Monthly Archives: April 2021
OneSight Seeks Volunteer ODs for U.S. Clinics
Since 1988, OneSight has provided vision care access to more than 50 million people globally through charitable vision clinics and permanent vision centers. As...
Dr. Janette Pepper and Dr. Mary Hoang: Taking Action Against Racial Bias—Educate Yourself and...
Janette Pepper, OD, coordinator for student diversity and inclusion at Southern College of Optometry (SCO), and Mary Hoang, OD, also on the SCO faculty, discuss the education, programs and resources that people can use to understand racial bias and what actions can be taken to create a more inclusive environment for all.
Our Courage, Our Country
In the face of anti-Asian acts of violence, six doctors of Asian descent bring their perspective on where we are, where we’re going and what we can all do for a brighter future.
New Survey Finds Employees Report Increased Eyestrain Since COVID-19
Digital eyestrain is becoming more prevalent as employees are now spending more time in front of their screens since the COVID-19 pandemic began, according to new survey.
Four Years In, Focus Is Clearer Than Ever
Inna Lazar, OD, recently celebrated four years since the cold start of her practice Greenwich Eye Care in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, in April 2017.
Putting in the Work Against Racial Bias
By Marjolijn Bijlefeld, Editor in Chief, Women In Optometry (WO)—In the past year, I’ve talked with program directors leading diversity and inclusion initiatives at schools and colleges of optometry, as well as organizers of the 13% Promise and the National Optometric Association’s efforts to increase representation of people of color in the optometric profession.
A Year of Becoming
It’s turning into a year of firsts for Tamara Mendez, OD, who opened her practice Chevy Chase Eyecare in Chevy Chase, Maryland, on February 1, 2021.
Get Patients With Accommodative Issues Into Soft Multifocal Contact Lenses Sooner Rather Than Later
With any patients who need help with accommodation, there’s really no reason not to start them with a multifocal soft contact lens, says Stephanie...
Thank You, Dr. Sou
An attitude of gratitude goes a long way for Yen Sou, OD, creator of The Grateful OD.
Meet My Mentor: A Shout-out to the Individuals Who Have Inspired You
Where would we be without our mentors? Each year, we collect a series of stories of your mentors, and we are so honored to...
