Understanding Myopia
CORE has themed Issue 81 of Contact Lens Update “The Science of Myopia Control: What Every ECP Should Know.” In the issue, Dr. Debbie Jones, Clinical Professor and Lead Clinical Scientist at CORE, School of Optometry & Vision Science, University of Waterloo, recaps the September 2024 International Myopia Conference; Dr. Vishakha Thakrar outlines the findings of a systematic review investigating the intervention-dependent rebound effect that may occur after stopping myopia control treatment; and Dr. Oliver Woo presents the case report of a young patient’s journey through different therapies to manage her myopia. The publication is free and receives support from the educational arms of CooperVision and Johnson & Johnson Vision. contactlensupdate.com
Board Pass Rates Released
The National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) and the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) have posted the pass rates for every U.S. optometric institution for 2024. The results include outcomes of the now-retired Part III CSE exam as well as the new Part III PEPS exam. Topping the list in the U.S. are Arizona College of Optometry, Southern College of Optometry, The Ohio State University College of Optometry, Indiana University School of Optometry, Oklahoma College of Optometry, and the Berkeley School of Optometry, all with ultimate pass rates above 95%. Canada’s University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science had an ultimate pass rate of 100%. invisionmag.com/022501
Updated Degree Standards
As of Jan. 1, the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) has recognized new Professional Optometric Degree Program Standards applicable to both existing and prospective optometric degree programs. Key updates include alignment between standards for developing programs and existing ones; standardizing terminology to help set clear benchmarks for all accredited programs; setting expectations for alternative pathways to a Doctor of Optometry degree that is distinct from a traditional program; requiring evidence of Standards adherence; and a focus on continuous quality improvement through benchmarking and self-assessment to identify performance gaps and taking appropriate action. theacoe.org
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