https://simplecast.com Dry Eye Fireside Chat Join us for a series of cozy conversations led by host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and guest experts in dry eye! © 2025 Dry Eye Fireside Chat en-us Thu, 21 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Thu, 21 May 2026 17:00:11 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Dry Eye Fireside Chat https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/5b7a0b57-4ebe-42ae-95f4-83e54fb17276/91eb94b6-3e80-4c74-a298-0d81729e2da7/3000x3000/3p78i9hu0twlymbnoyq5yu2bcbk2?aid=rss_feed https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 episodic Join us for a series of cozy conversations led by host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and guest experts in dry eye! Eyes On Eyecare false https://feeds.simplecast.com/Wo9BXQxe Eyes On Eyecare 0853b929-ef8f-49b7-ad5f-632a97061e4a A Step-By-Step Approach to Epiphora Thu, 21 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 A Step-By-Step Approach to Epiphora Eyes On Eyecare 00:19:28 Cory Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO of the Dry Eye Center of Ohio, joins host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO of Eye Surgeons of Indiana in Indianapolis on Dry Eye Fireside Chat to walk through a systematic, three-category approach to epiphora and share a case that ended in the operating room. Cory Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO of the Dry Eye Center of Ohio, joins host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO of Eye Surgeons of Indiana in Indianapolis on Dry Eye Fireside Chat to walk through a systematic, three-category approach to epiphora and share a case that ended in the operating room. false full 22 91c1429e-af1a-4688-90b0-c0348eb3b164 When to Consider Ocular Surface Lavage Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:51:43 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 When to Consider Ocular Surface Lavage Eyes On Eyecare 00:18:44 Welcome back to Dry Eye Fireside Chat! In this installment, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Andrew Zagelbaum, OD, to discuss the latest innovations in ocular surface lavage and how—and when—you can effectively utilize them within your practice. Welcome back to Dry Eye Fireside Chat! In this installment, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Andrew Zagelbaum, OD, to discuss the latest innovations in ocular surface lavage and how—and when—you can effectively utilize them within your practice. false full 21 b0eabc68-2e6d-4489-b7b7-be50d443f5f5 When to Choose Between a Biologic or Traditional Therapy for Your OSD Patient Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:32:21 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 When to Choose Between a Biologic or Traditional Therapy for Your OSD Patient Eyes On Eyecare 00:12:57 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Julie McLaughlin, OD, ABO Diplomate, discuss when to consider using biologic treatments—such as amniotic membranes, cenergermin-bkbj, autologous serum tears, or platelet-rich plasma (PRP)—for patients with ocular surface disease, compared with more traditional therapies. In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Julie McLaughlin, OD, ABO Diplomate, discuss when to consider using biologic treatments—such as amniotic membranes, cenergermin-bkbj, autologous serum tears, or platelet-rich plasma (PRP)—for patients with ocular surface disease, compared with more traditional therapies. false full 20 811e2e12-f007-465e-b112-23adc0848e08 Neuropathic Pain Management in Optometry In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, Dipl-ABO, discuss neuropathic pain management in optometry, highlighting diagnostic challenges and the importance of identifying underlying neuropathic conditions in patients with complex medical histories. They support a multidisciplinary approach that aims to improve ocular surface health and involves collaborating with diverse healthcare providers to effectively address symptoms.

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]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:17:34 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, Dipl-ABO, discuss neuropathic pain management in optometry, highlighting diagnostic challenges and the importance of identifying underlying neuropathic conditions in patients with complex medical histories. They support a multidisciplinary approach that aims to improve ocular surface health and involves collaborating with diverse healthcare providers to effectively address symptoms.

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]]> Neuropathic Pain Management in Optometry Eyes On Eyecare 00:10:43 Join Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, Dipl-ABO, and Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, for a discussion about neuropathic pain management in optometry. Join Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, Dipl-ABO, and Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, for a discussion about neuropathic pain management in optometry. false full 19 5ea19fa0-df4b-40d9-a6ab-abadbb225546 How to Identify DED in a Comprehensive Eye Exam In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, discuss how to include DED assessment within a comprehensive eye exam, covering both diagnosis and treatment.

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]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, discuss how to include DED assessment within a comprehensive eye exam, covering both diagnosis and treatment.

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]]> How to Identify DED in a Comprehensive Eye Exam Eyes On Eyecare 00:10:06 Join Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, and Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, for a discussion of how to identify DED during a comprehensive eye exam. Join Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, and Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, for a discussion of how to identify DED during a comprehensive eye exam. false full 17 35b68048-bff3-4e83-817e-231d51d9f459 Neurotrophic Keratitis and Dry Eye In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Neel S. Vaidya, MD, MPH, MBA, discuss new approaches to diagnosing neurotrophic keratitis in everyday practice.

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]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Neel S. Vaidya, MD, MPH, MBA, discuss new approaches to diagnosing neurotrophic keratitis in everyday practice.

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]]> Neurotrophic Keratitis and Dry Eye Eyes On Eyecare 00:13:12 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Neel S. Vaidya, MD, MPH, MBA, as they discuss new approaches to diagnosing neurotrophic keratitis in everyday practice. Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Neel S. Vaidya, MD, MPH, MBA, as they discuss new approaches to diagnosing neurotrophic keratitis in everyday practice. false full 16 26ff2a84-03ba-45f2-903b-b8591e2d472f The Business of Dry Eye: KPIs for the Specialty Practice (or Any Practice) In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Carly Rose, OD, FAAO, discuss how to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for specialty and primary care practices.

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]]> Wed, 9 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Carly Rose, OD, FAAO, discuss how to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for specialty and primary care practices.

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]]> The Business of Dry Eye: KPIs for the Specialty Practice (or Any Practice) Eyes On Eyecare 00:11:53 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Carly Rose, OD, FAAO, to learn how to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for specialty and primary care practices. Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Carly Rose, OD, FAAO, to learn how to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for specialty and primary care practices. false full 15 ef2f05dd-76fe-4e7a-bbc2-7a0b3c947f01 Optimizing the Ocular Surface for Best Surgical Outcomes In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ahmad Fahmy, OD, FAAO, review the importance of managing dry eye prior to surgery to maximize the odds of success.

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]]> Tue, 8 Jul 2025 20:42:07 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ahmad Fahmy, OD, FAAO, review the importance of managing dry eye prior to surgery to maximize the odds of success.

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]]> Optimizing the Ocular Surface for Best Surgical Outcomes Eyes On Eyecare 00:13:53 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ahmad Fahmy, OD, FAAO, to review the importance of managing dry eye prior to surgery to maximize the odds of success. Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ahmad Fahmy, OD, FAAO, to review the importance of managing dry eye prior to surgery to maximize the odds of success. false full 14 Buzzsprout-16816897 The Dry Eye Workup in Contact Lens Patients Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, as they discuss the diagnostic algorithm for assessing dry eye disease in contact lens wearers.

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]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, as they discuss the diagnostic algorithm for assessing dry eye disease in contact lens wearers.

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]]> The Dry Eye Workup in Contact Lens Patients Eyes On Eyecare 00:12:23 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, as they discuss the diagnostic algorithm for assessing dry eye disease in contact lens wearers. Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only. Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, as they discuss the diagnostic algorithm for assessing dry eye disease in contact lens wearers. Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only. false full 13 Buzzsprout-16255504 Pattern Recognition in DED: How to Use NaFl - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO for a discussion of how NaFL fits in with dry eye and ocular surface disease management!

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]]> Wed, 15 Jan 2025 16:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO for a discussion of how NaFL fits in with dry eye and ocular surface disease management!

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]]> Pattern Recognition in DED: How to Use NaFl - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO Eyes On Eyecare 00:10:17 Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO for a discussion of how NaFL fits in with dry eye and ocular surface disease management! Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purpos... Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO for a discussion of how NaFL fits in with dry eye and ocular surface disease management! Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purpos... false full 12 Buzzsprout-16130832 Tips and Tricks for Dry Eye Coding and Billing - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO for a discussion of the common mistakes doctors make when coding and billing for dry eye—and how to avoid them!

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]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO for a discussion of the common mistakes doctors make when coding and billing for dry eye—and how to avoid them!

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]]> Tips and Tricks for Dry Eye Coding and Billing - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO Eyes On Eyecare 00:17:37 Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO for a discussion of the common mistakes doctors make when coding and billing for dry eye—and how to avoid them! Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are ... Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO for a discussion of the common mistakes doctors make when coding and billing for dry eye—and how to avoid them! Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are ... false full 11 Buzzsprout-16065278 How I Fit Dry Eye Into Everything I Do Join Jaclyn Garlich, OD, FAAO & Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO for a discussion of how dry eye fits into a busy optometric practice.

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]]> Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join Jaclyn Garlich, OD, FAAO & Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO for a discussion of how dry eye fits into a busy optometric practice.

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]]> How I Fit Dry Eye Into Everything I Do Eyes On Eyecare 00:12:34 Join Jaclyn Garlich, OD, FAAO & Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO for a discussion of how dry eye fits into a busy optometric practice. Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only. Join Jaclyn Garlich, OD, FAAO & Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO for a discussion of how dry eye fits into a busy optometric practice. Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only. false full 10 Buzzsprout-15984857 When to Switch DED Therapies - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO, delve into the factors that should influence a change of course in dry eye treatment.

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]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO, delve into the factors that should influence a change of course in dry eye treatment.

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]]> When to Switch DED Therapies - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO Eyes On Eyecare 00:15:03 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO, delve into the factors that should influence a change of course in dry eye treatment. See the full video here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general in... In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO, delve into the factors that should influence a change of course in dry eye treatment. See the full video here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general in... false full 9 Buzzsprout-15809942 How to Diagnose Ocular Rosacea Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Janelle L. Davison, OD for a discussion of ocular rosacea—and the best insights on diagnosing and managing this condition for all of your patients, including patients of color in whom this condition is historically underdiagnosed.

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]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Janelle L. Davison, OD for a discussion of ocular rosacea—and the best insights on diagnosing and managing this condition for all of your patients, including patients of color in whom this condition is historically underdiagnosed.

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]]> How to Diagnose Ocular Rosacea Eyes On Eyecare 00:11:55 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Janelle L. Davison, OD for a discussion of ocular rosacea—and the best insights on diagnosing and managing this condition for all of your patients, including patients of color in whom this condition is historically underdiagnosed. Full episode with video here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medi... Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Janelle L. Davison, OD for a discussion of ocular rosacea—and the best insights on diagnosing and managing this condition for all of your patients, including patients of color in whom this condition is historically underdiagnosed. Full episode with video here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medi... false full 8 Buzzsprout-15585697 Treating Dry Eye In the Pre-Surgical Patient Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Bennett Walton, MD, MBA for a discussion of dry eye in the pre-surgical patient—what to look for, how to treat, and how to manage long-term.

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]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Bennett Walton, MD, MBA for a discussion of dry eye in the pre-surgical patient—what to look for, how to treat, and how to manage long-term.

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]]> Treating Dry Eye In the Pre-Surgical Patient Eyes On Eyecare 00:14:09 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Bennett Walton, MD, MBA for a discussion of dry eye in the pre-surgical patient—what to look for, how to treat, and how to manage long-term. Watch the full episode here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/treating-dry-eye-in-pre-surgical-patient/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, al... Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Bennett Walton, MD, MBA for a discussion of dry eye in the pre-surgical patient—what to look for, how to treat, and how to manage long-term. Watch the full episode here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/treating-dry-eye-in-pre-surgical-patient/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, al... false full 7 Buzzsprout-15437969 Using Point of Care Diagnostics to Streamline Dry Eye Disease Treatment Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO to discuss how point-of-care diagnostics can streamline the dry eye disease treatment process for practices and patients.

Full episode with video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/using-point-of-care-diagnostics-to-streamline-dry-eye-disease-treatment/

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]]> Thu, 25 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO to discuss how point-of-care diagnostics can streamline the dry eye disease treatment process for practices and patients.

Full episode with video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/using-point-of-care-diagnostics-to-streamline-dry-eye-disease-treatment/

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]]> Using Point of Care Diagnostics to Streamline Dry Eye Disease Treatment Eyes On Eyecare 00:12:11 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO to discuss how point-of-care diagnostics can streamline the dry eye disease treatment process for practices and patients. Full episode with video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/using-point-of-care-diagnostics-to-streamline-dry-eye-disease-treatment/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended t... Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO to discuss how point-of-care diagnostics can streamline the dry eye disease treatment process for practices and patients. Full episode with video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/using-point-of-care-diagnostics-to-streamline-dry-eye-disease-treatment/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended t... false full 6 Buzzsprout-15159642 Practice Makes Perfect: The Dry Eye Dialogue Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Tracy Doll, OD, FAAO for a discussion of the dry eye patient dialogue.

Find the full video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/practice-makes-perfect-the-dry-eye-dialogue

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]]> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Tracy Doll, OD, FAAO for a discussion of the dry eye patient dialogue.

Find the full video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/practice-makes-perfect-the-dry-eye-dialogue

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]]> Practice Makes Perfect: The Dry Eye Dialogue Eyes On Eyecare 00:13:46 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Tracy Doll, OD, FAAO for a discussion of the dry eye patient dialogue. Find the full video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/practice-makes-perfect-the-dry-eye-dialogue Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general info... Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Tracy Doll, OD, FAAO for a discussion of the dry eye patient dialogue. Find the full video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/practice-makes-perfect-the-dry-eye-dialogue Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general info... false full 5 Buzzsprout-15153426 The Connection Between Sjögren's Disease and Dry Eye Join  Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Jacob Lang, OD, FAAO, to discuss how optometrists can identify dry eye caused by Sjögren’s disease (SD), treat mixed-disease dry eye in SD patients, and co-manage these patients to optimize treatment outcomes.

For the full episode, please visit: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/connection-between-sjoegrens-disease-and-dry-eye

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]]> Fri, 31 May 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 Join  Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Jacob Lang, OD, FAAO, to discuss how optometrists can identify dry eye caused by Sjögren’s disease (SD), treat mixed-disease dry eye in SD patients, and co-manage these patients to optimize treatment outcomes.

For the full episode, please visit: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/connection-between-sjoegrens-disease-and-dry-eye

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]]> The Connection Between Sjögren's Disease and Dry Eye Eyes On Eyecare 00:15:02 Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Jacob Lang, OD, FAAO, to discuss how optometrists can identify dry eye caused by Sjögren’s disease (SD), treat mixed-disease dry eye in SD patients, and co-manage these patients to optimize treatment outcomes. For the full episode, please visit: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/connection-between-sjoegrens-disease-and-dry-eye Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The inform... Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Jacob Lang, OD, FAAO, to discuss how optometrists can identify dry eye caused by Sjögren’s disease (SD), treat mixed-disease dry eye in SD patients, and co-manage these patients to optimize treatment outcomes. For the full episode, please visit: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/connection-between-sjoegrens-disease-and-dry-eye Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The inform... false full 4 Buzzsprout-14994265 How the Dry Eye Technician Impacts the Patient Journey In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ramón Gómez, CMA, discuss how dry eye technicians can positively impact the patient journey to improve compliance.

For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/how-dry-eye-technician-impacts-patient-journey/

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]]> Thu, 2 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ramón Gómez, CMA, discuss how dry eye technicians can positively impact the patient journey to improve compliance.

For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/how-dry-eye-technician-impacts-patient-journey/

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]]> How the Dry Eye Technician Impacts the Patient Journey Eyes On Eyecare 00:17:26 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ramón Gómez, CMA, discuss how dry eye technicians can positively impact the patient journey to improve compliance. For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/how-dry-eye-technician-impacts-patient-journey/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medi... In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ramón Gómez, CMA, discuss how dry eye technicians can positively impact the patient journey to improve compliance. For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/how-dry-eye-technician-impacts-patient-journey/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medi... false full 3 Buzzsprout-14994256 Pearls for Navigating the Inevitable Hurdle of Prior Authorizations In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO, discuss how optometrists can navigate prior authorizations for dry eye therapies.

For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/pearls-for-navigating-inevitable-hurdle-of-prior-authorizations/

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]]> Thu, 2 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO, discuss how optometrists can navigate prior authorizations for dry eye therapies.

For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/pearls-for-navigating-inevitable-hurdle-of-prior-authorizations/

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]]> Pearls for Navigating the Inevitable Hurdle of Prior Authorizations Eyes On Eyecare 00:13:29 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO, discuss how optometrists can navigate prior authorizations for dry eye therapies. For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/pearls-for-navigating-inevitable-hurdle-of-prior-authorizations/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not in... In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO, discuss how optometrists can navigate prior authorizations for dry eye therapies. For the full episode, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/pearls-for-navigating-inevitable-hurdle-of-prior-authorizations/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not in... false full 2 Buzzsprout-14557907 Why the Vehicle Matters: Branded vs Unbranded Treatment for OSD In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Selina McGee, OD, FAAO discuss why the vehicle in a drop formulation matters, how to explain the importance of vehicle to your dry eye patient, and what goes into picking a medication.

Note: Cyclosporine is highly lipophilic, and the ocular surface is lipophobic. The SFA molecule used in Vevye is perfluorobutylpentane.

For the full episode, including imaging, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/why-vehicle-matters-branded-vs-unbranded-treatment-osd/

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]]> Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Selina McGee, OD, FAAO discuss why the vehicle in a drop formulation matters, how to explain the importance of vehicle to your dry eye patient, and what goes into picking a medication.

Note: Cyclosporine is highly lipophilic, and the ocular surface is lipophobic. The SFA molecule used in Vevye is perfluorobutylpentane.

For the full episode, including imaging, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/why-vehicle-matters-branded-vs-unbranded-treatment-osd/

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]]> Why the Vehicle Matters: Branded vs Unbranded Treatment for OSD Eyes On Eyecare 00:12:32 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Selina McGee, OD, FAAO discuss why the vehicle in a drop formulation matters, how to explain the importance of vehicle to your dry eye patient, and what goes into picking a medication. Note: Cyclosporine is highly lipophilic, and the ocular surface is lipophobic. The SFA molecule used in Vevye is perfluorobutylpentane. For the full episode, including imaging, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/why-vehicle-m... In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Selina McGee, OD, FAAO discuss why the vehicle in a drop formulation matters, how to explain the importance of vehicle to your dry eye patient, and what goes into picking a medication. Note: Cyclosporine is highly lipophilic, and the ocular surface is lipophobic. The SFA molecule used in Vevye is perfluorobutylpentane. For the full episode, including imaging, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/why-vehicle-m... false full 1 Buzzsprout-14401571 In-office Treatments, Dry Eye Rx, or Both? - Cory Lappin, OD, FAAO & Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Cory J. Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO, discuss how to decide when a dry eye patient is a candidate for in-office treatments, prescription therapies, or a combination of both.

For the full episode, including imaging, please visit  https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/in-office-treatments-dry-eye-rx-or-both

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]]> Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:00:00 +0000 Eyes On Eyecare https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304382 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Cory J. Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO, discuss how to decide when a dry eye patient is a candidate for in-office treatments, prescription therapies, or a combination of both.

For the full episode, including imaging, please visit  https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/in-office-treatments-dry-eye-rx-or-both

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]]> In-office Treatments, Dry Eye Rx, or Both? - Cory Lappin, OD, FAAO & Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO Eyes On Eyecare 00:12:50 In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Cory J. Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO, discuss how to decide when a dry eye patient is a candidate for in-office treatments, prescription therapies, or a combination of both. For the full episode, including imaging, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/in-office-treatments-dry-eye-rx-or-both Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information p... In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Cory J. Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO, discuss how to decide when a dry eye patient is a candidate for in-office treatments, prescription therapies, or a combination of both. For the full episode, including imaging, please visit https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/in-office-treatments-dry-eye-rx-or-both Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information p... false full 0