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Recent Episodes

Clinical Guide: Managing GLP-1 Ocular Manifestations and NAION Risks in Optometric Practice

Posted February 9, 2026 • 00:42:37

The rapid increase in the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), such as semaglutide (

Getting It Right With Scleral Lenses: A PKP Case Using Anterion OCT

Posted February 2, 2026 • 00:37:42

Scleral lenses have become a cornerstone of modern optometric care, particularly for patients with complex anterior segment disease. Conditions that...

Navigating the “Dog Days” in Optometry: Lessons on Balance, Burnout, and Being Present

Posted January 29, 2026 • 00:27:22

The so-called “dog days” of optometry are not confined to summer months or academic calendars. They appear in January clinics, third-year rotations,...

Optometry Trends 2026: New Treatments and Technology Including Stellest, Tryptyr, and Nuance Audio

Posted January 26, 2026 • 01:07:03

As optometry moves into 2026, the profession is experiencing one of its most clinically rich and technologically diverse periods in recent memory. Reflecting...

Mentorship in Optometry: A Guide for Optometry Students and Optometrists

Posted January 19, 2026 • 00:56:29

Mentorship in optometry is one of the most influential forces shaping confident clinicians, strong leaders, and a sustainable future for the profession....