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!

  1. 12/17/2025

    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. 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.

    13 min

  2. 12/17/2025

    Neuropathic Pain Management in Optometry

    In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, Dipl-ABO, discuss neuropathic pain management in optometry, highlighting diagnostic challenges and the importance of identifying underlying neuropathic conditions in patients with complex medical histories. They support a multidisciplinary approach that aims to improve ocular surface health and involves collaborating with diverse healthcare providers to effectively address symptoms. To read the article, click here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/neuropathic-pain-management-in-optometry 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.

    11 min

  3. 10/29/2025

    How to Identify DED in a Comprehensive Eye Exam

    In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, discuss how to include DED assessment within a comprehensive eye exam, covering both diagnosis and treatment. To read the article, click here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/how-to-identify-ded-in-a-comprehensive-eye-exam/ 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.

    10 min

  4. 07/10/2025

    Neurotrophic Keratitis and Dry Eye

    In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Neel S. Vaidya, MD, MPH, MBA, discuss new approaches to diagnosing neurotrophic keratitis in everyday practice. To read the article, click here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/neurotrophic-keratitis-and-dry-eye/ 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.

    13 min

  5. 07/09/2025

    The Business of Dry Eye: KPIs for the Specialty Practice (or Any Practice)

    In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Carly Rose, OD, FAAO, discuss how to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for specialty and primary care practices. To read the article, click here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/business-of-dry-eye-kpis-for-specialty-or-any-optometry-practice/ 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 min

  6. 07/08/2025

    Optimizing the Ocular Surface for Best Surgical Outcomes

    In this episode of Dry Eye Fireside Chat, Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Ahmad Fahmy, OD, FAAO, review the importance of managing dry eye prior to surgery to maximize the odds of success. Read the article here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/optimizing-ocular-surface-for-best-surgical-outcomes/ 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.

    14 min

  7. 03/18/2025

    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. 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 min

  8. 01/15/2025

    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 purposes only. 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.

    10 min
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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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    Eyes On Eyecare
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
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