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For optometrists, the topic of telemedicine in optometry may bring to mind ideas of innovation, excitement, and patient outreach or of angst, resistance, and denial. No matter one’s opinion on telemedicine, a couple of points are necessary to address. First, understand that responsible telemedicine in optometry is not the selling of contact lenses and glasses … Continued

Accommodation: The process of the eyes’ ability to focus on objects at all distances for a clear image Acute glaucoma: A sudden or rapid onset type of glaucoma. Also known as Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma Adhered/Adherent: A contact lens that is temporarily stuck onto the cornea, making removal difficult Adnexa: The entire ocular area, including … Continued