Clinical and Experimental Optometry
Scope & Guideline
Catalyzing breakthroughs in clinical and experimental optometry.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Clinical Research in Optometry:
The journal publishes studies that investigate clinical practices, treatment outcomes, and patient care strategies in optometry, aiming to improve clinical practices and patient outcomes. - Technological Innovations in Eye Care:
Research related to advancements in optical technology, including diagnostic tools, imaging techniques, and telemedicine, is a core focus, reflecting the journal's commitment to integrating technology into optometric practice. - Public Health and Community Eye Health:
The journal emphasizes the importance of public health initiatives, epidemiological studies, and community-based eye care programs, particularly for underserved populations. - Education and Professional Development:
A significant aim is to enhance optometry education through the dissemination of best practices, competency standards, and innovative teaching methodologies. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Eye Care:
The journal fosters interdisciplinary research that explores the connections between optometry and other health disciplines, particularly in managing systemic diseases with ocular implications.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
There is a growing trend towards the application of AI and machine learning in optometry, particularly in diagnostics and treatment planning, indicating a significant shift towards data-driven practices. - Teleoptometry and Remote Care:
Research exploring teleoptometry and remote patient management is on the rise, driven by the need for accessible eye care services, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. - Myopia Control Strategies:
Emerging studies focused on innovative strategies for myopia control, including pharmacological treatments and new optical devices, reflect an increasing concern over the global rise in myopia. - Integrative and Holistic Approaches to Eye Health:
There is a notable increase in research exploring holistic approaches to eye health, considering the interplay between systemic health and visual function. - Cultural Competence in Eye Care:
Emerging themes emphasize the importance of culturally competent care in optometry, with research focusing on health disparities and tailored interventions for diverse populations.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Optometric Treatments:
There is a noticeable decline in research focusing solely on conventional optometric treatments, as the field increasingly embraces integrative and technology-driven approaches. - Basic Refractive Error Studies:
Studies solely focused on basic refractive errors and their management are becoming less frequent, suggesting a shift towards more complex conditions and multifactorial approaches to vision care. - Aging Population Studies:
Research specifically targeting aging populations is diminishing, possibly due to the increasing emphasis on broader public health implications and community eye health initiatives. - Surgical Techniques in Optometry:
There appears to be a waning interest in papers solely dedicated to surgical techniques within optometry, as the field increasingly incorporates collaborative care and advanced technologies.
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