In its unflagging effort to support doctors of optometry providing essential care amid this pandemic, the AOA is seeking greater relief for practices needing PPE to ensure the safety of patients, doctors and staff.
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.
Aging population, increased prevalence of diabetes among reasons for increase.
Digital device use maximized as millions pivoted to remote work and school. Be prepared to help patients mitigate digital eyestrain symptoms.
Overwhelming majority of doctors of optometry provide emergent and urgent care amid devastating COVID-19 crisis.
Through continuous outreach to policymakers, payers, the news media and the public, the AOA and state associations are advancing these urgent priorities.
Research has linked its benefits to reducing the risks for developing AMD, as well as other chronic disease.
New CMS guidance permits resuming non-COVID-19 routine care in certain circumstances. What that looks like from doctors of optometry reopening now.
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.
Those failing to meet the deadline will qualify for extreme, uncontrollable circumstances policy.