As 20/20’s resource for education, Pro to Pro is the evolution of CE Plus, combined to share ideas and how-tos from our pros to our pro readers. Pro to Pro’s objective is to provide relevant and thought-provoking learning and educational articles and information for ophthalmic professionals. As a tribute to Pro to Pro, here is a sample of what our pros offered.
–Linda Conlin
Measurement – PD, Height and Tilt
April 2013
In April 2013, CE Plus debuted, offering supplementary editorial insight to 20/20’s continuing education courses, and encompassed resources, practical how-tos and quick takeaways for opticians’ everyday demands. The first article explained essential fitting elements with tips for measuring children.
Introducing Pro to Pro
January 2017
In January 2017, 20/20 rebranded CE Plus as Pro to Pro, providing shared learning, knowledge and educational information for optical professionals by optical professionals. The first article explains progressive lens design and offers fitting tips and new frame fitting technology.
Somebody Pinch Me!
March 2018
In January 2018, 20/20 and Pro to Pro welcomed Deborah Kotob, ABOM, as Director of education and Training Development. In Deborah’s first Pro to Pro column, she presents an energy and excitement in bringing news, education and training, from optician to optician.
Doing the Math for Haiti
March 2018
Pro to Pro follows an optician on a mission to provide eyewear for the needy in Haiti. There was no optometrist or ophthalmologist, only one optician and hundreds of people in need of vision care.
Refreshing the Dispensary
June 2019
Pro to Pro welcomed our own Ms. Specs in the City advice columnist Laurie Pierce, ABOM, in June 2019. Here, Ms. Specs gives advice on refreshing the dispensary, including decor, frame displays and background music.
Eyewear Fogging and Masks
July/August 2020
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Ms. Specs answers a reader’s question about how to prevent eyeglass fogging while wearing a face mask. Ms. Specs graded 10 remedies for fogging with different frame styles and conducted her own experiments in creative ways.
Pro to Pro Tips: Easy Ways to the Consumer’s Heart
February 2023
In February 2023, Pro to Pro Tips debuted with tips and trends to educate opticians. Here are five tips for understanding what eyewear consumers want.
Interview with Eyewear Creator Luke Mills
March 15, 2023
Ms. Specs interviews Luke Mills, creator of handmade bespoke frames. Mills shares his journey from eyewear collector to designer of unique and custom frames.
