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How Dr. Anith Pillai Built Evolutionary Eye Care from the Ground Up

When two driven minds meet in optometry school, a decade later, they can build one of the most respected specialty eye care practices in Houston. On...

Top 4 Tips for Optometry Residency: Real Advice from a Current Optometry Resident

Thinking about an optometry residency can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to balance passion, pressure, finances, and the unknowns...

Independent. Together. The Future of Independent Optometry with IDOC

Independent optometry flourishes when doctors have the freedom to practice on their own terms—without feeling like they’re doing it alone. That...

Izervay (Avacincaptad Pegol) for Geographic Atrophy: Uses & Action

Key Takeaways

• What is Izervay used for: Izervay (avacincaptad pegol) is FDA-approved to slow the progression...

Optometrists or Therapists? Navigating Patient Care with Empathy

Empathy in optometry goes far beyond polite conversation—it’s a clinical skill that builds trust, improves compliance, and defines the overall patient...