Another Attempt at Presbyopia

What is Qlosi™?  This newest therapeutic called  Qlosi™, pronounced “CLOH-see,” from Orasis Pharmaceuticals®, is quite different from the previous therapeutic, Vuity®. While both are pilocarpine-based,  Qlosi™ has at least five differentiating factors. First, it is 1/3 the concentration of pilocarpine (0.4%) versus the previous drug at 1.2%. This alone may help minimize side effects and […]

Breaking the Cycle: The Importance of Employee Development and Reiteration

This article first appeared in ADAM’s Executive Decisions in Dermatology Summer 2023 Edition. Ignoring staff training is like neglecting to maintain your car—it can result in decreased performance, frequent breakdowns and a demoralized driver. Some people are hesitant to spend extra money on trainings and employee engagement because they worry employees will soon leave and […]

How to Create an Effective Patient Satisfaction Survey

Patient satisfaction is more important than ever. It is increasingly being recognized as a key component in how patients choose providers, whether patients have positive outcomes and how practices and hospitals are reimbursed.   Cleveland Clinic is one example of a healthcare institution that takes patient satisfaction seriously. Approximately 190,000 patients per year complete the hospital’s […]

The Truth About Online Eye Exams

Online eyewear retailers and digital vision screenings are capturing patient interest—and dollars. These digital solutions offer patients aesthetically packaged convenience, but it could come with a high cost—the patient’s health. How can eye doctors combat online eye exams and digital retailers to keep their patients safe and happy? The key is to identify why patients […]

Interview: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health with Dr. Emily Touloukian

We interviewed Dr. Emily Touloukian, D.O., hematologist, oncologist and President at Coastal Cancer Center, to hear her thoughts on social determinants of health, their relevance in cancer care and how to help patients in need. (Edited lightly for clarity and conciseness.)  Talk to me about social determinants of health in the arena of cancer care, […]

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