Dietary habits in early life can affect later life disease risk. Younger eyes can be subject to even greater insults than an older eye, but cellular repair processes usually compensate for this … read more

As the world of optometry embraces the medical model, more eye care professionals are transforming the way they manage their practices and treat patients. Join us for an insightful and informative … read more

Evidence is beginning to suggest that patients develop macular degeneration decades earlier than realized. However, little is said to shed light on how optometrists should advise patients on how … read more

By Susan Lake, OD As an Optometrist who has a strong emphasis in pediatrics in my practice, I am often referred “difficult” patients.  I am so grateful for these patients.  Most … read more

Female patients with a genetic predisposition for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) significantly increase their odds of developing the disease if they smoke heavily, don’t exercise, and don’t … read more