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Thursday, November 13th

Optometry Times Show Update - AAO

Treatment options in addressing Demodex mites on lids

Milton Hom, OD, FAAO, outlines his clinical approach to the diagnosis and treatment of the mite Demodex. » MORE

Stem cell transplantation is an emerging field in ocular medicine

Increasing knowledge of stem cells, and their application in reparative medicine, holds tremendous promise in treating eye disease and injury. » MORE

New paradigm for dry eye needed to overcome 'failures'

Dry eye is the most common reason why patients seek medical attention from eye care professionals. A new paradigm is needed for “confronting and overcoming failures” in treating ocular surface disease. » MORE

Extended-wear users: higher lens but lower lid bioburden

In a study comparing extended wear and daily wear contact lenses, extended contact lens wear was associated with more inflammatory and infectious complications. » MORE

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Rex @manilajones

If you're not in class taking notes on an iPad, you might as well just use a quill pen and inkwell you prehistoric troglodyte. #aaoptom13

Barbara Reiss Newman @blreiss

Just heard some really cool presentations on new technology in eye care. #aaoptom13

Chad @candersonod20

Burgoyne lecture excellent. Reason to be at Academy. #aaoptom13


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