You Be the Judge
Review malpractice cases and how the optometrist should prepare and anticipate certain outcomes. By Jerome Sherman, OD, and Sherry Bass, OD
Imaging: Friend or Foe?
This case documents a misdiagnosis of UWF photos on five visits over a six-year span.
12/15/2024
Comanage with Caution
With refractive surgery complications, which doctor is culpable?
11/15/2024
Disaster Waiting to Happen
Mentally and physically challenged patients present unique difficulties to the ophthalmic clinician.
10/15/2024
Be Aware of Waxing and Waning Symptoms
Recurrence of complaints in the absence of significant signs can be a red flag.
09/15/2024
Adult Acne Delays HZO Diagnosis
Effective treatment of this condition requires a timely detection and intervention.
08/15/2024
JOAG Misdiagnosed as Amblyopia
Reduced visual acuity requires a good explanation.
07/15/2024
Vicarious Liability Leads to Blindness
Yes, you may be responsible for the actions of your employees.
06/15/2024
Puppy Love Blindness
The rare case of red eye that does not respond to treatment can have a disastrous outcome.
05/15/2024
Flashes? Think Beyond the Retina
Limiting your exam of a patient who presents with this complaint can prove to be disastrous.
04/15/2024
Bad History, Bad Patient, Bad Bug
A misdiagnosis can cause a vision-threatening complication exacerbated by a noncompliant patient.
03/15/2024
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