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Empowering eye care professionals to understand and proactively apply genetic data in the management of ocular diseases and conditions in everyday practice.
RECENT ARTICLES
Hear how AvaGen™, The Genetic Eye Test, played a tremendous role in helping both Justin Schweitzer, OD, and one of his patients confidently move forward with refractive surgery.
With myopia management, knowing possible future risk opens the door to a possible change of action now.
A 10-year-old female who is active in sports was referred to me for specialty contact lenses. Her primary eye doctor gave her a prescription for new glasses two weeks prior, but the patient wanted to be evaluated for contact lenses, which she’s never worn before.
Learn how eye care professionals are now using genetic testing and existing eyecare tools to accurately quantify the genetic risk of keratoconus and the presence of TGFBI gene-related corneal dystrophies.
RECENT PODCASTS
Genetic Testing’s Role in Myopia Management
Genetic Testing Builds Confidence
Common Questions Patients Ask Genetic Counselors and How to Talk to Them About Testing
RECENT WEBINAR
How does an existing diagnosis of keratoconus factor in with AvaGen™?
