American Academy of Optometry

The Academy's third Think Tank, held during Academy 2024 Indianapolis, brought together 12 experts to examine four important areas of low vision research:

· Low vision services and rehabilitation
· Technological advances in low vision
· Accessibility
· Education and training

The resulting findings have now been published in Optometry and Vision Science. Hear from organizer and moderator Dr. Susana Chung discuss these topics, the conversations that brought experts together, and the need to continue advancing research in these areas.

Watch the full video and explore the findings: bit.ly/4t2bftV

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Could the eyes help reveal a patient's risk for stroke?

In the latest Healio Eye-Mail News Brief, Dr. Jill Gottehrer shares her perspective on how changes in retinal blood vessels may provide valuable clues about stroke risk.

Explore the connection between retinal health and systemic disease, and what these findings could mean for early detection and patient care.

Read more here: bit.ly/3TRa4AB

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Please join us in celebrating Dr. Scott Anthony, the newest Clinical Diplomate in the Glaucoma Section. Congratulations on achieving this prestigious distinction!

Consider following Dr. Anthony’s example and starting the process of becoming a Diplomate today at bit.ly/3sgZpRK.

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How does Parkinson’s disease impact vision beyond visual acuity?

In the latest Healio Eye-Mail News Brief, Dr. Bruce Gaynes shares his perspective on findings linking Parkinson’s disease to reduced contrast sensitivity.

Discover why understanding these visual changes matters and what they could mean for patient care.

Read more here: bit.ly/4i0PZAT

#Optometry #VisionScience #EyeHealth #ParkinsonsDisease #Fellows