Target IOP -Glaucoma Awareness Month

Ever wonder how to set the right target IOP for your glaucoma patients? 🌟 Dr. Valentina Lozano, a glaucoma specialist in sunny Los Angeles, breaks it down as we begin to wrap up #Glaucoma Awareness Month. She emphasizes starting with a target #IOP 20-30% lower than the patient’s baseline and tailoring it based on the severity of their glaucoma. Using the Hodapp-Parrish-Anderson criteria as a framework, here’s a quick guide: 👉 Mild glaucoma: Aim for less than18 mmHg 👉 Moderate glaucoma: Target less than15 mmHg 👉 Advanced glaucoma: Keep it under 12 mmHg Dr. Lozano reminds us that target IOPs aren’t static—they evolve with each patient’s journey. It’s all about staying proactive and adjusting as needed. Tag a colleague or share your go-to strategies for managing glaucoma! #Eyecare #Optometry #Ophthalmology