SAN FRANCISCO — Ophthalmic institutions can help reduce their overall carbon emissions by changing their service design, according to a speaker at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.
Thulasiraj Ravilla, MBA, said eye care centers should take measures to reduce their carbon footprint, such as replacing energy-guzzling equipment and making arrangements to use solar or wind power. However, the actual medical program can be designed in a way to improve environmental impact while making the experience better for patients.
“We design our services with consciously closing the