Blue River Medical Blog
Industry insights, equipment guides, and expert tips for ophthalmic professionals.
Generic Eye Drop Recalls: Why You Don't Know What Your Patients Are Using
Millions of bottles of generic artificial tears have been recalled since 2023 due to contamination and sterility failures. Here is what eye care practices need to know — and how to guide patients to safer options.
Read MoreUnderstanding Visual Field Testing: A Simple Guide for Practice Owners
Visual field testing is a foundational diagnostic tool in eye care. This guide explains what visual field testing is, how it works, and how it fits into modern optometry and ophthalmology workflows.
Read MoreiCare EIDON vs DRSplus: Which Fundus Camera Is Right for Your Practice?
Comparing the iCare EIDON and DRSplus fundus cameras? Both offer TrueColor confocal imaging but serve different clinical needs. Here is how to choose the right one for your practice.
Read MoreAI Grading of Diabetic Retinopathy: What a Major Screening Study Means for Modern Retinal Imaging
A large UK screening study shows that AI can detect vision-threatening diabetic retinopathy on EIDON images with the same safety as traditional fundus photography—highlighting the future of scalable, AI-assisted eye care.
Read MoreiCare IC100 vs IC200: Which Tonometer Is Right for Your Practice?
Both the iCare IC100 and IC200 use patented rebound technology for fast, comfortable IOP measurement without anesthesia or air. Here is how to choose the right one for your practice.
Read MoreHow to Choose a Phoropter for Your Exam Lane: Manual vs Digital Refraction
Choosing between a manual and digital phoropter for your exam lane? Here is what eye care practices need to know about refraction systems, workflow, and what Reichert offers.
Read MoreWhat Is Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) in Eye Care?
Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is an emerging technology in eye care that uses specific wavelengths of light to support ocular health. This guide explains what LLLT is, how it works, and how it fits into modern eye care practices.
Read MoreHow Section 179 Can Help Your Practice Afford New Ophthalmic Equipment in 2026
Section 179 allows eye care practices to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment in the year it is placed in service. Here is how it works and how to use it before the deadline.
Read MoreRebound Tonometry vs Air Puff Tonometry: What Is the Difference?
Rebound tonometry and air puff tonometry both measure intraocular pressure, but they work very differently. Here is what eye care practices need to know when choosing between the two.
Read MoreAmniotic Membrane Therapy in Eye Care: What Practices Need to Know
Amniotic membrane therapy is used in eye care for ocular surface conditions including dry eye, corneal injuries, and post-surgical healing. Here is what practices need to know about amniotic membranes.
Read MoreOphthalmic Equipment Sales and Service in Colorado: What Eye Care Practices Should Know
Blue River Medical provides ophthalmic and optometric equipment sales, installation, and service to eye care practices across Colorado. Here is what practices in the state need to know.
Read MoreOpening a New Eye Care Practice? Here Is the Equipment You Need for Your First Exam Lane
Opening a new optometry or ophthalmology practice? Here is a practical guide to the essential equipment you need to equip your first exam lane and get your practice running.
Read MoreWhat to Look for When Buying Used Ophthalmic Equipment
Buying used ophthalmic equipment can be a smart way to reduce costs, but there are important factors to evaluate before you purchase. Here is what eye care practices need to know.
Read MoreWhat Is Corneal Topography and When Does Your Practice Need It?
Corneal topography maps the surface of the cornea in detail, supporting contact lens fitting, keratoconus detection, and surgical planning. Here is what eye care practices need to know.
Read MoreBe the Doctor, Not the Salesperson
Eye doctors can recommend dry eye products and cash-pay care without pressure. Start with the exam, explain the plan and costs, and make the next step easier.
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