Industry Professionals

Publications & Clinical Papers

Everything you need to promote Healthy Sight and Wellness is right here.

Transitions Optical is committed to increasing awareness among eyecare professionals regarding the need to promote healthy sight and wellness. To achieve this goal, we sponsor clinical research on important eye health issues, including:
  • The Visual Experience Beyond Visual Acuity
  • Photochromics and Children
  • Photochromics and AR coatings
  • Glare and Contrast Sensitivity
  • ... and more
We sponsor symposia and industry-sanctioned events on UV-related subjects around the world, which often yield published White Papers. Additional source information comes from Transitions Optical's sponsored projects and cross-disciplinary initiatives with professional associations, trade groups and patient advocate groups outside of optometry and ophthalmology in key fields such as pediatrics and dermatology.

You will find access to all of these materials in this continually updated section. Transitions Optical is committed to producing innovative, informative, and relevant content that can be used throughout the world.

Browse the selections below and be sure to visit this section again regularly for the latest educational releases.


Factors Impacting Vision Care and Vision Wear of Culturally Diverse Groups: Focus on Hispanics

Contributors: Caleb R. Arias, Latino Health Access; Liany Elba Arroyo, National Council of La Raza; Emilio Balius, OD; Robert Feinfield, MD; Reyna Hernandez, OD; Lloyd Holness, optician; Madeline Romeu, OD, FAAO; Hector Santiago, OD, PhD, FAAO
2007

This consensus paper addresses obstacles in providing quality vision care and vision wear to the U.S. Hispanic population, summarizing discussions held at a professional roundtable event supported by Transitions on April 30 in Washington, D.C. Authors of the paper share practical tips for overcoming language barriers and advice for how to better relate to Hispanic patients on a culturally competent and clinically informed level. The paper concludes with key strategies that eyecare professionals and the industry can embrace to make a positive change for the eye health of Hispanics.

Addressing the Need for Education on the Value of Vision Care Plans

Contributors: Matt Cockrell; Susan Cox; Bill Hately, OD; Todd Kimball, OD; John Lahr, OD; Bernard Rubin, OD; Robert Stein; MA; John Thorp
2007

This consensus paper summarizes the discussions from the National Association of Vision Care Plans (NAVCP) Member Medical Advisor roundtable, sponsored by Transitions Optical on April 18, 2007. The paper explores the challenge of educating consumers on the value of vision care plans, reinforcing the need to elevate eye care as an important aspect of overall health and wellness. The paper includes an overview of the presentations delivered during the roundtable - discussing the consumer-driven health care trend and highlighting participant observations - and concludes with recommendations for achieving a higher level of awareness.

Healthy Sight Counseling and Children

Contributors: Siret D. Jaanus, PhD; Mark J. Lustig, MD, PhD; Madeline Romeu, OD; Susan Stenson, MD, FACS; Sol S. Zimmerman, MD
2007

While Healthy Sight Counseling is a methodology that can be applied to patients of all ages, certain aspects of healthy sight - such as the need for UV and trauma protection - are especially important for children. This clinical review paper provides eyecare professionals with a blueprint to achieve healthy sight in practice through comprehensive vision care, the appropriate selection of vision wear and patient and practitioner education. The paper represents a collaborative effort on the part of a panel of experts in vision and child care - including an ophthalmologist, a pediatric ophthalmologist, an optometrist, a pediatrician and an ophthalmic educator.

Ocular Effects Associated With Medications

Siret D. Jaanus, PhD
2006

This clinical review paper, developed by a noted, ocular pharmacologist and textbook author, raises awareness of potential ocular side effects of many common medications as part of Healthy Sight Counseling. A diverse Editorial Advisory Board, consisting of respected ophthalmologists and optometrists, reviewed the paper to ensure relevance to the widest range of eyecare practitioners.

Healthy Sight Counseling: An Integrated Approach to Healthy Sight

Susan Stenson, MD
2005

This paper, authored by Susan Stenson, esteemed educator and researcher and Transitions Optical Global Medical Director, provides a thorough introduction to the Healthy Sight Counseling methodology. It advocates incorporating quality of vision and ocular health concerns to generate a "customized eyeglass prescription," through its three components of Vision Care, Vision Wear, and Education.

Beyond 20/20: Contrast Sensitivity, Glare, and Quality of Vision

Susan Stenson, MD, and Denis Fisk
2004

This paper addresses the question of what truly constitutes good or normal vision, considering both quantity of vision, as measured by Snellen acuity, as well as quality of vision, which factors in both contrast sensitivity and glare.

A Focus on Children's Quality of Vision: Factors Affecting Eyeglass Lens Preferences

Madeline Romeu, OD, and Susan Stenson, MD
2004

This paper presents the findings of a community-based study which explored factors that affected eyeglass lens preferences among children. Nearly 9 out of 10 children preferred Transitions lenses over regular, clear lenses when factors such as visual comfort and peer acceptance were considered. Parents of the children were also surveyed, and the results are included in this paper.

The Benefits of Early Ocular UV Protection in Children: An Overview

Steven Lichtenstein, MD
2004

This paper raises awareness of the need for ocular protection in children, covering the correlation of UV exposure to incidences of ocular conditions later in life.

The Effects of Ultraviolet and Visible Light on the Eye

Contributors: Paula Newsome, OD; Madeline Romeu, OD; Mary Seguiti, optician; Susan Stenson, MD; and Wael Yassein, optician.
2004

This paper examines a number of factors that can impact patients' eye health and vision, including exposure to UV radiation and glare. It explores research into the consequences of unprotected exposure to the sun, and discusses how Transitions lenses can protect vision and eye health.

Enhancements to Quality of Vision with Photochromic lenses and Anti-reflective Coating

Kenneth Scherick, OD
2004

This paper presents the findings of a clinical research study that explored patient preference for lenses that offer glare protection. Patients preferred Transitions lenses with AR-coating over clear lenses with AR-coating for visual comfort and daily activities.

A Multidisciplinary Approach Challenging Current Thinking on UV and Glare

Contributors: Stephen Brunton, MD; Kenji Hamada, OD; Adelaide Hebert, MD; Richard Judelsohn, MD; Steven Lichtenstein, MD; Paula Newsome, OD; Knut Stamnes, PhD; Susan Stenson, MD
2003

This consensus paper is the result of a roundtable convened by Transitions Optical which included ophthalmologists, optometrists, and a range of optical and non-optical medical professionals and researchers. It advocates a multi-disciplinary approach to UV and glare education and public outreach efforts to increase awareness.

Light, Sight and Photochromics

Contributors: Christopher Baldy, PhD; Vivienne Greenstein, PhD; Karen Holopigian, PhD; William Seiple, PhD; Susan Stenson, MD.
2002

This monograph focuses on the latest research in vision-related quality of life, and details an independent study conducted at New York University in which patients evaluated their visual experiences wearing Transitions lenses versus regular, clear lenses.
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