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New tests of visual function are emerging as a result of recent technology advancements. Today, evaluation of patient populations with limited access to healthcare is made possible by diagnostic testing with portable, affordable technologies, which also allows testing outside of a clinical environment or at home. These modifications make it possible to monitor patients more actively, produce more results, and deliver fast information on the effectiveness of ongoing treatment and prospective changes in visual status. Particularly, functional vision traits such as visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, color vision, binocularity, and others can be easily assessed outside of typical clinic consultations.

Among more than 3,000 patients taking hydroxychloroquine, overall cumulative incidence for developing retinopathy were 2.5% and 8.6% at 10 and 15 years respectively. Incidence was strongly dose-related and most cases were mild.

During pregnancy and the postpartum period, the body is subjected to abnormal stress, raising the possibility of eye and vision-related conditions and complications. Refractive changes, central serous chorioretinopathy, Purtscher-like retinopathy, diabetes, hypertension, and immunologic diseases are examples of eye and vision-related conditions and complications. Although diabetic retinopathy that develops during pregnancy usually resolves on its own after delivery, women are still at risk of progression for up to a year after delivery.

This physician’s surgical video demonstrating the management of a symptomatic dislocated posterior chamber intraocular lens (IOL) with a Siepser slipknot suture technique is an oldie but a goodie, as many eye care specialists have commented.

Change is difficult, and it usually necessitates effort, struggle, and the challenge of those who are dragging their feet around us. Annual reflection is a good way to stay current, push the boundaries, and provide better patient care. Try these tips to help your practice thrive, whether you have a long-standing specialty contact lens practice or are looking to expand into more specialty areas.

With the time-consuming requirements of managed care, it can be difficult to personally provide the education needed to set patients up for success in managing their retinal diseases. With that in mind, here are some suggestions for efficiently providing this necessary education.