Articles – Page 9 – US Ophthalmic

21, Jun

Blockage of the tear duct

The tear duct begins at the lacrimal puncta, which are orifices located at the nasal ends of the eyelids, and ends with the nasolacrimal duct. When this tear duct becomes blocked, tears do not drain normally and can cause discomfort for those who experience it.

21, Jun

Glaucoma: causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in people over the age of 60. Blindness due to glaucoma can often be prevented if treated early.

17, Feb

Seeing Beyond the Eye

This blog post, entitled "Seeing Beyond the Eye: The Power of Retinal Imaging in Early Detection of Neurological and Endocrine Pathologies" highlights the importance of using retinal imaging as a diagnostic tool for early detection and diagnosis of a range of neurological and endocrine conditions.

13, Feb

How to improve patient experience in your ophthalmology practice

What small changes can you make in your day-to-day operations to deliver a better patient experience? Implementing even a few of these tips can make a big difference in how patients perceive your practice.

13, Feb

Treatments for IOP recommended by ophthalmologists

High intraocular pressure (IOP) is a serious medical condition that can lead to irreversible vision damage. That's why ophthalmologists recommend prompt treatment for patients with elevated IOP. Here are 10 of the best treatments for high IOP recommended by experts in the field.

1, Jul

Author: Dr. Melody Huang, O.D.

Increase Dry Eye Management in Your Practice

The Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society (TFOS) Dry Eye Workshop II (DEWS II) defines dry eye disease (DED) as “a multifactorial disease of the ocular surface characterized by the loss of homeostasis, and accompanied by ocular symptoms, in which tear film instability, hyperosmolarity, inflammation, and ocular surface damage, and neurosensory abnormalities, play etiological roles.”