Optometric Management
   

 
100 Million and Still Going Strong
Pete Hanlin, ABOM, LDO
Varilux Comfort becomes the first progressive lens to sell over 100 million pairs worldwide

from the sponsor
Carole Bratteig; Howard B. Purcell, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Dear Colleagues

Wise to the World
Judith Riddle, Senior Editor
New Factors Predict Risk of Melanoma; Enzymes Lead to Vascular Damage; Worldwide Gap in Vision Care Attitudes and Behaviors; Free Meds for Unemployed

Developing a Medical Model
Paul M Karpecki, O.D. , F.A.A.O
QUESTION: How does a new optometrist starting out in clinical practice establish an anterior segment disease specialty?

The Boring Identity
Tom Asseiro
Why do middle-aged guys resist reading glasses? Because we all want to be ultra-cool super spies

Opening the Eyes of the Blind
Judith Riddle, Senior Editor
Optometry students and practicing ODs bring patients out of darkness and into the light around the globe, and they're gaining invaluable experience. Consider joining their cause!

Nervous about Starting a Private Practice Now?
Erin Murphy, Contributing Editor
Three experts explain how hard-working ODs can succeed — even in today's daunting economic environment

Dream Practice, Nightmare Economy
Susan G. Quinn, OD, FAAO; Thomas G. Quinn, OD, MS, FAAO
Learn how we started a practice in tough economic times more than 25 years ago

The Right Lens for Every Patient
Alan Glazier, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Base your contact lens recommendations on patient population and subjective visual, lifestyle and comfort needs

Gauging Glaucoma Suspects
Dan Beck, O.D.
Nerve damage from glaucoma progresses very slowly, so be sure your diagnosis is right before you initiate treatment

Bridging the Education Gap
Anjali Kapoor, Treasurer
Canadian optometry schools are helping students who trained abroad meet local standards, so they can practice in Canada

RTA is a Technology Triple Threat
John Warren, O.D.
Improve care, increase revenue and set your practice apart with the Retinal Thickness Analyzer

Learning the Ins and Outs of Vision Discount Plans
Jennifer E. Davis, OD
Placing a high value on your services will improve patient care and help your business thrive



Opening the Eyes of the Blind
November 2009 supplement




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