Senior Patient Care Archives - Review of Optometric Business

AI Agent Aims to Target Delays in Alzheimer’s Treatment

18-month project will develop an EHR-based AI agent to streamline referral process and specialty care handoff August 10, 2026 Vanderbilt Health researchers...

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Connecting the Dots Between Hormones, Eye Health and Practice Growth

A closer look at how hormonal and systemic health can shape dry eye care and practice growth By Ann M. Hoscheit, OD,...

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Bridging the Gap in Women’s Eye and Hormonal Health

How midlife hormonal changes are reshaping eyecare opportunities By Neda Gioia, OD, CNS, IFMCP, FOWNS July 13, 2026 Quick summary: Midlife hormonal...

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The First 90 Seconds: My Secret to Dry Eye Patient Buy-in and Compliance

The early moments that build trust, reduce resistance and improve treatment adherence By Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO July 1, 2026 In my...

birds eye view of rural New London, New Hampshire - from Dr. Dorothy Hitchmoth

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One Dozen Ideas for Caring for Geriatric Patients

By Dorothy Hitchmoth, OD, FAAO, ABO, ABCMO June 29, 2026 Let me set the scene for my practice. I live in rural...

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Understanding Cognitive Decline Through an Optometric Lens

An introduction to dementia symptoms and their impact on visual processing By Karen Michaelson, ABOC June 15, 2026 Dementia affects more than...

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MIPS in 2026: How to Protect Medicare Reimbursement

Important information to know about MIPS in 2026 By Peter Cass, OD June 1, 2026 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services...

Middle aged female patient talking to her optometrist about changing vision, dry eye and presbyopia concerns.

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The Top 8 Questions I Ask Every Patient Over 40

By Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA June 1, 2026 Turning 40 is an important milestone for many aspects of life, including...

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America’s Aging Population Represents Opportunity for Optometry

A shrinking ophthalmology workforce and rising demand create a pivotal opportunity for optometry By Richard Edlow, OD May 18, 2026 In tracking...

tips and tricks key Medicare and Medicaid

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Navigating Medicare and Medicaid in Optometry for Compliance and Profit

A practical guide to Medicare vs. Medicaid vision benefits and avoiding surprise charges By Don Railsback, OD May 4, 2026 Few areas...

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A Lesson from My Dad That Changed How I Speak to Patients

Is how you speak to patients interfering with their understanding? By Laurie Sorrenson, OD, FAAO April 30, 2026 I learned many lessons from...

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Discuss Aging Eyes Without Causing Alarm

Encourage routine testing and timely treatment with calm conversations about common age-related eye conditions By Emily Stephey, OD, FAAO April 7, 2026...