March 11, 2020
Salus University has partnered with National Vision to create a pilot program focused on training students on conducting remote eye exams utilizing high-tech equipment and real-time secure HD video conferencing, according to reporting by Vision Monday.
The technology enables optometrists to see patients remotely in locations that do not have a doctor or when the doctor is not available. Doctors from the University launched the pilot program in January, conducting remote exams from The Eye Institute, the University’s main clinical optometric facility, for patients within a retail optical location operated by National Vision.
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“Telemedicine is not a new concept, yet the use in optometry is somewhat controversial. Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) has a long history of leading the profession and keeping abreast of the latest developments,” said Maria Parisi, OD, associate dean of Salus University’s Pennsylvania College of Optometry. “Initiating this pilot project will allow us to reveal the strengths and limitations of this inevitable innovation. PCO looks forward to providing recommendations on best practices to eyecare providers.”