Dr. Google’s Rx? Take with a grain of salt
Online symptom checkers are correct only a third of the time, a new study says, but that doesn’t stop patients seeking a Dr. Google diagnosis.
40% jump between 2002 and 2017 in those at high risk for vision loss
Aging population, increased prevalence of diabetes among reasons for increase.
More time at home may open patients’ eyes to vision issues
Digital device use maximized as millions pivoted to remote work and school. Be prepared to help patients mitigate digital eyestrain symptoms.
Survey says: Doctors of optometry step up as pandemic sets in
Overwhelming majority of doctors of optometry provide emergent and urgent care amid devastating COVID-19 crisis.
COVID-19 crisis advocacy: AOA and affiliates put optometry’s concerns front and center
Through continuous outreach to policymakers, payers, the news media and the public, the AOA and state associations are advancing these urgent priorities.
The many benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
Research has linked its benefits to reducing the risks for developing AMD, as well as other chronic disease.
Resuming routines: Lessons from ‘Phase 1’ reopenings
New CMS guidance permits resuming non-COVID-19 routine care in certain circumstances. What that looks like from doctors of optometry reopening now.
Ethically providing telehealth/telemedicine services in your practice
Medicare's emergency expansion of telehealth services has provided an important connection point with patients. Doctors of optometry must be aware of the ethical considerations.
Submit MIPS data by April 30
Those failing to meet the deadline will qualify for extreme, uncontrollable circumstances policy.
Ready for routine care? AOA offers guidance for post-COVID-19 reactivation
Now’s the time to prepare your practice, patients and staff for a return to normalcy, and the AOA’s latest guidance offers recommendations on reopening for routine care.