by Erica Kepler | Sep 27, 2021 | Optometry
Eye doctors everywhere are familiar with the eye chart. Whether you’re an ophthalmologist or optometrist, you’ve likely had to perform an eye test with an eye chart at some point. But did you know that there are multiple types of eye charts? There are many types, but...
by Erica Kepler | Sep 10, 2021 | Optometry
When it comes to ophthalmic equipment, proper cleaning and sterilization are very important to prevent infections. Cleaning, sterilizing, and storage are all part of keeping your tools in good condition and ready for your next patient. If you need a refresher on this...
by Erica Kepler | Aug 31, 2021 | Optometry
When studying tonometry, you’ll find that there are many different methods for measuring eye pressure. Each of these methods has different equipment and tool requirements as well as steps to the procedure. For a refresher course on how to measure intraocular pressure...
by Erica Kepler | Aug 12, 2021 | Optometry
Many people have never heard of punctal plugs because they treat a specific problem. So, if you need to brush up on what they do, it’s important to seek accurate information. Most individuals will probably have a slew of questions to ask about this treatment. Keep...
by Erica Kepler | Aug 3, 2021 | Optometry
Not all eye doctors are the same. “Eye doctor” is more of an umbrella term for three different types of eye specialists. Each profession has its own qualifications and realm of expertise. It’s good to know the different types of eye doctors in advance so that you know...
by Erica Kepler | Jul 14, 2021 | Optometry
If you are studying optometry, odds are you have heard of A and B scans. But you might be wondering what each does. Keep reading to learn what each scan does, their uses, and the difference between an A scan and B scan. What Are A & B Scans? A scan is short for...