiency and capacity of these incredible devices. They have transformed how we communicate and share information in our everyday, hectic lives. The familiar phrase “there’s an app for that” also applies

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COVD’s 41st Annual Meeting: Las Vegas

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By: Stefania Paniccia IAUPR School of Optometry  How much do you, future Optometrist extraordinaire, know about vision therapy? Look no further ladies and gentlemen, as COVD is here to prepare you for all of the challenges that may await you! COVD (College of Optometrists in Vision Development) is an international membership association of eye care

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