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CERA Senior Clinical Research Coordinator and optometrist Lisa Lombardi has been awarded a competitive LOOK travel scholarship from Optometry Australia! 👀 As part of the CERA Bionic Eye team, Lisa has been integral to developing a new multisensory functional assessment tool that can assess functional vision in people with low vision. The tool can also potentially be used in clinical trials, such as bionic eye trials, to assess how well potential new therapies work in people with very low vision. 👁️ Supported by the LOOK scholarship, Lisa travelled to the USA where she presented at an orientation and mobility conference and visited leading low vision centres to study the latest low vision rehabilitation research and share information about the new tool. “An estimated 575,000 Australians are blind or vision impaired and with our aging population these figures are set to rise. The everyday impacts on people living with a vision impairment are profound, affecting independence, confidence, mental health, social engagement and wellbeing," Lisa says. "Low vision service provision is central to improving patient quality of life and an aspect of optometry practice, which sets us apart from other eyecare professionals.”

The upcoming exclusive interview between Dr. Eric Hussey and Dr. David Goss promises to offer rare insights into Dr. Pratt's pioneering research. This interview dives deep into the foundational work that has shaped the field of behavioral optometry, specifically highlighting Dr. Pratt’s groundbreaking studies on vision therapy and its clinical applications. You don't want to miss it, register here:  Dr. Pratt's work has set the foundation for modern approaches to diagnosing and treating visual dysfunctions.  This interview will unpack his major contributions and discuss their ongoing impact on patient care. Drs. Eric Hussey and David Goss, will be discussing Dr. Pratt's work and some of the foundational research that has shaped behavioral optometry. Dr. Pratt's studies, especially on vision therapy and its clinical applications, are explored in the context of their lasting impact on patient care and the field of optometric vision therapy. Dr. Hussey shares insights into how Dr. Pratt’s contributions paved the way for modern practices in diagnosing and treating visual dysfunctions. They also discuss the evolution of optometric education and research, emphasizing how the foundational work has been built upon in contemporary settings. For more detailed information about this discussion, you can explore related materials through the Optometric Extension Program Foundation. register here David Goss Interview with Dr. Eric Hussey about Dr. Pratt's work - Optometric Extension Program Foundation The interview between Dr. Eric Hussey and Dr. David Goss, discussing Dr. Pratt’s work, delves into some of the foundational research that has shaped behavioral optometry. Dr. Pratt’s studies, especially […] www.oepf.org  Join OEPF This Fall and Winter We have so many new courses and workshops we have just announced and we cannot wait to see you at them all! There is a great blend of in-person and virtual events for you to choose from. Register soon because space is limited. Stay informed and up to date by always checking our calendar as well: www.oepf.org/calendar/ We hope you're able to join us! 👏

Want to learn about imaging of the auditory system as it relates to the management of hearing loss in children? Consider this Hearing First course led by Dr. Anthony Alleman, board certified in radiology and otolaryngology. CEUs are provided upon completion, and there is no cost to take the course.

Get ready for an inspiring podcast interview with Dr. Connor Robbs! His vision and mission are dedicated to uplifting and empowering those around him, and you won’t want to miss his insights and passion. Tune in for a conversation that promises to motivate and enlighten! #favoriteoptometrist #optometry #defocusmedia

Vision Therapy- Get your certificate - The scope of Optometry extends far beyond simply correcting refractive errors. It entails testing and treating visual skills, as well as improving visual comfort, efficiency, and processing. Vision therapy is a field of study that is constantly expanding. It uses a variety of exercises to treat disorders like ocular accommodation, binocularity, and ocular motility from a multidisciplinary perspective. This course will cover the fundamentals of binocular vision anomalies, along with its diagnosis, treatment, and management. During this course, clinicians will learn how to successfully perform vision therapy and how to apply it in professional practice. - Link: https://lnkd.in/gCPXvgXZ --- #visionTherapy #Academic #Eductions #VTkits ---

In this Student Life blog post, "10 Things I Wish I Knew a Year Ago," Carson Rainbolt, '27, reflects on lessons learned during his first year of optometry school: https://lnkd.in/gkBVCTEh

You are invited to a January 15, 2025, Q&A session hosted by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) related to the 2025 Professional Optometric Degree Program Standards. Please submit your questions by January 6, 2025, and share this post with others you think may be interested in participating.   Mark your calendar for January 15, 2025, 4-6 pm PT/5-7 pm MT/6-8 pm CT/7-9 pm ET At its October 27-29, 2023, Fall Meeting the ACOE adopted the Professional Optometric Degree Program Standards and set an effective date of January 1, 2025. All professional optometric degree programs undergoing an accreditation review after the effective date are required to be evaluated to the new 2025 Standards. The new Standards involve numerous updates and enhancements relative to the 2017 version of the Standards. To support the transition to the new Standards, the ACOE is hosting a Q&A session where programs and ACOE consultants are invited to ask questions related to interpretation and intent. The January 15, 2025, Q&A session will be hosted virtually, and the Zoom link will be distributed later. You can find a copy of the 2025 Professional Optometric Degree Program Standards on the ACOE website, www.theACOE.org If your question relates to an ACOE-defined term in its Glossary, you can find a copy of the Glossary on the ACOE website. Please submit your question(s) using the online form by no later than Monday, January 6, 2025.   https://lnkd.in/gfGCi5tt

Exciting news! The 2024 Optometry Student Report is now available! 🎉 A huge thank you to the hundreds of students who shared their insights—this report wouldn’t be possible without you. Curious about how your school stacks up in clinical preparation, what your peers are saying, and how confident students feel about their future optometry careers? Dive in and explore the findings! #Optometry #StudentSuccess #ClinicalPractice

We're just a few day away from the once-in-lifetime total solar eclipse! 🌑 If you find yourself in the path of totality on April 8, today's The Academic Minute is a must-listen. Hin Cheung, clinical assistant professor at the Indiana University School of Optometry, discusses the best ways to protect your eyes during a solar eclipse and explains how to make a pinhole projector to view the solar eclipse indirectly. https://lnkd.in/e9UwKwRJ

3 weeks into school and my clinical skills in optometry are expanding as I explore this fascinating field. Recently, I’ve learned the value of “Case History” and patient in-take documentation. Throughout the next four years of my optometry school journey, part of my focus will be on: 💎honing my ability to ask open-ended questions 💎swiftly establishing rapport with patients 💎 completing exams in an efficient manner. I invite you to share your insights and experiences on asking probing questions and nurturing the patient-provider relationships. #Optometry #ClinicalSkills #Student #UMSLOptometry #PeerToPeerPractice