Paul B. Freeman OD, FAAO, FOVDR
Chief, Low Vision Rehabilitation Services, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Clinical Professor, University of the Incarnate Word, Rosenberg School of Optometry, San Antonio, TexasDr. Paul B. Freeman is the Chief of Low Vision Rehabilitation Services at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and he provides low vision rehabilitation services at Keystone Blind Association in Hermitage, Pennsylvania, and at Beaver County Association for the Blind in Conway, Pennsylvania. Dr. Freeman is also a Clinical Professor at the University of the Incarnate Word, Rosenberg School of Optometry in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. Freeman’s clinical interests include visual impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual aspects of driving, and learning-related vision problems. He has been an investigator in a number of vision research projects to determine the efficacy of sophisticated low vision devices, to assess the psychological implications of low vision, and to explore the relationship of vision and the learning process.
A Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a Diplomate in Low Vision, Dr. Freeman is also a Fellow of Optometric Vision Development and Rehabilitation Association. He lectures both nationally and internationally and has authored numerous articles and book chapters. Currently, he is Editor-in-Chief of Optometric Clinical Practice.
Recent Contributions to PracticeUpdate:
- Quantifying Fall-Related Hazards in the Homes of Persons With Glaucoma
- Intravitreal Aflibercept for Eyes With Substantial Vision Loss After Laser Photocoagulation for Diabetic Macular Edema
- Pain, Sleep Apnea, and PTSD as Risk Factors for Severe Dry Eye Symptoms in US Veterans
- Outcomes of the VA Low Vision Intervention Trial II
- Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor in Patients With X-Linked Retinoschisis Reduced Cystic-Appearing Macular Lesions and Improved Visual Acuity
- Excimer Laser vs Phakic IOLs for Myopia and Astigmatism
- New Standards of Care in Ischemic Stroke
- Drusen-Like Deposits Common in Young Adults With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Impact of Pseudoexfoliation on Outcomes After Cataract Surgery
- Epiretinal Membrane Affects Postoperative Development of Microcysts and Visual Outcomes