by Erica Kepler | Mar 17, 2022 | Optometry
As a health-care professional, you should always be aware of the side effects of medications you prescribe. Many medications can affect eye health, which is important for ophthalmologists and other eye professionals to know. Learn the ocular side effects of certain...
by Erica Kepler | Mar 1, 2022 | Optometry
As a practicing ophthalmologist or someone studying to become one, you’re likely familiar with the symptoms of dry eyes and glaucoma. But did you know these conditions can be particularly difficult to treat when they occur together? Keep reading to understand the...
by Erica Kepler | Feb 10, 2022 | Optometry
As an eye-care professional, you might hear this question from patients, particularly those of a certain age: “Is LASIK still an option for people with glaucoma?” The answer to this question is different for each person, and you should consider it on a case-by-case...
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...
