Orthokeratologist.org has launched with a global call out to all orthokeratologists to step forward and be counted for the first time by officially registering on the global database.
Set up by Jaimin Patel and Deven Lakhani, the platform has everything orthokeratology-related under one, independent location, including:
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A Global View, With Country-Specific Communities and Content: Orthokeratologists can keep up to date with the latest global advances, while accessing local discussions, CPD, news, and events.
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The Orthkars | Golden Eyeball Awards: The world’s first orthokeratology (ortho-k) awards launch this fall. Non-commercial, no sponsors. This will showcase and recognize those who have done most for this sector.
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Real People, Real Stories: Every month, the site will feature orthokeratologists from around the world and share the ‘Wow!’ videos of patients seeing for the first time, their lives changed by ortho-k.
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Independent One-Stop-Shop: Every option in each country for lens manufacturers, topographers, biometers, solutions, practice management software, etc. Alphabetically listed along with reviews and advice guides to help orthokeratologists find the right support and suppliers.
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Forums: Live global discussions and local issues, everything from tackling the 2050 myopia pandemic to whether to measure axial length. Community self-help, live troubleshooting, experienced orthokeratologists sharing knowledge with new fitters.
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Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs): KOLs who write articles, produce podcasts, and deliver keynotes, will now be able to reach a global orthokeratology audience. OM