New study uses the MTII to evaluate progression of GA | Optometry Times - Clinical News

Published on February 3, 2026
The goal of the study was to investigate the natural history of macular tissue preservation in GA by evaluating the relationship between the MTII and BCVA over time.
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American Board of Opticianry Appoints Phernell Walker, MBA, ABOM, LDO, as Chair of the Board

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LEXINGTON, Ky.—The American Board of Opticianry (ABO) board of directors has announced the appointment of Phernell Walker, MBA, ABOM, LDO, as chairperson of the board, marking a significant and historic milestone in the organization’s leadership. Walker was sworn in on Saturday, January 31 at the ABO board meeting in Palm Springs, Calif. ABO said in the announcement that Walker previously served a

DIMS Lens Wear Doesn’t Affect Astigmatism in Myopic Children

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