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Bacteria on punctal plugs; causes of poor eyesight; post-LASIK dry eye-severed nerves or fewer tears?
Contact Lens Business - A "State of the Union" Report
Office visits and sales continue to rise - and M.D.s are becoming an increasingly important part of the picture.
By Christopher Kent, Senior
Dispensing Frontiers - The Trust Factor
Actively building patient trust can pay big dividends. Here's how to make it happen.
By LEONA MEDITZ
Focus on Personal Finance - Where's the Beef in Tax Relief?
The immediate benefits are small.
If You've Ever Thought of Building an ASC...
Key trends indicate that now may be a better time than ever.
By Stephen C. Sheppard, CPA, COE
Improving Patient Care and Revenue with Ancillary Testing
It's worked for this doctor. He explains his strategy.
By Mark D. Fromer, M.D., New
Perceptions - Transforming Kimberly
Four minutes of LASIK changes a life.
By LOUIS PILLA, CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
Planning Strategies - Big Players Are Acquiring ASCs
If you own an independent ASC, you can consider bringing in a corporate partner.
Practice Economics - Should You Do Your Own Billing?
Outsourcing does have its advantages.
By MARK E. KROPIEWNICKI, J.D., LL.M.
Rx Perspective - A Banner Year in Glaucoma
Use this primer to bring yourself up to date on new therapies.
Spotlight: Wavefront Deluxe
Combining wavefront technology, topography and auto-refractometry in a powerful new diagnostic tool.
By Christopher Kent, Senior
Street Sense - Investing in Energy Stocks
Every investor should be aware of this key sector.
By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor
Tomorrow's Practice-Builder
A look at emerging treatments for presbyopia and designing your blueprint for success.
By WARREN D. CROSS, M.D., HOUSTON, TEXAS
Update: Punctal Plugs and Reimbursement
Increasing use of punctal occlusion is drawing more attention from regulators. Here's how to stay out of trouble.
By Kevin J. Corcoran, COE, CPC, CPMA, FNAO
Why Wait?
Patients want same-day, bilateral LASIK. Here are some compelling reasons to give them what they want
By Richard J. Duffey, M.D., Mobile, Ala.