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Case Study: PRS High-Risk Patient Uses HOME2 to Avoid Vision Loss
A 52-year-old glaucoma suspect combined genetic risk testing with daily HOME2 monitoring and caught pressure spikes months before structural damage appeared. Here's the timeline.
How MyEyes Shares Home IOP Data with Your Ophthalmologist
Collecting readings is only half the job. Here's how MyEyes formats, annotates, and delivers HOME2 data so your doctor can plug it straight into their EHR without extra clicks.
Will Insurance Cover iCare HOME2? Billing, FSA/HSA, and Financing Guide
Patients often ask whether at-home tonometry qualifies for insurance reimbursement. Here's the latest on coverage, prescription requirements, FSA/HSA use, and payment plans through MyEyes.
SLT, Drops, or Surgery? How to Choose Your Next Step with Real Data
Hitting a pressure plateau can leave glaucoma patients wondering what to do next. Here's a side-by-side look at medications, selective laser trabeculoplasty, and MIGS options — and how home IOP data guides the decision.
Nighttime Eye Pressure Spikes: Why HOME2 Captures What Clinics Miss
More than half of glaucoma patients experience their highest eye pressures outside of office hours. Here's how iCare HOME2 monitoring uncovers hidden nighttime spikes and gives doctors data they can act on.
What Is a Polygenic Risk Score (PRS) Test for Glaucoma?
A new genetic test analyzes 2.5 million DNA variants to estimate your personal glaucoma progression risk. Learn what PRS testing is, who should consider it, and how it can guide treatment decisions.
IOP Measurement: Why It Matters for Glaucoma Care
Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible vision loss, and IOP measurement plays a central role in its detection and management. Over four million people in the United States have glaucoma, with nearly half unaware of the condition (Glaucoma Research Foundation). Measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) helps doctors identify risk early, track how glaucoma changes over […]
Intraocular Pressure Testing for Glaucoma Treatment and Monitoring
In glaucoma care, intraocular pressure testing plays a central role in guiding treatment decisions. Eye doctors rely on repeated pressure tests to determine whether medications are working, whether adjustments are needed, and how aggressively the disease should be managed over time. While IOP measurement explains what eye pressure is and how it’s measured, intraocular pressure […]
Rebound vs. Air Puff Tonometry – Common Ways to Measure IOP
Measuring eye pressure, known as intraocular pressure (IOP), is one of the most important parts of a routine eye exam. Eye care professionals use tonometry to measure this quickly and painlessly. Two of the most common methods are rebound vs. air puff tonometry. Both tests help detect glaucoma early, but they work differently: one uses […]
How Is Eye Pressure Measured?
Measuring eye pressure, or intraocular pressure (IOP), is the first step in detecting glaucoma. The process, known as tonometry, uses specialized instruments to measure the pressure inside your eye quickly and painlessly. Key Takeaways Types of Tonometry Tests Eye doctors use several types of tonometry to measure eye pressure. Each method works a little differently […]
Glaucoma Symptoms: Spot the Signs Before Vision Loss
Glaucoma is often misunderstood. But one thing is sure: it’s a leading cause of blindness worldwide. Unlike many conditions, glaucoma symptoms may not appear until significant, permanent vision loss has already taken place. In the U.S., 4.2 million people have glaucoma, and nearly half don’t know it (Glaucoma Research Foundation). It’s not a single disease, […]
Managing Eye Pressure & Stress – Proactive Glaucoma Care
This is a curated transcript from the MyEyes Webinar held on September 10th, 2025, titled:“Managing Eye Pressure & Stress: Proactive Glaucoma Care.” During the event, glaucoma specialists answered dozens of live questions from patients and caregivers. This Q&A captures those insights, organized by theme for more straightforward navigation. Personal identifiers and names have been removed, […]
Does Eye Pressure Fluctuate? What Most Glaucoma Patients Miss
The short answer: yes, eye pressure fluctuates. In fact, research shows that 83% of intraocular pressure (IOP) fluctuations happen outside of regular office hours. That means most in-clinic checks miss the pressure changes that matter most. If you’re relying only on in-office measurements to manage glaucoma, you could be missing critical data that affects diagnosis […]
What Is Normal Eye Pressure? Get the Facts
Most people never think about their eye pressure — until something goes wrong. But this one number can reveal a lot about your eye health. More importantly, it can predict your risk of glaucoma — a leading cause of permanent vision loss. According to Allied Eye, between 3 and 6 million people in the U.S. […]
How Often Should You Measure IOP?
By MyEyes With insights from Barbara M. Wirostko, MD, FARVO, a glaucoma specialist Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide. Often called the “silent thief of sight,” it causes vision loss gradually, without warning. The main culprit? Increased eye pressure, also known as intraocular pressure (IOP). That’s why it’s essential to […]
Accuracy of a Handheld Tonometer for IOP Measurement
Key Takeaways Introduction: Understanding the Importance of IOP Measurement If doctors diagnose you with glaucoma or if you are at risk, you must keep track of your eye pressure. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss, and high IOP is a significant risk factor. Traditionally, doctors measure IOP during eye exams. However, […]
Tonometer Questions Answered – IOP & Glaucoma Insights
If your doctor mentioned intraocular pressure (IOP) or you’re at risk for glaucoma, you might have heard of tonometry. A tonometer is core to this process. This essential tool helps detect pressure changes that may signal an underlying eye disease. But how does it work? What do your readings mean? And is the process safe? […]
The Measurement of Intraocular Pressure – Protect Your Vision
Measurement of intraocular pressure is one of the essential tools in modern eye care to protect your eyesight. IOP, or intraocular pressure, refers to the fluid pressure inside your eye. When this pressure becomes too high, it can damage the optic nerve. That can lead to glaucoma, a condition that can cause irreversible vision loss. […]
Understanding Tonometer Eye Pressure Measurement
Measuring eye pressure is one of the most essential things your eye doctor can do to protect your vision. Tonometer eye pressure tests are critical for detecting glaucoma and other severe eye conditions. In this guide, we’ll help you understand intraocular pressure (IOP) and its measurement. We’ll also give you critical insights on precisely what […]
How Eye Pressure Machines Are Changing Glaucoma Treatment
For decades, managing glaucoma meant relying on occasional office visits and snapshots of a patient’s intraocular pressure (IOP). But IOP can change throughout the day—sometimes in dangerous ways. Until recently, with the advent of eye pressure machines, those spikes went undetected. Home-use eye pressure machines are changing that. We’re moving from reactive care to proactive, […]
Glaucoma Treatment Options and How to Take Control
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide, but it doesn’t have to be. With the proper care, people with glaucoma can live whole, active lives. The key lies in early detection and consistent glaucoma treatment. You also now have access to new tools that give you more control over your care, […]
Tonometry – A Beginner’s Guide
Tonometry is a simple, painless test that measures the pressure inside your eyes. It plays a vital role in detecting and treating glaucoma, one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. This beginner-friendly guide covers everything you need to know about tonometry and offers tips on using a handheld tonometer. What Is Tonometry and Why […]
Glaucoma Disease – Don’t Ignore the Symptoms
Glaucoma disease is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. People often call it the “silent thief of sight.” It usually starts without apparent symptoms. Without early detection, it causes slow, irreversible damage to the optic nerve. That’s why early detection is critical. You can manage your eye health by having regular eye exams […]
IOP Testing: A Game-Changer for Glaucoma Care
Intraocular pressure (IOP) is a key risk factor for glaucoma, one of the leading causes of irreversible vision loss. Traditionally, IOP testing only happened during office visits. Unfortunately, that only provides a brief glimpse of a patient’s eye pressure at a time. IOP levels fluctuate throughout the day, and these changes can impact disease progression. […]
Can You Test Eye Pressure from Home?
Monitoring intraocular pressure (IOP) is essential for people at risk of glaucoma and other eye conditions. High IOP can be a risk factor for glaucoma, a disease that damages the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss. Fortunately, you can test eye pressure from home to help manage glaucoma. Traditionally, eye doctors measure eye […]
Empowering Glaucoma Patients with an Eye Pressure Meter
Key Takeaways: Effectively managing glaucoma requires regular IOP testing, but traditional in-office visits provide only limited snapshots of eye pressure. The iCare HOME2 tonometry device revolutionizes glaucoma care by allowing patients to track their eye pressure at home. This eye pressure meter helps detect daily fluctuations, enabling patients and doctors to benefit from real-time data […]
The Role of the Tonometer in Eye Health
Updated November 13, 2025 | Originally published January 6, 2025 You might be asking, What is a Tonometer? Simply, it’s a medical device used to measure intraocular pressure (IOP). Your IOP is the key reading that helps detect and manage glaucoma early. It’s one of the most essential tools in modern eye care because elevated […]
Reducing Eye Pressure Fluctuations with SLT Eye Surgery
Two innovations are transforming the approach to glaucoma care. First, SLT eye surgery is a non-invasive procedure that reduces eye pressure fluctuations. Second, home tonometry helps give doctors and patients a clearer picture of how treatments work. Why are these elements so critical in glaucoma care? Managing eye pressure fluctuations is essential for people living […]
Home Tonometry – Advancing Glaucoma Care
Updated November 13, 2025 | Originally published December 12, 2024 Glaucoma is one of the most common causes of vision loss around the world. It attacks the optic nerve, gradually causing irreversible damage that can lead to blindness if left untreated. Glaucoma progresses without warning signs in its early stages and doesn’t discriminate. Many famous […]
Glaucoma and Eye Pressure – The Key to Preserving Sight
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. This group of eye diseases damages the optic nerve, often without noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss occurs. What many people don’t know is that glaucoma and eye pressure are closely connected. One of the most critical factors in glaucoma management is accurate measurement of […]
Glaucoma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can lead to blindness if left untreated. It occurs when high pressure in the eye, known as intraocular pressure (IOP), damages the optic nerve, which is essential for good vision. Often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” the disease progresses slowly and may not exhibit […]
Intraocular Pressure and Its Impact on Eye Health
Good eye health is essential for protecting your vision. One critical factor often unnoticed is intraocular pressure (IOP), the fluid pressure inside the eye. Eye pressure fluctuations are particularly significant for patients with glaucoma. Understanding intraocular eye pressure and how to measure it is key to preserving your vision. What Is Intraocular Pressure? Your eyes […]
Handheld Tonometer: Measure Eye Pressure from Home Effectively
Initial Draft: December 5, 2024 | Updated December 17, 2025 Early detection and consistent monitoring are the foundation of effective glaucoma care. One of the most critical tools supporting that goal today is the handheld tonometer. Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness and often progresses without pain or noticeable symptoms. Many people don’t […]
Understanding the Importance of Eye Pressure Measurement for Glaucoma Treatment
Introduction Glaucoma and eye pressure are intimately related, and measuring IOP fluctuations is critical in glaucoma care. While helpful, traditional in-office eye pressure measurements provide only a limited snapshot of a patient’s IOP. This leaves significant gaps, primarily as IOP fluctuations, often occurring in the early morning outside office hours, are key contributors to glaucoma […]
Use Cases for IOP Monitoring
Over the past two years, with over 800 patients using the iCare Home2 tonometer, our team has been deeply engaged in understanding the benefits and potential of at-home IOP monitoring. We have been partnering with glaucoma specialists to gain a deeper understanding. We recognize the transformative potential of the IOP measurement data that this technology […]
WEBINAR – The Glaucoma Foundation, Remote IOP Monitoring: Lessons Learned from a Doctor and a Patient
The Glaucoma Foundation Hosts a special patient Webinar with Dr. Barbara Wirostko FARVO and glaucoma patient Rebecca Vilender talk about the benefits of measuring your IOP at home, and how you can access an affordable home-monitoring device. Click here to go directly to The Glaucoma Foundations current webinar page
Glaucoma Care Using Home Tonometry
Here is a great article that looks at the long-term benefits of patients using at-home tonometry to improve glaucoma care. With the expanse of telemedicine and remote monitoring, it seems very natural for patients to seek out diagnostics devices to help them monitor potential problems with their vision more precisely. The additional data captured from […]
WEBINAR
The Glaucoma Foundation Hosts a special patient Webinar with Dr. Barbara Wirostko detailing import aspects of monitoring your Glaucoma with the iCare HOME tonometer and helping to mana Join us Tuesday Evening September 27th at 5pm EST for this special webinar. Click below to register! Register HERE!
Eye pressure checks from home can improve peri-interventional decision-making in glaucoma surgery: Case series
Data captured from an eye pressure check from home using the iCare HOME tonometer device is valuable to a possible treatment path for a Glaucoma patient. The speed of information comes into play as data can be instantly available to the physician to make time-sensitive decisions, thus benefiting the patient immensely with their glaucoma care. […]
SPOTLIGHT on Dr. Wirostko: PharmaVoice 2022 honors her as part of their PharmaVoice 100!
Click HERE to read the full article Spotlight: PharmaVoice.com draws focus on one of the best in the business, Dr. Wirostko and Glaucoma. Like her father, Dr. Emil Wirostko, a uveitis specialist at Columbia University, Dr. Barbara Wirostko says she knew from an early age that she wanted to care for patients and pursue a […]
JOIN US! The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF) is hosting a special webinar featuring Dr. Wirostko and the iCare HOME2 and how this device can help to preserve vision in glaucoma patients.
WEBINAR: (September 27th @ 5:00 Pm EST – Online) Please join The Glaucoma Foundation and MyEYES in a special webinar featuring the important role that an iCare HOME2 can play in preserving vision in Glaucoma Patients. Dr. Wirostko will explain real world data that has directly correlated to treatment paths that she has chosen based […]
SPOTLIGHT on Dr. Wirostko: The John A Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah highlights one of their greatest.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hj5_h4wqdiw Click to Watch if the video doesn’t play Automatically Spotlight: The John A Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah highlights one of their finest in this wonderful spotlight on Dr. Wirostko. A leading Glaucoma specialist, researcher and entrepreneur, Dr. Wirostko excels continually in the field of medicine […]
SPOTLIGHT: TheOphthalmologist.com spotlights Dr. Wirostko in their latest edition of Business and Profession.
We are feel proud to have the talents, specialty and sheer genius of Dr. Wirostko overseeing our medical operations at MyEYES. Her addition to the company has been a blessing to us and all of whom we serve. Her continued research into Glaucoma, and tireless work in that field, continues to break known boundaries of […]
Blood Pressure, Blood Pressure Medications, and Glaucoma: A Conversation With Dr Ruth Williams
MyEYES strives to continually keep our patients updated as to the latest information regarding Glaucoma. This article from Medscape.com highlights the association of Blood pressure, medications and Glaucoma. – C S Epperson, MyEYES. Conclusion from the article: “…An article that was published this year is the focus and springboard for our discussion today. It was […]
AWARDS: Dr. Wirostko Named in the Top 50 Women Leaders in Utah 2022
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A home eye pressure test reliably detects IOP changes in Glaucoma.
MyEYES strives to continually keep our patients updated as to the latest information regarding Glaucoma. This article from the American Academy of Ophthalmology highlights the reliability and effectiveness of the iCare HOME tonometer. – C S Epperson, MyEYES. Conclusion from the article: “…This study demonstrates the utility of home tonometry with the iCare HOME home […]
PODCAST: Measuring Intraocular Pressure at Home with Dr. Elyse McGlumpy
Click here to listen In this episode, Dr. Elyse McGlumphy talks with Dr. Kaleem about her research using iCare Tonometry, an innovative technology for measuring intraocular pressure at home. Dr. Mona Kaleem currently works for Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine as an associate professor of ophthalmology. Shared from Apple Podcast; Diagnosis Glaucoma, Episode 28-2021.
Measure IOP from Home for Improved Glaucoma Treatment
With leaps into Tele-medicine, it’s possible to measure IOP from home using a tonometer. Frequent measurements provide healthcare professionals with more data to new to supplement a patients normal treatment and care path. Home tonometer devices like the iCare HOME and HOME2 let patients reliably measure IOP anytime and anywhere. A portable tonometer works specifically […]
PODCAST, EYETUBE: Listen to Dr. Barbara Wirostko (UUMORAN-FARVO), discuss clinical collaboration. And learn from a long-time Patients’ perspective on home monitoring.
Click here to listen Richie Kahn, MPH, a clinical researcher and patient advocate, leads a discussion between physicians and patients on the use and value of home monitoring technology in ophthalmology. Kahn, who is also a patient with a rare and progressive form of optic atrophy as well as a clinical trial participant, is joined […]
Eye Pressure Fluctuations Present a Substantial Risk Factor in Glaucoma…
As we continue to learn more information from the HOME2 tonometer and its IOP measurement and data collection, articles addressing eye pressure fluctuations and their risk have come to light with more influence than ever before. – C EPPERSON, MyEYES LLC. Excerpt from the article on eye pressure fluctuations: In patients with glaucoma with office […]
VIDEO: Advanced at-home monitoring devices make catching and treating diseases earlier, easier.
iCare HOME tonometer sheds new light on old problems.
The Rojas study. A potential “game changer” in the study of IOP data and home monitoring.
This is a fantastic article that details a very unique study looking at the importance of IOP measurement data and how this directly correlates to glaucoma. Abstract from the article: “…There is growing appreciation that IOP fluctuation may contribute to progression…” This original article was available at the American Academy of Ophthalmology 2021
A brief introduction to MyEYES and how we can help bring vital IOP data to treating physicians.
This is a great short video put together for anyone interested in bridging the gap between progressing glaucoma and IOP in patients. Our own Dr. Wirostko put together this short video to give you a brief introduction on how our company can help to bridge the gap in IOP. By using this device and our […]
At-home glaucoma pressure monitoring and MyEYES LLC, how do we connect?
This is a great slideshow put together for The Glaucoma Foundation by our co-founder and chief medical advisor, Dr. Barbara Wirostko, MD FARVO, adjunct professor at the University of Utah Moran Eye Center. Abstract from the article: “…IOP is still the only modifiable risk factor [in glaucoma]. – Wiroskto” “Because of the sheer importance of […]
At-Home IOP monitoring, [the how-to’s & getting started for clinicians]
This is a great quick-start guide for clinicians seeking to find a solution for home IOP monitoring. Here, the iCare HOME shines as the only at home monitor for IOP that requires no specialized training or anesthetic drops. This can help you help your patients find the best treatment paths to preserve vision based on […]
Home Self-Tonometry Trials compared with Clinic Tonometry in Patients with Glaucoma [Game Changer!]
MyEYES continually strives to update our patients on the latest information regarding Glaucoma. This article about self-tonometry could be a potential game changer for the Eye Industry, especially the Glaucoma Specialists, in how they view their patients’ IOP fluctuations and the importance of capturing that vital data 24/7. Thus, it could influence their treatment protocols […]
PODCAST: Listen to Dr. Barbara Wirostko, MD as she shares her extensive medical background and how this enables her to help her patients with Dr. John Shufeldt.
Dr. John Shufeldt is an emergency physician by avocation and entrepreneur at heart. He is an author, serial student, pilot and multidisciplinary entrepreneur, who has founded and operated several multi-million-dollar businesses. Each week join John, one of the nation’s leading medical entrepreneurs, as he interviews other physicians who have successfully started their own businesses. Recently […]
IOP Tests from Home: What it can tell us (Glaucoma Research Foundation)
MyEYES, LLC Founder Barbara Wirostko, M.D., recently shared the benefits of IOP tests from home in a piece featured in Glaucoma Research Foundation. Excerpt from the article: IOP is the key risk factor for glaucoma development and progression. We know that IOP fluctuates constantly, between doctor’s visits, with exercise, during sleep, and even throughout the day. Very much […]
MyEyes Founder, Barbara Wirostko, MD, Shares the Benefits for At-Home IOP Monitoring Devices with MIGS Unplugged
Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed, MD, FRCSC, and Arsham Sheybani, MD, sit down with Barbara Wirostko, MD, to discuss the potential for at-home IOP monitoring devices. Particularly, Dr. Wirostko discusses the iCare Home (iCare) and how to best lower the accessibility barriers for the patients most in need.
Bringing IOP Measurements Home
Interview with Barbara Wirostko, MD, FARVO Glaucoma Today – September/October 2021 GT: Can you tell us about MyEyes and its founding?Dr. Barbara Wirostko: MyEyes was founded by three individuals passionate about glaucoma: a patient, a glaucoma specialist (myself), and an ophthalmic technician. We saw how information about IOP fluctuations could inform clinical decision-making and quickly […]
MyEyes Co-Founders, Barbara Wirostko, MD and Paul Margolis featured for GRF, “Home Tonometry: An Easy Way to Track Your IOP”
MyEyes Co-Founders, Barbara Wirostko, MD and Paul Margolis, were recently invited to speak to the Glaucoma Foundation as part of the featured presentation, “Home Tonometry: An Easy Way to Track Your IOP”.
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