Turning a Challenge into Opportunity
When Kelly Cooper, OD, graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry in 2020, the ceremony was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr....
Alcon Announces FDA Approval of TRYPTRY Drops for Dry Eye
Alcon has announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved TRYPTYR® (acoltremon ophthalmic solution) 0.003%, formerly known as AR-15512, for the treatment...
U.S. Court of International Trade Strikes Down IEEPA Tariffs
In a significant ruling that stands to impact many in the vision industry, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued a decision on...
From Optometrist to Operational Director at Walmart
Sarah Frye Heywood, OD, has dedicated 28 years to the optical field, with 14 of those years spent at Walmart. Her journey began in...
A Greener Future in Optometry, One Contact Lens at a Time
When Jennifer Tsai, OD, opened Line of Sight, a cold-start practice in the new Hudson Yards development in New York City about five years...
Turn Down the Lights: Alleviating Light Sensitivity
Ray Corbin-Simon, OD, of Piscataway, New Jersey, has been hearing a more common complaint as many of her patients are returning to work in...
Taxes Are Filed—Here Are Two Things You Should Review
By Natalie Hayes Schmook, MBA, CFP, CVA, Hayes Wealth Advisors
For most of America taxes were due by May 1, so hopefully you are filed...
Awards and Recognitions—May 2025
Women In Optometry regularly recognizes the awards and accomplishments of those in the profession and in their communities in the “Awards and Recognitions” series.
Have you...
ODs on the Move: A Facebook Group for Military Spouses
Shanelle Jenkins Sanchez, OD, always had a clear vision for her optometry career—but as a military spouse, she’s had to navigate an unconventional path...
It’s Summer, Stay a While: Cozy Eye Care Spaces
From lush greenery to cozy spaces and breezy layouts, these eye care practices are cool, calm and designed to help patients stay a while....
