PATIENT UV EDUCATION
Take the Time to Educate Your Patients
take the time to educate your patients
Patients appreciate that you care about the health of their eyes.
Patients want the best care for the present... and the future a
- 82% of survey respondents said the wish they knew more about the impact of ocular UV exposure
- 80% said they wanted to know how to better protect their eyes from UV damage
- 73% said they worry about the impact of UVR on their eyes
Use professional association materials to add credibility to your message
Overcome the fear that you sound like you’re "selling" when you're educating
- Say "I am prescribing..." rather than "I am recommending..." when prescribing any UV-blocking eyewear
Current Resources
UV education materials for you and your patients
Acknowledging the Need for Widespread Education
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