AI in Eyecare

Digital vs Traditional Refraction

Why Dr. Elise Kramer Still Reaches for the Manual Phoropter 👓🛠️ Digital refraction might be fast and flashy, but for Dr. Elise Kramer, the manual #phoropter isn’t going anywhere. In this video, she discusses why #retinoscopy remains one of the most valuable and underrated tests in #optometry. Whether it’s spotting subtle changes in vision or picking up early signs of keratoconus, manual refraction still gives her answers that digital tools can miss. Plus, there’s just something about the hands-on control and precision you get with the classics. Watch as Dr. Kramer explains why sometimes, going old-school is the smartest move in the exam lane.

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