With an astute vision for his business, strong resolve, and a wealth of clinical knowledge, it made sense that Dr Brendan Schelbach would build his Brisbane practice, Honour Optometry, from the ground up.
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Prescribing for loved ones: an important boundary
When a friend or relative comes seeking treatment, there is an important boundary to establish for the practitioner. Dr Patrick Clancy discusses what is at stake for all involved.
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Dry eye disease and co-morbidities
At the completion of this article, the reader will be able to improve their management of dry eye disease and co-morbidities, including:
Recall the pathophysiology of dry eye disease
Recall the mechanism of action of the various dry eye treatment options
Identify the causes of a patient’s symptoms of dry eye
Implement effective management strategies for DED and co-morbidities.
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Alcon shaking up lubricant eye drops
A new product from Alcon is shaking up the eye lubricant category and piquing the interest of clinical optometrists and tear film researchers in Australia.
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Diabetic retinopathy in Indigenous Australians
There is limited evidence on effective care models for diabetic retinopathy in Indigenous Australians, so Rosamond Gilden conducted her own study to figure out the best approach.
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AI in eyecare: myths and attitudes
Despite the myth that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace clinicians and deskill eyecare professions, optometrists hold positive attitudes toward the future use of AI to support the diagnosis of retinal disease, SHARON HO and Dr ANGELICA LY have discovered in their new study.
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CAIRS Plan tool to streamline keratoconus surgical procedures
An Australian ophthalmology duo are streamlining keratoconus surgical procedures with their development of the CAIRS Plan tool, which they are making free to colleagues.
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George & Matilda Eyecare Regional Profile: Jelle de Bock
A deeper connection with his community and ability to make a difference through outreach work on Kangaroo Island are some of the reasons why George & Matilda optometrist JELLE DE BOCK chose a regional career.
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O=MEGA23: Highlights from the optometry clinical program
Myopia dominated the clinical program at O=MEGA23 and the 4th World Congress of Optometry, but there were also many other thought-provoking sessions that Insight attended.
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When spectacles aren’t enough
Spectacles are an effective solution for refractive errors, but they may not be enough for people with low vision. Connie Angeli discusses options to improve the lives of this patient cohort.
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