Laboratory and Diagnostic Light Office Procedures

Author(s):  
Annie Rutter ◽  
Madeline Haas
Keyword(s):  
2020 ◽  
pp. 99-106

Many optometrists supplement office-based vision therapy with home-based vision therapy procedures. Others prescribe primarily home-based vision therapy activities with in-office instruction. With recent development of telehealth online platforms, it is possible to enhance home-based vision therapy with one-on-one doctor-guided and vision therapist-guided remote optometric vision therapy (ROVT). This may increase access for times when the patient is not able to present to the office. Procedures for implementing ROVT are discussed including patient selection, case management, and technical requirements. 35 patients received ROVT, with the vast majority responding positively. Three cases of ROVT are presented. While there are significant limitations to ROVT, this experience shows that it is possible to conduct ROVT when there is need. We found that case selection and parental support at home are important factors for success.


Context: Surgical specialists have unique considerations when selecting and using electronic health records (EHRs). Aim: We sought to identify key factors and considerations during system selection and implementation for the surgical subspecialist. Case study: Insights from system selection and implementation for a start-up plastic surgery private practice were used to inform a broader set of principles for surgical subspecialists in private practice selecting and using EHRs. What can be learned: The nature of the provider-patient relationship is episodic and such as maintaining inventory, managing images, annotating images, documenting and billing in-office procedures, and integration of cash-based and insurance payment. Conclusion: Surgeons in private practice and as part of larger institutions can use insights from this case study to inform their own efforts in system selection and optimization for ongoing use.


2021 ◽  
pp. 418-424
Author(s):  
Aisha Al Busaidi ◽  
Ahmed Al-Hinai

We experienced an atypical endophthalmitis occurring post consecutively performed in-office procedures; an intravitreal injection (IVI) of ranibizumab followed by an anterior chamber (AC) paracentesis performed twice in an eye with neovascular glaucoma (NVG). A 52-year-old diabetic male who was asymptomatic developed signs of endophthalmitis and decreased vision without pain in his left eye a few days post-IVI and AC paracentesis. The condition worsened after an initial vitreous tap and injection of antibiotics. Cultures of vitreous and aqueous samples were negative. Complete resolution occurred after a pars plana vitrectomy with IVI of antibiotics and steroid with removal of a dense “yellowish-brown” fibrinous plaque. The absence of pain, presence of a peculiar colored fibrin, mild-to-moderate vitritis without retinitis, negative cultures, and complete recovery despite the fulminant presentation; favor a diagnosis of inflammation over infection. We hypothesize that a micro-leak from a 26-gauge AC tap tract might have served as an entry port for 5% povidone-iodine from the ocular surface thus inciting inflammation. However, an exuberant inflammatory response that can be typically seen in NVG eyes after intraocular procedures cannot be excluded. Various causes of inflammation post-procedures, both toxic and nontoxic should be considered in atypical culture-negative fulminant endophthalmitis cases with good outcome posttreatment. Any minor ocular procedure may carry a risk of such complication. Patient counseling and care must be exercised in performing these procedures.


PEDIATRICS ◽  
1956 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 170-170
Author(s):  
WILLIAM W. BELFORD

This is a very good reference book for all sorts of office procedures. The author is careful in his choice of methods. Likewise he sounds warnings of confusion that may follow some procedures such as the B.M.R. It appears the volume is designed for those in general practice. This reviewer enjoyed reading it.


1988 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 715-723
Author(s):  
David L. Clair ◽  
Anthony A. Caldamone
Keyword(s):  

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 446-454
Author(s):  
Anagnostou N ◽  
Gkrozou F ◽  
Ioannidi L ◽  
Papadimitriou A ◽  
Tsonis O

Female genital cosmetic surgery is a set of multiple procedures focused on improving genital appearance, structure, and function. Sexual dysfunction affects a large proportion of the female population and appears to be associated with distorted genital anatomy although what women perceive as normal varies vastly depending on cultural and social beliefs. Cosmetic gynaecology office procedures are simple, quick, and effective solutions to improve sexual function as well as body image with minimal interventions and minimal side-effects. In this narrative review, we present these widely used minimally invasive aesthetic gynaecology interventions, focusing on their efficacy, and reported complications. Recommendations regarding heath professionals’ approach and ethical issues arising are also discussed.


1999 ◽  
Vol 38 (11) ◽  
pp. 828-829
Author(s):  
Joseph A. Witkowski ◽  
Lawrence Charles Parish
Keyword(s):  

1985 ◽  
Vol 103 (7) ◽  
pp. 967-972 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. B. Landers ◽  
D. Robinson ◽  
K. R. Olsen ◽  
J. Rinkoff

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