By Staff
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 11:56 AM
On Tuesday morning, the
Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after being hit by a cargo ship that had lost power. Six people are thought to have been killed in the tragic collapse. Visit
The New York Times for an in-depth look at just how this collapse happened.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 11:20 AM
NEW YORK—The national average for gross revenue at ECP locations increased last week, March 18–24, when compared with the previous week at a rate of 1 index point. That places gross revenue at a level 5 index points above where it was at this point in time (Week 12) when compared with last year (2023), 11 points above the same period in 2022, 6 points above 2021, 54 points above 2020 (the first week of COVID lockdown restrictions) and 20 points above 2019, according to Jobson’s most recent Practice Performance Tracker.
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By Staff
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 11:15 AM
Cornea transplants have evolved significantly in the past two decades—from full penetrating keratoplasty becoming less common, to the introduction of Descemet’s stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty and, ultimately, the development of Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty, which is becoming increasingly accepted for both normal and complex eyes. These improvements have appealing benefits, including decreased risk of graft rejection and faster recovery time, and offer the opportunity for further efficiency if the case also involves a cataract. Recognized as the “triple procedure,” it classically consisted of a full-thickness, corneal transplant/PK combined with cataract surgery and IOL implantation.
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By Staff
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 10:22 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council, a nonprofit association with members spanning the optical industry, represents the U.S. during the creation and maintenance of international optical industry technical standards by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), including ISO 12312-2, the standard that all “filters for the direct observation of the sun” should meet. “Industry standards help protect both manufacturers and consumers; they ensure everyone is aware of the minimum safety requirements necessary to preserve one of humanity’s most critical senses—sight,” said Michael Vitale, VP of membership, government relations and technical standards at The Vision Council.
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By Staff
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 10:15 AM
Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or just starting with myopia management, finding the perfect approach in your clinic can take some trial and error. As a practitioner, myopia management quickly became my specialty. Over the years, I have been able to fine-tune my approach to ensure I am providing the highest level of care to my myopic patients. From finances to education, I have compiled a list of the top five ways to enhance efficiency in myopia clinics.
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By Staff
Monday, March 25, 2024 1:38 PM
Millions of North Americans are gearing up for next month's
solar eclipse, but what about animals? Head over to
Time for an interesting look at how nature reacts to a momentary disappearance of the sun.
By Staff
Monday, March 25, 2024 10:43 AM
NEW YORK—After nearly four decades of showcasing some of the best eyewear products, eyecare technologies and countless hours of continuing education at Vision Expo in New York City, attendees at this year’s Show soaked in every moment and celebrated Expo East held for the final time at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. More than 450 leading eyewear and eyecare companies showcased their latest products and technologies, and attendees were again treated to VisionEd, the accredited educational program of Vision Expo featuring nearly 200 sessions, new product launches, special events and company anniversary celebrations. Read on for a review of special events and photo highlights from the Show.
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By Staff
Monday, March 25, 2024 10:30 AM
Dry eye disease cases have greatly increased due to modern digital screen habits, environmental changes, polypharmacy and extended life expectancies. Although there are various prescription drugs for dry eye disease management, patients often self-medicate with other-the-counter artificial tears. In an attempt to understand the immediate impact of such eye drops on dry eyes, a team of Columbian researchers turned to 2017’s Dry Eye Workshop II (DEWS II) for inspiration on how to better understand the disease and develop a new study. The basis for this study is rooted in the framework presented in DEWS II, which explained that dry eye is a multifactorial disease and noted that hyperosmolarity plays an important part in perpetuating the “vicious circle” of inflammation and cell damage.
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By Staff
Monday, March 25, 2024 12:24 AM
NEW YORK—After nearly four decades of showcasing some of the best eyewear products, eyecare technologies and countless hours of continuing education at Vision Expo in New York City, attendees at this year’s Show soaked in every moment and celebrated an Expo East that was held for the final time at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
By Staff
Friday, March 22, 2024 5:14 PM
CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France—On the occasion of World Optometry Week 2024, EssilorLuxottica and the World Council of Optometry (WCO) announced a global partnership to raise the awareness and understanding of presbyopia and the aging eye, with the aim to establish standards of care for eyecare professionals to follow when managing the condition. This initiative will also help eyecare professionals with the latest evidence-based scientific approaches, tools and resources focused on the three pillars of mitigation, measurement and management of presbyopia. Currently, there are an estimated 2.1 billion people worldwide with presbyopia.
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By Staff
Friday, March 22, 2024 5:11 PM
Many in the eyecare industry are convinced that optometrists must specialize to survive. A recent article published in Review of Optometry summarized a survey taken by 506 optometrists and 95 optometry students. It found three out of four respondents agreed that there should be sub-specialties in optometry. Further, specialization is often viewed as the answer to a branding and profitability problem in optometry. Must we all specialize to survive? Can and will some ODs specialize (or sub-specialize as the above survey described) into niche areas such as vision therapy and work in OD/MD settings where they mostly manage glaucoma or dry eye? Of course.
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By Staff
Friday, March 22, 2024 12:31 PM
Today, millions of people around the world are gathering to
celebrate Holi, a Hindu celebration of the arrival of Spring. Head over to
The New York Times to learn more about this holiday.
By Daniel Breeman, Mary Kane
Friday, March 22, 2024 8:30 AM
NEW YORK—After nearly four decades of showcasing some of the best eyewear products, eyecare technologies and countless hours of continuing education at Vision Expo in New York City, attendees at this year’s Show soaked in every moment and celebrated Expo East held for the final time at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. More than 450 leading eyewear and eyecare companies showcased their latest products and technologies, and attendees were again treated to VisionEd, the accredited educational program of Vision Expo featuring nearly 200 sessions, new product launches, special events and company anniversary celebrations. Read on for a review of special events and photo highlights from the Show.
By Staff
Friday, March 22, 2024 8:20 AM
Did you follow the optical news this week? Take VM’s News Quiz to see how much you know. This week's quiz takes a look at a merger for 3 opticians organizations, more good news about COVID shots and retail labor trends.