Often, the patient with keratoconus has seen several doctors before landing on your chair. They are anxious, wondering if this consultation will be any different from others, worried about the continuous visual decline from a condition with such a funny name and the huge impact on their quality of life. Several options abound for visual rehabilitation of the patient with keratoconus, non-surgical and surgical. The...

The African Chapter of the American Academy of Optometry once again hosted a vital discussion forum. The focus area for this session is writing case studies or case series. Dr. Nsoanei and Dr. Godwin Ovenseri highlight the writing process involved. Dr. Obinwanne C. Jr (OD, MOptom, FLVPEI, FAAO, FSLS) focuses on the approach to feedback. Then, Dr. Nishanee Rampersad shares her personal experience. https://youtu.be/zeocHmiix6g?si=kWtQcGJHS93JkP43

The detailed information session on the American Academy of Optometry - African Chapter matters. Watch, listen, and learn. https://youtu.be/NnsP-_kyWGE?si=fbT40_0n_B_Jd5Ys

Digital eye strain is a collection of ocular and non-ocular signs and symptoms that occur due to prolonged use of visual display units.1 This condition was previously called computer vision syndrome but had to be changed because visual display units are present in other digital devices such as mobile phones and game consoles. Digital eye strain can manifest in various ways, including vision-related strain,...

Tlalane gives a couple of pearls of wisdom that helped her navigate the optometric practice landscape throughout the years. https://youtu.be/UXzO_1Z9MQQ

Check out Dr. Madikane's work at AllAboutEyes AllAboutEyes offers specialist ophthalmology services for a broad spectrum of eye conditions, including functional and aesthetic surgical treatment—website http://www.allabouteyes.co.za. https://youtu.be/guWLZTlQHSs

Dr. Hardy and Ob Malope discuss the benefits for the Nigerian Eyecare Community to attend the upcoming Contact Lens Conference in South Africa. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AapfWbFdLNg

Dabri Combrink, a dedicated optometrist, completed his Bachelor's degree in Optometry from the University of the Free State in South Africa. He gained valuable experience working in a Binocular, Pediatric & Sports Vision practice in Stellenbosch. He further enhanced his knowledge by undertaking a postgraduate Diploma in Sports Vision in South Africa, and he also pursued Visual Therapy and Binocular Vision short courses in...

Despite the significant advancements and investments in creating more comfortable contact lenses, the number of people who wear them has not significantly increased worldwide. Researchers have attempted to understand the etiology of contact lens discomfort to develop effective management strategies. However, it is crucial to differentiate between discomfort and dry eye disease caused by contact lenses.

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