Are you an optometrist hesitant to order and utilize laboratory diagnostics or imaging for your patients? Are you a student uncomfortable or unsure where to start?
Laboratory medicine and diagnostic imaging is necessary in caring for and properly managing your patients. Education, training, professional licensure, and scope of practice laws permit optometry with the ability to order and obtain these outside diagnostic studies as it relates to the eye and visual system.
The goal of this book is to present pertinent high-yield clinical information and insight into common diagnostic labs and imaging most relevant to your daily practice.
In this book you will discover:
This book skips academic jargon and is a great starting point to become comfortable with ordering and utilizing lab and imaging results to more effectively manage your patients.
In today's digital era, our eyes are constantly exposed to the screens of smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other devices, leading to an array of visual symptoms and discomfort. In Screens & Vision: Your Eyes in a Digital World, Dr. John R. Martinelli, a seasoned optometric physician and medical doctor, writes about the impact of prolonged screen time on our eyes and provides practical solutions to mitigate these effects.
Learn about digital screens and how to keep your vision comfortable:
- Understand Digital Eye Strain: Learn the truth about the physiological effects of blue light and how it contributes to headaches, eye strain, and disrupted sleep patterns.
- Assess Your Digital Habits: Tools and techniques to track and manage your screen time effectively, ensuring you maintain healthy digital habits.
- Optimize Your Environment: Tips for creating an eye-friendly workspace, reducing glare, and improving ergonomics to prevent visual discomfort.
- Embrace Wearable Technology: Explore the latest advancements in smart glasses, VR headsets, and contact lenses with digital displays, and understand their potential impact on your eyes.
- Age-Specific Recommendations: Tailored advice for children, adults, and seniors on managing screen time and maintaining comfortable vision in the digital age.
- Future Trends: Insight into emerging technologies designed to safeguard vision and enhance digital experiences.
With over 35 years of experience in private practice, Dr. Martinelli combines his expertise in optometry and medicine to offer a brief guide which is both educational and practical. This is essential reading for anyone looking to protect their eyes from the strains of modern digital life.
Dr. Martinelli's Modern Glaucoma: Practical Insights and Emerging Trends in Glaucoma Care is an indispensable resource for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and medical professionals dedicated to mastering the complexities of glaucoma management. This comprehensive guide, blends decades of clinical experience with the most current advancements in glaucoma research.
This book explores the latest diagnostic tools and treatment strategies, providing you with practical insights which can be immediately applied in clinical practice. Key highlights include:
- Advanced Diagnostic Techniques: Explore cutting-edge tools such as the latest in visual field testing, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and other essential imaging technologies critical for the early detection and management of glaucoma.
- Innovative Treatment Approaches: Gain comprehensive knowledge of the latest pharmacological treatments and minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS), equipping you with strategies to optimize patient outcomes.
- Forward-Looking Perspectives: Stay ahead of the curve with discussions on emerging trends, including personalized medicine, gene therapy, and the role of artificial intelligence in glaucoma care, ensuring you're prepared for what's on the horizon.
- Real-World Case Studies: Apply theory to practice with carefully curated case studies, as well as summaries of pivotal clinical trials, providing actionable insights for everyday clinical decision-making.
Whether you're looking to enhance your clinical expertise, stay current with the latest advancements, or gain a more comprehensive understanding of glaucoma, Dr. Martinelli's Modern Glaucoma is your definitive guide. You will be equipped with up-to-date knowledge and tools necessary to provide exceptional care in daily practice.
Learn to master high-yield clinical concepts bridging gaps between primary eye care, general medicine, and neurology, with a treasure trove of real-world cases presented to enhance your critical thinking and patient management.
What You'll Find Inside:
Who Should Read This Book:
Why This Book is Essential:
Thinking through and understanding the clinical scenarios will help equip you with many key concepts necessary to excel and grow your practice. Whether you're an optometrist, family physician, or a specialist, this book will reinforce your ability to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.
Dr. Martinelli's Modern Glaucoma: Practical Insights and Emerging Trends in Glaucoma Care is an indispensable resource for optometrists, ophthalmologists, and medical professionals dedicated to understanding the complexities of glaucoma management. This comprehensive guide blends decades of clinical experience with the most current advancements in glaucoma.
This book explores the latest diagnostic tools and treatment strategies providing you with practical insights which can be immediately applied in clinical practice. Key highlights include:
Whether you're looking to enhance your clinical expertise, stay current with the latest advancements, or gain a more comprehensive understanding of glaucoma, Dr. Martinelli's Modern Glaucoma is your definitive guide.
Learn to master high-yield concepts in ophthalmic medicine and neurology with Dr. Martinelli's Vision & Neurology Casebook: Real-World Insights for Primary Eye Care & Family Medicine. This indispensable guide helps bridge the gaps between primary eye care, general medicine, and neurology, offering a treasure trove of real-world case studies that enhance clinical thinking and patient care.
Understanding the intricate connections between ophthalmic and general medicine is crucial. Dr. Martinelli, a dual-trained optometrist and medical doctor, brings decades of experience to this comprehensive casebook. Each case is meticulously detailed, providing a deep dive into the diagnostic process, management strategies, and practical medical concepts that underpin successful patient outcomes.
What You'll Find Inside:
Collaborative Care Models: Understand the importance of teamwork in healthcare, with examples of cases that improve collaboration between optometrists, family physicians, and specialists.
Who Should Read This Book:
Optometrists: Deepen your understanding of medicine that manifest through ocular signs and symptoms, enhancing your role in comprehensive patient care.
Family Physicians: Learn to recognize and manage ocular presentations of systemic diseases, improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
Medical Students and Residents: Build a solid foundation in neuro-ophthalmic clinical scenarios with real-world cases and expert insights.
Healthcare Professionals: From RN's, PA's, NP's, to other medical specialties, enrich your practice with an integrated approach to vision and neurologic conditions.
Why This Book is Essential:
Dr. Martinelli's Vision & Neurology Casebook is more than just a collection of case studies; it's a comprehensive guide that helps equip you with the concepts you need to excel in clinical practice. Whether you're an optometrist, family physician, or a specialist, this book will enhance your ability to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.
Are you an optometrist hesitant to order and utilize laboratory diagnostics or imaging for your patients? Are you a student uncomfortable or unsure where to start?
Laboratory medicine and diagnostic imaging is necessary in caring for and properly managing your patients.
Education, training, professional licensure, and scope of practice laws permit optometry with the ability to order and obtain these outside diagnostic studies as it relates to the eye and visual system.
The goal of this book is to present pertinent high-yield clinical information and insight into common diagnostic labs and imaging most relevant to your daily practice.
In this book you will discover:
This book skips academic jargon and is a great starting point to become comfortable with ordering and utilizing lab and imaging results to more effectively manage your patients.