Tag: Retina

In a recent podcast episode, Dr. Chris Lievens and Dr. Timothy Earley delved into the evolving role of ERG in managing chronic eye diseases, particularly diabetic retinopathy. This article explores the insights shared during their conversation, focusing on the practical applications of ERG, its impact on patient care, and its future potential in optometry.

Glaucoma remains a leading cause of vision loss worldwide, yet its impact can often be mitigated through early detection and effective treatment strategies. Eye care professionals play a pivotal role in addressing this condition, which is often referred to as the "silent thief of sight" due to its asymptomatic nature in early stages. By leveraging innovative treatment methods and fostering patient compliance, it is possible to preserve vision and improve outcomes for individuals living with glaucoma.

n this article, featuring insights from expert guests Dr. James Fanelli and Dr. Roya Attar, we will explore the nature of Geographic Atrophy, its diagnosis, patient education, and current treatment options, offering eye care professionals actionable insights to serve their patients better.

As optometrists, how do we look at geographic atrophy differently? Join us for an engaging and informative discussion with Dr. Jennifer Lyerly and Dr....

On today's podcast, Dr. Chris Lievens sits with two retinal experts, Drs. Jessica Haynes and Steven Ferrucci. They discuss geographic atrophy, covering the disease state, diagnosing with the Heidelberg Engineering SPECTRALIS OCT, and the importance of the doctor-patient relationship.

On this week's podcast, Dr. Bryan Shaw breaks down his family's experience with his son experiencing bilateral retinoblastoma. As a result, Dr. Bryan...

Researchers from Johns Hopkins have successfully grown a human retina in a lab and it's beautiful. Why is this a cool thing? Because, per the authors, the goal is...

Today, the FDA issued the first-ever approval for an autonomous artificial intelligence algorithm that can independently diagnose a disease without a doctor. It's called...

A new mouse study found that the microglia cells in the retina can regenerate. Let's break down the basics. What are microglia? They are found throughout the brain, spinal...

Brolucizumab, or equally as difficult to remember, RTH258, was shown to be superior to Eylea in recent clinical trials. The research from the phase 2 clinical...