This live webinar is the first in a three part series that covers the importance of binocular vision at near and the tests used to assess the function of accommodation and vergence. In addition to step-by-step instructions on how on preform binocular vision tests, lecture notes include normal findings, what each test result indicates and … Read more
New England College of Optometry has produced a Refraction Handbook for clinicians to review the fundamental principles of refraction, the use of different charts, clinical peals and simple step-by-step instructions for refracting in a trial frame and phoropter. Download Subjective Refraction Handbook for Clinicians
This live webinar talks through the steps of trial frame refraction, including the use of a Jackson Cross Cylinder, in patients of all ages. The webinar also extends to different charts that could be used during refraction, different techniques to identify astigmatism and adapting a refraction to suit individual patient needs. Lecturer: Dr. Sarah Wassnig, … Read more
This live webinar covers an overview of subjective refraction, including a step-by-step guide for the procedure. Clinical tips are discussed, as well as potential pitfalls to avoid. Lecturer: Diane Russo, OD, MPH, FAAO, New England College of Optometry, Boston, USA Transcript (To translate please select your language to the right of this page) DR RUSSO: … Read more
The goal of this live webinar is to enhance the knowledge of and to stimulate eye care providers to take on the challenge of appreciating and diagnosing the range of individuals with CVI and to work within their communities to assure appropriate approaches to habilitation are provided within their communities by appropriately trained personnel. Lecturer: … Read more
Orthokeratology contact lenses are becoming increasingly popular as a method of slowing the progression of myopia in children as well as providing reversible corrected day time vision. During this live webinar, Dr. Wantanbe discusses how Orthokeratology lenses mold the corneal shape at night, the risks and benefits of this technology, and the basic principles of … Read more
Retinoscopy is a well established and proven clinical technique performed as an objective determination for a patient’s distance refractive error. The technique can be utilized as a stand alone determination of a patient’s distance prescription or performed as a starting point to subjective refraction. New England College of Optometry has produced a Retinoscopy Handbook for … Read more
Retinoscopy is a well established and proven clinical technique performed as an objective determination for a patient’s distance refractive error. The technique can be utilized as a stand alone determination of a patient’s distance prescription or performed as a starting point to subjective refraction. During this live webinar, fundamentals of retinoscopy are discussed. Basic optical … Read more
This live webinar discusses the range of low vision devices now available and how they can be adapted to be most useful for patients with various low vision concerns. Lecturer: Dr. Nicole Ross, OD, MSc, FAAO Transcript (To translate please select your language to the right of this page) DR ROSS: Hi there! I’m Dr. … Read more