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A Fluoroquinolone with Broad-spectrum Antibiotic Potency

Bacterial conjunctivitis is extremely common; in the developed world, between 1% and 4% of all visits to primary care physicians are for acute conjunctivitis, most commonly bacterial. When bacterial conjunctivitis is treated without culture, it is critical to use an agent with good activity against a broad spectrum of potential pathogens.

Tech spot

For Glaucoma, Do We Still Need to Do Visual Fields with Availability of Spectral Domain OCT?

Presenter: Murray Fingeret, OD

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Opt-Align™ from Stereo Optical

Opt-Align™ offers test methods for evaluating the disparity between convergence and accommodation. These exams help to determine the appropriate treatment and lens prescription. Opt-Align is the solution to the complex problem of unresolved headaches, eye fatigue, and eyestrain.

News


Your eyes may hold clues to stroke risk


Plant bacteria may hold key to cure for Leber optic neuropathy


Eye expert urges people to take a contact lens break while on holiday


Study: Adaptation, motivation critical to curb contact lens dropout in children


Study of aquaporins could hold clues to cataract

Featured product

SPECTRALIS® FA+OCT with MultiColor™

The SPECTRALIS^® FA+OCT with MultiColor is a unique multi-color imaging and angiography device used primarily to examine the structures of the retina, macula, and optic nerve. It combines two technologies, confocal scanning laser ophthalmoscopy (...

New Listings

CT-80 Non-Contact Computerized Tonometer

Cassini Corneal Shape Analyzer with Multicolor LED Imaging Technology

OCULUS Centerfield® 2

LEA Symbols ETDRS Translucent Distance Chart (10 Feet, 3 Meters)

Smart System® 20/20

Featured event

International Vision Expo and Conference West

Las Vegas provides a high energy backdrop for Vision Expo & Conference West, the world's most inclusive ophthalmic conference and expo. The education covers the full spectrum of medical, diagnostic, lab and practice management skills to support ...