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SCO Residency Program: Vision Therapy Private Practice

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Interviews and now being scheduled for the 2013 Vision Therapy Private Practice Residency in Bethesda and Annapolis, Maryland: The goal of this unique Southern College of Optometry Residency Program is to give graduate Optometrists additional opportunities to expand their clinical knowledge and skills. Description of Program: The program emphasizes the diagnosis and treatment of binocular […]

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AOA-PAC: Its Impact and Your Involvement!

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I recently wrote about the presence of the AOA and optometry in Washington and how the organization and advocacy of those in and around the profession allow optometrists to practice the way they do today (such as defending the Harkin Law). As a student myself, I always urge students to be aware of these issues

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Find YOUR perfect optometry residency with ORMatch

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Overview of ORMatch The Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) and National Matching Services Inc. collaborated to provide an organized process for applicants and residency hopefuls to pair with each other and find the ideal postgrad fit.  Welcome to ORMatch, the application and matching service that places applicants into optometry residency training positions.

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July 2012 Optometry Student of the Month; Vittorio Mena

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1. Congrats on winning Student of the Month! – Please tell us exactly why you won student of the month? Thanks! Since I’m currently a 3rd year at PCO I have worked diligently inside and outside the classroom since my first year here. I got involved early with many different clubs and organizations that you will

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Student of the Month June 2012 – Mallori Aschenbrenner; SCCO 2013

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June 2012 Optometry Student of the Month Name: Mallori Aschenbrenner School: SCCO Year: 2013 1. Congrats on winning Student of the Month! – Please tell us exactly why you won student of the month? I earned the highest score nationwide on NBEO part 1 (March 2012 administration) and subsequently received the Norman E. Wallis Award for Excellence

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Clinical Guide to Degenerative Myopia

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This article was created to educate students on the basics of degenerative myopia. But really there is something deeper here. The authors felt that patients with high myopia really rely on their optometrist at yearly eye exams and these patients want to feel confident in their OD. Patients with high myopia can have vision threatening

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A List of Clinical Diagnosis Made By SUNY 2013 Class

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By: Antonio Chirumbolo SUNY 2013 The class of 2013 has reached the midpoint of 3rd year (when this article was written). As we have spent more time treating patients on our own now, we certainly have begun to improve our skills and knowledge as clinicians. Spending time in primary care clinic, as well as various

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Basic Treatments for Myopia Progression – Anti-muscarinic Drops Win

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Reported in the Review of Optometry, various methods utilized for slowing myopia progression were compared in efficacy and potential side effects. Looking at data from 23 randomized controlled trials, including 4,696 participants, pediatric eye doctors and study methodologists have found that anti-muscarinic eye drops provide the greatest effect on controlling the progression of myopia, but

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AOA President Dr. Dori Carlson Delivers Message to White House

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By: Matthew Geller SUNY Optometry 2013  I stumbled upon a video today of your AOA President, Dr. Dori Carlson describing her recent visit to the White House on November 18th 2011. Her visit had a strong purpose; to deliver a pro-access, pro-patient message to those on Capitol Hill. I really encourage every student to read

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