Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology

10/31/2025

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As adults age, many will develop eye diseases that could become debilitating if not treated in time. But people can protect themselves by having eye exams th...

10/31/2025

Wearable devices like continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps are designed to help people with type 1 diabetes manage their health.

08/11/2025

Amblyopia is when vision in one or both eyes does not develop properly during childhood. It is sometimes called “lazy eye.”

05/02/2023

Everyone needs a comprehensive eye exam by age 40, which is when your eyes start to change. Find out why dilated eye exams are important and what to expect when you have one: http://bit.ly/211OnqA

Getting an eye exam is an important part of staying healthy. Get the right exam at the right time to ensure your vision lasts a lifetime.

04/02/2023

Tens of thousands of sports and recreation-related eye injuries occur each year. Save your sight on the field or court by using proper eye protection starting this April,

Nearly 30,000 sports-related eye injuries are treated in U.S. emergency rooms each year, but 90% of serious eye injuries could be prevented by wearing appropriate protective eyewear. Make sure that yo

03/17/2023

***See our exciting updated agenda for the annual virtual conference coming up this March 25th! Earn 2.5 CME credit hours by attending this free event dedicated to exploring all things glaucoma! Register with our link below.

https://www.paeyemds.org/event-5107787

03/13/2023

Register today for our annual virtual conference! On March 25, come learn from world-renowned experts on various exciting updates from the glaucoma world! This is a free event with an opportunity to earn 2.5 CME credit hours. Just look at this incredible speaker list!

https://www.paeyemds.org/event-5107787/Registration

03/07/2023

Register today for our annual virtual conference! On March 25, come learn from world renowned experts on various exciting updates from the glaucoma world! This is a free event with an opportunity to earn 2.5 CME credit hours.

https://www.paeyemds.org/event-5107787/Registration

03/06/2023

Suffering from eye strain at work? Follow these tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology to get some relief.

Staring at your computer screen, smartphone or other digital devices for long periods won’t cause permanent eye damage, but your eyes may feel dry, red and tired. Learn how to prevent digital eye stra

02/01/2023

February is AMD awareness month! Here's what ophthalmologists want you to know about AMD, the leading cause of blindness among older Americans:

Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is the leading cause of blindness among people 60 years and older. New treatments can protect, and even restore, vision in people with AMD.

01/15/2023

As part of the second installment for glaucoma awareness month, view this article by the Academy to learn about AAO's stance on treating glaucoma with ma*****na. An important aspect of glaucoma management to understand in order to educate your patients.

Cannabis, CBD and other ma*****na derivatives are not a practical treatment for glaucoma or any eye condition. The American Academy of Ophthalmology does not recommend ma*****na or other cannabis prod

01/05/2023

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma affects more than 2.7 million Americans aged 40 and older. Learn if you are at risk for this “sneak thief of sight”

Glaucoma is a disease that damages your eye's optic nerve. It usually happens when fluid builds up and increases pressure inside the eye.