Steven Turpin, OD
Newest member of Cascadia Eye, an OD/MD group practice in Washington. Currently building a specialty lens practice from the ground up. Myopia control and contact lens design are my guilty pleasures.
Newest member of Cascadia Eye, an OD/MD group practice in Washington. Currently building a specialty lens practice from the ground up. Myopia control and contact lens design are my guilty pleasures.
Orthokeratology lenses provide another tool in a practice’s toolbox and make for more outstanding clinicians. Read on to gain an understanding of the basics of orthokeratology, mechanisms, and some common myths.
Here's everything you need to know about myopia control. Learn about prevalence, diagnosis, and the latest management techniques as well as how to best educate doctors, staff, parents, and patients.
Despite the extensive use of metformin as a blood sugar control strategy for diabetic patients, there's still quite a lot we don't know about this drug. Recent studies have shown some surprising results—here's what you should know.
2021 will bring changes in medical exam coding. Here, we're covering the changes in documentation requirements for optometry billing and coding.
If you're treating urgent and emergent cases, now's the time to brush up on new studies related to AMD development and treatment.
This year brings new technologies in glaucoma management—some of which are especially relevant for your patients self-isolating at home during the pandemic.
Keratoconus presents with many associated issues—here's what you can do as an optometrist to help your patients.
Do you actually need that shiny new piece of equipment? It's important to consider a few things before making major purchases for your practice. Read on to find out what you should look for in a new instrument!
The International Myopia Institute white papers serve to expand our knowledge of the growing issue. Part 1 of our series provides an overview of the papers.
Regardless of where your patients get their contacts, they depend on you for education. Make sure to review the pros and cons of Hubble contacts.
There's more to dilation than meets the eye, and the routine has a fascinating history. Should ODs still be dilating every patient?
Steven Turpin's ortho-k series concludes with some orthokeratology tips for lens fitting, patient communication, and other paths to success!
We have a long way to go in our understanding of how ortho-k lenses fit, but there are strategies you can employ to help your patients understand them.
This is the first installment of our orthokeratology series that examines the 4 myths of orthokeratology - fact and fiction.
Extreme ownership involves leading. In your practice you need to lead and educate patients and employees. Here are some tips to make that happen.
While the optometry cover letter is not as important as the resume or the CV, writing an excellent cover letter can help your application stand out from the crowd.
Completing a residency in optometry is an amazing feat. However, there might be some situations where it is not necessary or advantageous.