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    ODs wanted to write for OptiCourier Magazine

    If there are any ODs out there who are interested in writing for OptiCourier Magazine (www.opticourier.com), then please let me know.

    We are very flexible with editorial content and have many contributors who are regulars on OptiBoard.

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    OD's ONLY??

    Quote Originally Posted by ICare ECP View Post
    If there are any ODs out there who are interested in writing for OptiCourier Magazine (www.opticourier.com), then please let me know.
    I surfed your site and found 50-75% of the topics in your current issue seem to deal with opticianry topics. Indeed, what do OD's know (or care) about topics such as 'The lost art of soldering'?

    Why ask for OD's to contribute rather than anyone from the three (3) O's?

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    O.D.'s needed to write scripts for opticians to fill. Should not have time for such diversions.

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    The idea is to broaden the appeal a bit. I would love to have a few more Dr.'s lending thier expertice;)

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    I think it's a credibility game. Without an OD, then this journal would have only an audience it now has. It cannot expand out of that. There is only so much you can say about the mechanics of lenses and frames. Maybe this journal is trying to position itself as a vehicle for optician refractions?

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    Opticourier has OD's that already write for the magazine, as well as Ophthalmic Techs, Opticians, Optometric Techs, Contact Lens Fitters. Their is a position for an OD to keep a good balance in the magazine. Their is no agenda and Jeff the publisher is so lax with the topics and the format, that I can't possibly see an agenda behind his approach. The idea is to create a great magazine, not just fluff and I think one more great OD would fit in nicely.
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    Quote Originally Posted by npdr View Post
    I think it's a credibility game. Without an OD, then this journal would have only an audience it now has. It cannot expand out of that. There is only so much you can say about the mechanics of lenses and frames. Maybe this journal is trying to position itself as a vehicle for optician refractions?

    Harry, myself and many others on Optiboard write for this magazine and have done so for quite a while and have a good relationship with Jeff Smith (the owner and editor). No one is "looking for credibility". The magazine is for the general interest of the eye care community and part of that community are OD's. Your right there is only so much that can be said abou the mechanics of lenses...enough to fill volumes of books!!!:hammer:

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    Quote Originally Posted by OPTIDONN View Post
    Your right there is only so much that can be said abou the mechanics of lenses...enough to fill volumes of books!!!:hammer:


    Naw...you can fit all you need to know on the side of a corncob pipe. Us opticians don't need all that high faluting lens stuff.

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    Quote Originally Posted by npdr View Post
    Maybe this journal is trying to position itself as a vehicle for optician refractions?
    I know this is not the issue. Most GOOD opticians already know how to refract.
    Paul:cheers:

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    Quote Originally Posted by ziggy View Post
    I know this is not the issue. Most GOOD opticians already know how to refract.
    Are you one of those?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gary View Post
    Could you guys stay on topic though ?

    :cheers:

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    Quote Originally Posted by npdr View Post
    Are you one of those?
    Sounds to me like some one might be worried:D . As far as general topics etc. we (as writers) have tried to inculde as much as we can. Topics include frames, news, optics, equipment, sale and management, dispensing, contacts these are just to name a few. In regards to having an OD write he/she could cover what ever topics that they feel generate interest. Jeff (owner/editor) is very laid back and is a whole lot of fun to write for. I think the goal is to have all ECP's find Opticourier of use, and interesting. We do get paid but that's between the writers and Jeff. To be honest I think drk would be a good addition . And just to clear this up. Not all magazines are created equal! Most go out of thier way to please the advertisers, so much so that the end result is crap. Others are so heavily edited they really don't even need any writers! Opticourier does need to make the advertisers happy but the big focus is on being respected by ECP's.

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    Quote Originally Posted by npdr View Post
    Are you one of those?
    Yes I am. Thanks for asking.
    Paul:cheers:

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    Refraction by opticians

    Just a curiosity,

    1. How often do you it on a daily basis?
    2. What do you do when the vision is less than 20/30 or 20/40?
    3. Do you refract for the purpose of spectacle lenses?
    4 Do you do it independently or do it in collaboration with either an ophthalmologist or optometrist?
    5. How do you know that the refraction is satisfactory?

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    Quote Originally Posted by npdr
    Just a curiosity,

    1. How often do you it on a daily basis?
    2. What do you do when the vision is less than 20/30 or 20/40?
    3. Do you refract for the purpose of spectacle lenses?
    4 Do you do it independently or do it in collaboration with either an ophthalmologist or optometrist?
    5. How do you know that the refraction is satisfactory?
    Why don't you ask the opticians in your state. I hope they get what they want. ;)
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    Quote Originally Posted by npdr View Post
    Just a curiosity,

    1. How often do you it on a daily basis?
    2. What do you do when the vision is less than 20/30 or 20/40?
    3. Do you refract for the purpose of spectacle lenses?
    4 Do you do it independently or do it in collaboration with either an ophthalmologist or optometrist?
    5. How do you know that the refraction is satisfactory?
    What is the purpose of these questions? are you trying to determine if he is capable of refraction? I know Paul and I tell you he sure is. Now there are alot of things that you don't know about lens design so lets not turn this into a stupid p*****g match. Pony up contact Jeff and start writing...think you can ;)? You might like it:D

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    Seeing how things are going, I have a suggestion.

    I would suggest that Jeff/Opticourier just skip over the ODs and go right to the MDs. Just like Opticians, MDs seem to be real secure in what there role in the three O's is. I am sure they could add a lot of true insight into the medical aspect of eyecare. They may even have more time to devote to writing and adding to the knowledge base.


    This is certainly not OD bashing. I have respect for SOME ODs.

    But, if Jeff wants a more medical angle to the optical business, maybe he should be knocking on another door.



    ;)

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    You know thats not a bad idea Fezz. I know that there has been some interest from OD's about Jeff's add and there is one OD writing now and have had a few in the past, but having an MD could be pretty interesting

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    Quote Originally Posted by OPTIDONN View Post
    What is the purpose of these questions? are you trying to determine if he is capable of refraction? I know Paul and I tell you he sure is. Now there are alot of things that you don't know about lens design so lets not turn this into a stupid p*****g match. Pony up contact Jeff and start writing...think you can ;)? You might like it:D
    On the contrary, the questions are not about what you know but how and why something is done. I don't think these questions are provocative at all. Why do you think they are?

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    Redhot Jumper OD participation......................

    Quote Originally Posted by ICare ECP View Post
    If there are any ODs out there who are interested in writing for OptiCourier Magazine (www.opticourier.com), then please let me know.
    This shown openness to print articles from all domains of the optical retail.
    So far I have seen mostly negative comments which does not show any progressive thinking of learning more about the profession. :hammer:

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    Quote Originally Posted by npdr View Post
    On the contrary, the questions are not about what you know but how and why something is done. I don't think these questions are provocative at all. Why do you think they are?
    Because I'm paranoid;) . Seriously doc you should consider writing. It really is alot of fun, Jeff is very very laid back! and every one is great. I think you should consider it:D

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