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Did you know that February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) month? Here is a break down of the basics of the condition to help you review for clinic, rotations, or boards. ARMD is a retinal condition that results in reduced central visual acuity, and ultimately, central blindness. It affects 11 million Americans, and unfortunately, that […]
February Spotlight: Age-Related Macular Degeneration Read More »
This morning was my first day in The Eye Center at the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis. At SCO, second year students shadow third and fourth year students to learn about procedures and get more clinical experience before we’re on our own with patients. I was in Low Vision, where I shadowed for three
Lessons Learned During My First Day at The Eye Center at SCO Read More »
We all know that your eyes can be affected by many things such as your nutrition, your lifestyle, and the sun, but did you know that the cilia in your body could affect your eyesight? Cilia are hair like projections and are found in many organisms that have multiple functions. In humans, cilia are found
Could Your Eyesight Be Affected By Dysfunctioning Cilia? Read More »
In optometry school, we are often required to purchase our equipment well in advance of being taught how to properly use it. Sure, schools host equipment fairs so that students can meet the company reps, learn about the products, and “try it out.” But often, we aren’t really sure what we’re doing yet. Kind
Try Before You Buy – A Comparison of Ocular Health Assessment Lenses Read More »
One of the things I hear most often now in my fourth-year rotations is “How can I make my exams faster?” Although patients are usually aware of the extended exam process and time in academic and university settings, you should have an exam flow down by fourth year and shouldn’t be taking over an hour with
6 Tips To Speed Up Your Exam In Clinic And Rotations Read More »
“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” “The eyes are the windows to the soul.” How many expressions do you know that equate eyes with youth and beauty? As a primary focal point on our faces, we are always trying to keep ourselves looking fresh and young. And as a larger proportion of our
Counseling Patients on Ocular Cosmetic Procedures Read More »
Dear Diary, Fourth year clinical rotations are the pinnacle of optometry school that all students are anxious for. It’s a time of freedom, learning, and exposure to parts of optometry you may never see in the school clinic. Or is it? My name is Lawrence Yu, and I’m currently on my clinical rotations as a fourth
The Rotations Experience: The Value of Low Vision Read More »
“What color is this?” “Red.” “What color is this?” “Green.” “I thought you said you were red-green colorblind?!” I’ve had this exchange of questions more times than I can count, which thanks to optometry school is at least up to ten. Yet I never knew what else to say to my friends whenever they would ask this
Being “Colorblind” Read More »
Many ODs fit a variety of contact lenses. Many specialize in custom lenses for difficult to fit corneas and other conditions. Some ODs consider themselves to be pediatric ODs. But few find themselves dipping their toes into both areas. In some situations, there are benefits to fitting children and even infants in contact lenses. While
Pediatric Contact Lens Fitting – A Tiny Bit Different! Read More »
Want to brush up on your clinical optometry knowledge and skills? These articles, written by our Chief of Clinical Case Reviews and new grad Bhumika Patel, are just the place to begin! Bhumika recently graduated from the University of Missouri and is currently practicing in both a medically orientated practice in Rock Hill, SC and in another
15 Clinical Review Articles from our New Grad Bhumika Patel Read More »
