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What is your face shape for glasses or sunglasses?

Oval, long, Round, Heart, Square, Diamond – Which shape are you? The Eyewear Gallery in Memphis, Tennessee custom fits Prescription Designer Eyewear and Prescription Designer Sunglasses accor…

Find the Hidden Glasses

The hunt is on… for glasses! Can you find them all?

How inflammation may play a role in retinal disease

Whenever I deem a case of viral conjunctivitis to be significant enough to warrant the prescription of a topical steroid, I have a very brief discussion with the patient beforehand.

What to Expect after Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is a safe & effective way of restoring ones vision. There are many experienced surgeons at FLEI that are available for cataract evaluations

How to Protect your Eyes from UV Light

It’s summer and that means having fun in the sun! You may be cautious of sunburns on your skin, but have you heard of eyeburns? The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared July UV Safety Month to educate people about the dangers of UV light during this time of year when the sun is strongest. No need to be concerned however as the key to protecting your eyes from UV light comes down to just a few easy steps<br>UV…

6 top tips to keep your eyes healthy

Our vision is so important, yet most of us don't really know what we can do to protect our eyes. Here are 6 easy tips to protect your vision and keep your eyes functioning at their best.

Optometrist, Ophthalmologist, or Optician: What’s the Difference?

Many use the terms “optician,” “optometrist” and “ophthalmologist” interchangeably, but each has specific educational requirements and skill sets.

What is the difference between Ophthalmologist, Optometrist, and Optician?

Learn the important differences between an Ophthalmologist, Optometrist and Optician. We all know that these three specialist deal with eyes, but what are their qualifications, and who do we really need for what?

What do opticians do?

The optician’s job blends multiple technical skills &amp; requires a flair for fashion. Opticians stay busy taking care of patient needs in a variety of ways.

What is an optometrist?

Previously known as ophthalmic opticians, optometrists are primary health care specialists trained to examine the eyes to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, ocular diseases or abnormality and problems with general health.

Questions for the optometrist

To prepare for your next eye exam, we’ve listed five questions to ask your optometrist that will give you a much clearer picture.

Meaningful Use Criteria for Optometrists

To meet the meaningful use criteria for optometrists, you must complete the clinical quality measures. This tip sheet will help you!.

What Is an Optometrist?

An optometrist is a non-medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries, and disorders of the eye and visual system.

18 Things Your Optician Wishes You Knew

Are female optometrists changing the profession?

On the record and off the record colleagues often ask my opinion about the growing number of women in optometry. Interestingly, many of those asking are male baby boomers who have been accustomed t…

Cataract Facts By Lauren

- Diabetes can increase the risk of cataracts. - The only treatment for cataracts is surgery. - Cataract progression can be slowed by quitting smoking, eating a well-balanced diet and wearing...

Optical Ordering Tips for the Busiest Practices

Efficiently using your optical ordering solution can save you a lot of time in your practice.

Optometrist and Ophthalmologist: What's the Difference?

Should you see an optometrist or ophthalmologist for your eye condition? Watch this video to find out!

Signing Up to be More Than an Optometrist

“…and when should I start getting my application materials ready? Because I don’t want to do it too early if I haven’t finished some of my classes yet, but I also don’t want to submit too late. Wai…