by Erica Kepler | Jan 24, 2022 | Optometry
Ocular hypertension is also known as a buildup of pressure inside the eye. This occurs when the eye’s intraocular pressure is higher than normal levels. A high intraocular pressure may lead to glaucoma and other eye diseases. Eye doctors should always check your...
by Erica Kepler | Jan 5, 2022 | Optometry
If you’re interested in the medical field and want to become an eye doctor, consider ophthalmology. At this point, you might be wondering “What kind of schooling does an ophthalmologist need?” The levels of training required to become an ophthalmologist can be broken...
by Erica Kepler | Dec 20, 2021 | Optometry
Have you ever received a tonometry test while at the eye doctor? You may remember it as a pen or puff of air used to test your eye pressure. These tests are crucial to monitoring your intraocular pressure and maintaining a healthy level. But have you ever wondered how...
by Erica Kepler | Dec 6, 2021 | Optometry
Whether you’re a patient or an eye doctor, it’s important to be familiar with the common types of conditions that affect the eye. Here is a brief overview of the 10 most common eye diseases and disorders. Refractive Errors Refractive errors are the most common eye...
by Erica Kepler | Nov 19, 2021 | Optometry
Ophthalmologists have a plethora of medical tools at their disposal to aid the eye exam process. Whether you’re studying to start your own ophthalmology practice or you’re a patient trying to familiarize yourself with the procedures, here are examples of five tools...
