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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Optometry
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Joint position papers in 2000 from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) opposed routine optometric comanagement.
  • Professional organizations like the American Optometric Association and American Academy of Optometry supported this stance, while allowing for proper comanagement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a model for integrated ophthalmology-optometry practice management in ophthalmic and refractive surgery.
  • To address the evolution of practice patterns since the 2000 joint position paper.

Main Methods:

  • Review of practice patterns and professional stances on comanagement.
  • Development of a new model for integrated patient care.

Main Results:

  • The concept of routine comanagement has diminished.
  • A new model of integrated management has emerged, incorporating optometrists into ophthalmic practices.

Conclusions:

  • Integrated management allows ophthalmology and optometry to coexist and thrive.
  • This collaborative approach enhances patient care in ophthalmic surgeries, including refractive procedures.