Leonard J. Press OD, FAAO, FCOVD
Press Consulting, PCDr. Leonard J. Press is a graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, and he completed his residency at the college's Eye Institute in Philadelphia. He was recruited to the State University of New York's College of Optometry in New York City, where he served as Chief of the Vision Therapy Service and as an associate professor. He is currently an independent optometric consultant in Lakewood, New Jersey.
Dr. Press is the author of more than 100 articles, 3 textbooks, and 3 monographs. He is a Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD) and a Diplomate of the American Academy of Optometry. He has twice been the recipient of the Scientific Achievement Award from the New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians (NJSOP). Dr. Press has served as President of COVD and of the NJSOP. He is Editor-in-Chief of the journal Vision Development & Rehabilitation.
Recent Contributions to PracticeUpdate:
- Neural Vision Therapy Was Effective in Enhancing BCVA and Contrast Sensitivity in Amblyopia
- Impact of Cylinder Axis on the Treatment for Astigmatic Amblyopia
- Irritable Eye Syndrome: Neuroimmune Mechanisms and Benefits of Selected Nutrients
- Perceptual Learning as a New Approach to Developmental Dyslexia
- Progression of Myopia After Atropine Cessation
- Treating Conjunctivitis: A Good Exam Is the First Step
- 2013 Top Stories in Eye Care: Sports Vision/Vision Therapy
- 2013 Top Stories in Eye Care: Neuro-Ophthalmology
- 2013 Top Stories in Eye Care: Pediatrics
- Comparison of Near Vision, Intraocular Lens Movement, and Depth of Focus with Accommodating and Monofocal Intraocular Lenses