About the Author

Dr. Curtis Akerman obtained his Honours Bachelor of Science degree with minors in chemistry and biology from the University of Waterloo in 1995 and graduated from State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry in New York City in 1999. He has been certified in the therapeutic management of ocular disease, including glaucoma treatments, since he graduated and is licensed to practise full-scope optometry in Ontario.