Optometry's Next Chapter: Innovative Advancements Poised to Reshape the Field with Dr. Chris Wroten

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Optometry's Next Chapter: Innovative Advancements Poised to Reshape the Field with Dr. Chris Wroten

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Jul 3, 2024

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Do you want a glance at the future of optometry? In today’s episode – you’ll hear about diagnostic innovations, pharmaceuticals on the horizon, gene therapies, new treatment modalities, AI and more.

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Jul 3, 2024

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Optometry's Next Chapter: Innovative Advancements Poised to Reshape the Field with Dr. Chris Wroten

Optometry's Next Chapter: Innovative Advancements Poised to Reshape the Field with Dr. Chris Wroten

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