Sathi Maiti, OD
Sathi Maiti, OD is an ocular surface disease fellow at the Periman Eye Institute and primary care optometrist in Seattle, WA. She is a sub-investigator of a number of clinical trials related to dry eye and ocular surface disease. She graduated from the UC Berkeley School of Optometry in 2014 where she studied endothelial cell traits as a NEI research trainee and taught undergraduates human anatomy as a graduate student instructor. She is passionate about issues regarding social justice and is a member of the Optometric Physicians of Washington’s Diversity, Inclusion, and Access taskforce. She volunteers her optometric skills extensively through local organizations like Public Health Reserve Corp, Uplift Northwest, Seattle/King County Clinic, and VOSH-NW. She particularly values education and mentorship, and mentors local high school students interested in eye care through Project InSight. In her free time, she loves to play with her pup Kali, draw, crochet, and embroider, and share her love for all things eyeball-related on her optometry instagram account, follow her at @dr.maitiseyeballsandstuff!
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Eyes On Dry Eye 2022 Highlights: Dry Eye On Demand
Missed Eyes On Dry Eye 2022? You can still catch some of the top sessions from the largest virtual event in dry eye. Access on-demand recordings from more than 15 sessions now!
What Doctors Think About the New Generic of Restasis
Restasis has been a go-to eye drop for dry eye disease for two decades. We interviewed four optometrists to see how they felt about the newly FDA-approved generic version of cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion 0.05%, and this what they had to say.
The Dry Eye Content You Missed at Eyes On 2022
Missed Eyes On 2022? This largest virtual event of the year for ECPs featured some incredible sessions from leaders in the field of dry eye. Access on-demand recordings now.
What Doctors Think About The Vuity Eye Drop for Presbyopia
The first eye drop for presbyopia, Vuity from Allergan, was approved by the FDA in October 2021, and it’s already changing how eyecare practitioners approach presbyopia with their patients.
Top Online Contact Lens Fitting Resources
Contact lens fitting is a major aspect of most OD’s practices. Check out these helpful online—and mostly free—resources to ease and speed up your contact lens fitting process!
Newest Developments in Soft Contact Lenses for 2021
Check out this exciting roundup of the newest changes, developments, and offerings in soft contact lenses for summer 2021!
See For Yourself - Pinhole Optics and Presbyopia
In this talk from Eyes On 2021, Shane Kannarr, OD discusses concepts of looking at the pupil, using the pinhole optics effect, and how the eye’s natural pupil could be used to modulate near vision.
Shifting the Perspective: Presbyopia and Patient Needs in the Modern Age
In this talk from Eyes On 2021, Ben Gaddie, OD, FAAO discusses the reality faced by our presbyopic patients and how better engagement now can lead to better outcomes later.
Why Patients Get Dry Eye from Cosmetic Products
While the rise in popularity of makeup and skincare among all genders and ages has been wonderful for creativity and personal expression, if done improperly can be absolutely devastating for the ocular area and surface. Here's what ODs should know to keep our patients safe (and self-expressing)!
Top Optometry Podcasts for Every Eyecare Practitioner
Need an easy way to keep up on news, innovations, legislation, and other eyecare related topics? Listen to an optometry podcast! Here's a list of this writer's favorites.
The Future of Genetic Testing in Optometry + Report
In 2019, we surveyed 427 optometrists on their knowledge of and opinions on genetic testing in eyecare. Download the free report, and read the commentary from three ODs to learn what you need to know!
Top Clinical Eyecare Phone Apps
With so many options, it can be hard to figure out which optometry app for your smartphone is the best! That's why we put together this list of our favorites.
The Best Contact Lenses of 2020
Here is a quick guide to my favorite contact lenses for 2020. These are my go-to lenses for various patient needs and an update on the newest innovations for the year.
Top 10 Eyecare Instagram Accounts to Follow
Building your social media presence can be daunting, but take some tips from these social media masters to get started right!