Advancements in imaging technology are renovating the standard of care within pediatric optometry practices. The use of innovative ultra-widefield (UWF™) retinal imaging devices from Optos with optomap® technology work to discover and diagnose undetected pathologies hiding in the periphery. Dr. Sunil Parekh, an optometrist in British Columbia, Canada, shared how his Optos® Monaco impacts his practice and patient outcomes.

optomap is the only technology that captures 200-degree UWF in a single shot. These images are critical, especially in pediatric patients who may have no symptoms of eye issues or vision problems.

It's important to understand the importance of routine eye exams, and the utilization of the highest-level technology in pediatric screening.  Optos ultra-widefield (UWF™) imaging technology is making great strides in diagnosing and treating eye problems in children and infants. The cutting-edge modalities and ease of operation with an optomap exam may show signs of ocular or systemic disease, often before children and infants become symptomatic.

Optos technology delivers nine imaging modalities across all devices, a larger field of view in less time, and over 2,500 clinical and peer-reviewed studies which span 235 disease states, demonstrating optomap and clinical utility go hand in hand. 

When you commit to daily sun-safe practices, you reduce risks of vision loss. Since many eye issues begin without symptoms, comprehensive eye exams are vital to early detection and diagnoses of eye conditions and diseases. Like a beach hat’s brim, bigger is better and an optomap® image shows 82% or 200 degrees of the retina in one capture and it is taken in less than a second. If there are findings, the images can easily and immediately be shared with specialists for further review. Many eye disorders can be fixed, slowed and/or reversed but the earlier the detection often relates to the better the outcome. 

Cataract disease is highly treatable and one simple step toward extending patients’ vision health is through comprehensive, annual eye examinations. Optos ultra-widefield imaging devices can image through cataracts 85% of the time.

With more than 25,000 devices installed, Optos aims to set the standard for eye examinations that deliver the best care for patients. With nine imaging modalities across all devices, Optos technology offers bigger images in less time to improve clinics workflow.

Patient Experience Week is an annual event that is observed in healthcare institutions across the globe. This week offers an opportunity for healthcare providers to focus on the patient's experience of care, including the quality of care, the level of engagement between patients and staff, patient safety, and patient satisfaction. During this week, eye care providers can benefit from highlighting the use of technology such as optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging in patient experience.  In recognition of Patient Experience Week, we would like to highlight eye care practitioners that understand the importance of the experience their patients receive while in their care. 

As an advocate for her patients' care, education and overall experience, Dr. Michelle Mann, OD, of BC, Canada boasts the importance of Optos multimodality retinal imaging technology in her practice for both her patients and the efficiency of her practice.

Women's Eye Health and Safety Month is celebrated annually in April to raise awareness about a wide range of eye diseases, especially ones that affect women specifically. This annual campaign seeks to educate women about the importance of regular eye exams and appropriate protective measures to maintain healthy eyesight.

An Optos scan takes only seconds for each eye which can significantly speed up each visit, freeing up time for post-imaging discussions. By spending quality time with patients and sharing their unique UWF images, the opportunity for customer satisfaction increases and, in turn, the likelihood they will positively share their experiences with family or friends increases as well. Explaining to patients that the results of the baseline scan can be used for year-over-year comparisons and can also be shared with other providers, should a specialist be warranted or if a new provider is selected in the future, boasts another benefit to the electronic record created with an optomap exam.  

The workflow of any practice can be greatly impacted by the resources made available to clinical practitioners working in eye care settings. A rise in patient waiting times often leads to delays in the diagnoses and treatment of diseases and disorders. But if a practice flow is fluid, and with the utilisation of advanced retinal imaging technology that provides enhanced eye care, more health issues can be caught earlier, saving sight and lives.