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As protests continue to take place in cities across the United States in the wake of the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis, MN, police officer, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and other physician groups are stepping up to add their voices to groups calling for an end to racism and discrimination.

Challenges often drive innovation. Amid the current pandemic, an increasing number of Americans are using telehealth services and appear to like it, according to a new survey.

For graduates and residents, the spring of 2020 promised to be a special time as they took the next step in their careers in ophthalmology in the “Year of the Eye.” It has turned out to be memorable for different reasons. 

Reopening practices requires attention to numerous details. As eye care specialists consider re-opening, they have three main challenges that must be overcome to successfully proceed: protect patients, staff, and doctors; project a safe environment; and provide excellent eye care.