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LGBTQ+ Ophthalmologists Find Support From Academy

JUN 17, 2022 By Michael A Puente Jr, MD in Features

During Pride Month in June, we celebrate the progress that has been made in the fight for people to live openly and proudly as themselves.

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Global Ophthalmology: Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, University of Illinois Chicago

JUN 17, 2022 By Peter W MacIntosh MD, Pete Setabutr MD, R V Paul Chan MD in Features, Residents, Education

We explore the history and goals of the global ophthalmology program at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, University of Illinois Chicago.

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3 Ukrainian YOs Share Their War Experiences

JUN 17, 2022 By Michael Mott in Features

Three Ukrainian young ophthalmologists spoke with YO Info about how they’re coping with the crisis, how their patients are handling the emergency and what life is like inside their war-torn nation.

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Academy OKAP Resources for Residents

JUN 11, 2022 By Liane O Dallalzadeh, MD in Resident Edition, Residents

If you are just beginning your residency, there’s a multitude of resources available to help you prepare for the exam. Below are resources I found useful during residency to build a solid foundation of knowledge, strengthen traditionally challenging topics, complete regular self-assessment and share helpful study tools.

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Techniques for a Glaucoma Workup

JUN 11, 2022 By Jenny Chen, MD, Roma Patel, MD in Resident Edition, Residents

Throughout your residency, you will frequently encounter patients who show up for a comprehensive eye exam but quickly need to be transitioned into a glaucoma workup. The high incidence of glaucoma and its asymptomatic presentation often means that an ophthalmologist needs to be able to access the following framework quickly and smoothly.

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3 Tips for Indirect Ophthalmoscopy

JUN 11, 2022 By Jessica D Randolph MD in Residents, Resident Edition

Indirect ophthalmoscopy is one of the most challenging but essential techniques for new residents to learn. Practice makes better — it takes extensive practice to get good, so don’t worry if it takes a while to get it right. Here are three tips to get you off to the races.

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Pearls to Prep for Cataract Surgery

JUN 11, 2022 By Cherie A Fathy, MD in Resident Edition, Residents

You’ve done a lot to get to this point. And as you’ve come to learn, diligence and preparation will serve you well as you embark on the steep and rewarding learning curve of cataract surgery. These tips will help you build your surgical skillset.

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Performing the Perfect Inpatient Ophthalmology Consult

JUN 11, 2022 By Nandini Venkateswaran, MD in Residents, Resident Edition

Inpatient consults are a large part of residency training, and there is much to be learned by seeing these complex patients. In some programs, inpatient consults may be shouldered largely by junior residents. In other programs, consult responsibility may be shared by junior and senior residents. Regardless of how long you’ve been training, you’ll find these tips helpful when heading out to perform inpatient consults.

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There’s an App for That: Top Ophtho Apps Useful for Residents

JUN 11, 2022 By Grayson W Armstrong, MD, MPH in Resident Edition, Residents

Congratulations! You’ve landed an ophthalmology residency. Now it’s time to load up on ophthalmology smartphone apps. These free apps can help take you from “good” to “great” while seeing patients, performing consults and studying for the Ophthalmic Knowledge Assessment Program (OKAP) exam.

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4 Steps to Achieve Financial Wellness During Residency

JUN 11, 2022 By Viraj Jayesh Mehta, MD in Resident Edition, Residents

As you continue to advance in your medical career, it is critical not only to maintain your mental, physical and emotional health, but also your financial health. Nearly half of all graduating doctors already owe the amount of money it takes to buy a Ferrari. By following a few guiding principles outlined below, you can ensure your financial wellness during your residency and throughout your career.

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