👁️ This week in optometry: Major developments in the field of myopia take the spotlight. Experts also weight in on AI in practice, oculomics, and next week's AAOpt 2026 meeting. Find out what to look forward to in our recap: hubs.li/Q04ynfHK0

Leslie Scher, OD, shared her advice for performing vision screenings for athletes with intellectual disabilities at the Special Olympics. Watch the full interview here: hubs.li/Q04yh99J0 #optometry #pediatrics #specialolympics #eyecare

BREAKING: The FDA will convene an Advisory Committee on October 30, 2026, to review the SYD-101 (atropine 0.01%; Sydnexis) application for pediatric progressive myopia (PPM), according to a new announcement from Sydnexis. Read more here: hubs.li/Q04ygrw_0

As Myopia Awareness Month comes to a close, Dr Monica Jong, Head of Medical Affairs North America at EssilorLuxottica, spoke on how the Stellest lenses will contribute to the improvement of myopia preventative care. Watch the full interview: hubs.li/Q04yd1w00

👁️This week in Optometry: A recent AMA resolution backs classifying myopia as a disease, aiming to expand insurance coverage for pediatric myopia control treatments. Experts also weigh in on AI integration, comanagement, and CVI. Read our full coverage: hubs.li/Q04xW3xV0

👁️ This week on Optometry Times, leaders in the field share their perspectives on GLP-1s, neural roots of CVI, and integrating AI technology in practice. To learn more about the latest eye care developments, check out our recap: hubs.li/Q04xhX_W0

👁️ In this week's clinical roundup from Optometry Times, expert clinical insights on CVI and light-based therapy take the spotlight. For the latest research updates and chairside advice, check out the full recap: hubs.ly/Q04wMrkh0

Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, of Premier Vision Group shares two easy strategies for reducing digital eye strain as students head back to school, when many kids spend hours on tablets for schoolwork. Learn more about pediatric patient care on our website: hubs.li/Q04rqdkW0

👁️ In this week's recap from Optometry Times, new FDA expansions and approvals in glaucoma and dry eye take the spotlight. For the latest research developments and practical advice from leaders in the field, check out the full recap: hubs.li/Q04vMHkw0

We spoke to optometrists around the country about how they prepare for new, and returning, patients during the back to school season. Watch the recap and full interviews here: hubs.li/Q04vLcRB0

BREAKING: The FDA has accepted for review the new drug application (NDA) for Kowa Pharmaceuticals America’s K-911 (bimatoprost grenod; also known as NCX 470). Read more: hubs.li/Q04vzTDT0

Carolyn Majcher, OD, FAAO, discussed her prediction for how physicians will implement changes in nAMD treatment following FDA approval of bevacizumab-vikg (Lytenava). For the full video, visit hubs.li/Q04vcsp-0

👁️ In this week's roundup from Optometry Times, key clinical trial and FDA developments take the spotlight. For the latest in eye care research and expert advice on patient care, check out our recap: hubs.li/Q04tVsCz0

Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, reframes pediatric “compliance” by noting that children’s lives are already structured around rules and schedules set by adults. Learn the latest in pediatric patient care on our website: hubs.li/Q04rqywP0

In an exclusive interview with Optometry Times, Katie W. Chu, OD, discussed her approach to LASIK conversations with parents of pediatric patients. For more information, view the full video at hubs.li/Q04txCT70

Leslie Scher, OD, encourages her adult patients with myopia to bring their children in for a comprehensive eye exams. Early intervention is key to slowing disease progression and improving patient outcomes. Watch the full video here: hubs.li/Q04sFMB80

👁️ In this week's clinical roundup from Optometry Times, FDA approvals take the spotlight. To learn more about the latest in pharmaceutical developments and how clinicians are implementing research to improve patient experience, check out our recap: hubs.li/Q04tfzLS0

How accessible are the current notes patients receive from their eye care providers? A longitudinal analysis of patient notes administered by ophthalmologists, and those in related subspecialties, found that overall readability has decreased. Read more: hubs.li/Q04sGXhp0

Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, addresses a frequent point of confusion among patients—particularly parents—regarding the difference between a comprehensive eye exam and a vision screening. Learn the latest in pediatric patient care on our website: hubs.li/Q04rp-cj0

The retina and CNS share a common embryological origin in the neuroectoderm and are considered homologous tissues, per a 2013 American Heart Association statement. The two share structural similarities, including comparable neurons and vasculature. Full episode on our website 👁️