Articles
A New Kind of Optical
Virtual dispensing can remove the barriers between you and a substantial revenue source.
By Gil Weber, M.B.A.
Borrowing a Page from the Cataract Surgery Manual
Custom surgical packs for LASIK are a viable option for some practices.
Cataract Surgery Pharmacology
A leading surgeon shares several ways he's improved his medication protocol and raised his standard of care.
By James Gills, M.D.
Clinical News - Medical and Product Updates
Study compares two glaucoma medications; intracorneal lens for hyperopia receives approval in Europe; a novel treatment for cataract blindness in developing countries.
Contact Lens Business - Affordable Marketing Strategies
Letting patients know that you offer contact lenses is crucial, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune.
Focus on Personal Finance - Give Youngsters the Gift of Thrift
Your kids or grandkids may be earning, but are they saving?
Get A Grip
Whether you're gaga over gadgets or reluctant to test technology, this expert will tell you what to buy to simplify your life.
By Mounir Bashour, M.D., C.M., F.R.C.S.C., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Glaucoma:The Latest Diagnostic Tools
Today's technologies are faster, more accurate and able to detect glaucoma much earlier. Here's an overview of what's available.
By Mireille P. Hamparian, M.D., Encino, Calif., and
Match Makers: Part II
Top-level surgeons share how they use today's IOL options for the best outcome in each patient.
ON THE NET
Site contains information and features useful for patients and physicians.
Patients' Bill of Rights Moves Toward Approval
Managed care watchers say specialists have a lot to gain.
By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor
Perceptions - Spreading Sight Around the World
The ORBIS flying eye hospital makes this vision a reality.
By LOUIS PILLA, CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
Planning Strategies - Fight for Payment of Valid Claims
You can win through the appeal process.
Practice Economics - Tax Law Offers Reasons to Save
Benefits encompass retirement and education plans.
Profiles in Practice Success - Putting Faith in the Staff
This surgeon's practice has benefited from her management style.
Rx Perspective - Enhancing Dry Eye Therapy
Patient education and involvement are crucial to success.
Spotlight - Reaching Patients in Cyberspace
The Internet is a great tool for finding and holding onto patients. A new product promises to make that process faster and easier than ever.
By Christopher Kent, Senior
Street Sense - Great Companies Can Stumble
Corning, for example, says business will be bad for at least a year. But what does that mean to the savvy investor?
By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor
Think PRELEX for Ultimate Patient Satisfaction
Why a growing number of surgeons consider it the procedure of choice for the most common types of presbyopia.
By Kevin L. Waltz, OD, MD, and
Viewpoint - Slaves or Masters of the Information Age?
Slaves or masters of the Information Age?