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Dry Eye Fireside Chat

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Join us for a series of cozy conversations led by host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and guest experts in dry eye!

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#26
August 24 · 17 min
The Effects of Nutrition on Ocular Surface Health
In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Ada Noh, OD, about the role of nutritional supplementation in ocular surface disease management, why formulation matters, and how clinicians can help patients develop realistic expectations. Dr. Noh has built a practice exclusively focusing on ocular surface disease in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Bausch + Lomb. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available herein are for general information purposes only.
#24
July 23 · 13 min
Role of Lubricating Therapy in Modern Dry Eye Management
For years, artificial tears were the default recommendation for almost anyone with dry eyes. They still have an important place in treatment, but the thinking behind them has changed. As our understanding of ocular surface disease has evolved, so has the role of lubricating therapy. During a recent Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mile Brujic, OD, explored why lubricating drops remain essential while no longer standing alone in modern dry eye management. Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Bausch + Lomb. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available herein are for general information purposes only.
#25
June 25 · 18 min
Clinical Pearls for Utilizing and Interpreting Meibography in Exams
On this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, is joined by Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO, to discuss the role of meibography in ocular surface examinations and pearls for using it effectively in clinical practice. Dr. Koetting is an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Aurora, CO. Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Bausch + Lomb. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available herein are for general information purposes only.
#22
May 21 · 19 min
A Step-By-Step Approach to Epiphora
Cory Lappin, OD, MS, FAAO of the Dry Eye Center of Ohio, joins host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO of Eye Surgeons of Indiana in Indianapolis on Dry Eye Fireside Chat to walk through a systematic, three-category approach to epiphora and share a case that ended in the operating room.
#21
April 22 · 18 min
When to Consider Ocular Surface Lavage
Welcome back to Dry Eye Fireside Chat! In this installment, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, sits down with Andrew Zagelbaum, OD, to discuss the latest innovations in ocular surface lavage and how—and when—you can effectively utilize them within your practice.
#20
Dec 17, 2025 · 12 min
When to Choose Between a Biologic or Traditional Therapy for Your OSD Patient
In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Julie McLaughlin, OD, ABO Diplomate, discuss when to consider using biologic treatments—such as amniotic membranes, cenergermin-bkbj, autologous serum tears, or platelet-rich plasma (PRP)—for patients with ocular surface disease, compared with more traditional therapies.
#19
Dec 17, 2025 · 10 min
Neuropathic Pain Management in Optometry
Join Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, Dipl-ABO, and Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, for a discussion about neuropathic pain management in optometry.
#17
Oct 29, 2025 · 10 min
How to Identify DED in a Comprehensive Eye Exam
Join Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, and Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, for a discussion of how to identify DED during a comprehensive eye exam.
#16
Jul 10, 2025 · 13 min
Neurotrophic Keratitis and Dry Eye
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Neel S. Vaidya, MD, MPH, MBA, as they discuss new approaches to diagnosing neurotrophic keratitis in everyday practice.
#15
Jul 9, 2025 · 11 min
The Business of Dry Eye: KPIs for the Specialty Practice (or Any Practice)
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Carly Rose, OD, FAAO, to learn how to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for specialty and primary care practices.
#14
Jul 8, 2025 · 13 min
Optimizing the Ocular Surface for Best Surgical Outcomes
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ahmad Fahmy, OD, FAAO, to review the importance of managing dry eye prior to surgery to maximize the odds of success.
#13
Mar 18, 2025 · 12 min
The Dry Eye Workup in Contact Lens Patients
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, as they discuss the diagnostic algorithm for assessing dry eye disease in contact lens wearers. Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.
#12
Jan 15, 2025 · 10 min
Pattern Recognition in DED: How to Use NaFl - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO
Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO for a discussion of how NaFL fits in with dry eye and ocular surface disease management! Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purpos...
#11
Dec 18, 2024 · 17 min
Tips and Tricks for Dry Eye Coding and Billing - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO
Join host Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO for a discussion of the common mistakes doctors make when coding and billing for dry eye—and how to avoid them! Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are ...
#10
Nov 21, 2024 · 12 min
How I Fit Dry Eye Into Everything I Do
Join Jaclyn Garlich, OD, FAAO & Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO for a discussion of how dry eye fits into a busy optometric practice. Watch the full episode here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.
#9
Oct 24, 2024 · 15 min
When to Switch DED Therapies - Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO
In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Mahnia Madan, OD, FAAO, delve into the factors that should influence a change of course in dry eye treatment. See the full video here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general in...
#8
Sep 25, 2024 · 11 min
How to Diagnose Ocular Rosacea
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Janelle L. Davison, OD for a discussion of ocular rosacea—and the best insights on diagnosing and managing this condition for all of your patients, including patients of color in whom this condition is historically underdiagnosed. Full episode with video here: Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medi...
#7
Aug 21, 2024 · 14 min
Treating Dry Eye In the Pre-Surgical Patient
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Bennett Walton, MD, MBA for a discussion of dry eye in the pre-surgical patient—what to look for, how to treat, and how to manage long-term. Watch the full episode here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/treating-dry-eye-in-pre-surgical-patient/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, al...
#6
Jul 25, 2024 · 12 min
Using Point of Care Diagnostics to Streamline Dry Eye Disease Treatment
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO & Crystal Brimer, OD, FAAO to discuss how point-of-care diagnostics can streamline the dry eye disease treatment process for practices and patients. Full episode with video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/using-point-of-care-diagnostics-to-streamline-dry-eye-disease-treatment/ Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended t...
#5
Jun 25, 2024 · 13 min
Practice Makes Perfect: The Dry Eye Dialogue
Join Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO and Tracy Doll, OD, FAAO for a discussion of the dry eye patient dialogue. Find the full video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/practice-makes-perfect-the-dry-eye-dialogue Dry Eye Fireside Chat is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Sun Ophthalmics. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general info...

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