Tag: COVID-19
#WOStrong: A Whole New World
This wasn't the script for the year of eye care. But the ending hasn't been written. Watch this brief video from your colleagues.
05.04.20: First Reopenings Underway in Wave 8 of Jobson ECP Survey...
As the strictest stay-home orders are being lifted in some states, some eye care professionals are beginning to reopen, while others are planning for it.
ODs are Preparing for New Patterns of Care
Nearly all of the respondents to a recent Women In Optometry Pop-Up Poll expect an impact on their care routines, at least temporarily, as...
04.20.20: Latest Wave of Survey Results Show Most Planning for Reopening,...
Nearly 92 percent of eye care professionals (ECPs) said that they do plan to reopen according to the results of the sixth wave of the Jobson Optical Research survey on the coronavirus impact on eye care businesses and ECP attitudes.
Switching Gears: The COVID-19 Experience from an Optometry Student’s Perspective
Just a few weeks ago, fourth-year optometry students were on track to finish their optometric education in the traditional way. Today, they're turning to online classes, webinars and social media networking.
Women In Optometry’s Recent COVID-19 Coverage
Here's a recap of our coverage of COVID-19 and its impact on the optometry profession.
Provide Evidence-based Counseling on Contact Lens Wear
Your patients and the public become worried when they read about ocular manifestations of COVID-19 or advice that contact lenses should be avoided. The conversative approach is understandable, but don't lose sight of the evidence.
03.31.20: Interest in Telemedicine and Preparing Now for Reopening Among Key...
As of March 31, governors in 30 states and the mayor of Washington, DC, had issued stay-at-home orders. Those orders and the rapid escalation of COVID-19 cases have contributed to anxiety and stress for ECPs. Here are the results of the 4th Jobson Optical Research survey.
Finding Peace Through Helping Others
To combat feeling helpless in the time of coronavirus, Samantha Hornberger, OD, of Lawrenceburg, Indiana, she sat down with her staff and brainstormed ways to prepare and operate as best they could.
03.26.20: Third Wave of ECP Attitudes Reflect Stress About the Uncertainties
As closures and service limits take effect, financial impact becomes clearer.
