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In 2009, AAO established the H. Dunbar Hoskins, Jr., M.D. Center for Quality Eye Care (Hoskins Center). The Hoskins Center is leading in defining quality eye care. Practice guidelines and assessments are based on clinical evidence and expert consensus to assist the clinician in decision-making about treating specific diseases. The goal of the Hoskins Center's and Academy-approved guidelines and assessments is to improve quality of care (PDF 50k). Additional statements provide guidance on topic of interest to the clinician.

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Dry Eye Syndrome PPP - September 2008

Detailed recommendations for the initial evaluation and treatment of a patient with dry eye and a detailed discussion of diagnostic tests.
  • Copyright © 2008 American Academy of Ophthalmology. All rights reserved.
  • Type: Preferred Practice Pattern
    Date: September 2008
    Source: AAO Cornea/External Disease PPP Panel, Hoskins Center for Quality Eye Care
    Compendium Level: I
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