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Ophthalmic Teaching event- CAIRS

Date: 2/10/2024 (AEST)

Venue: 40 Newcomen St, Newcastle NSW 2300

Provider: Eye Specialists – Kotara

Contact: Amanda Banfield, [E] amanda@eyespecialists.net.au, [P] 02 49408255

Activity Outline

Eye Specialists would like to host an educational event for the local Optometrists to discuss a new CAIRS procedure that Dr Singh has started performing along with re-educating on LASIK procedures, corneal conditions and graft surgery. 

There will be 4 separate speakers, each taking 30 minutes to discuss their lecture along with informative clips, MCQ and time for any questions. 

Learning Objectives

  • Learn about the new CAIRS procedure and the benefits it provides for keratoconus patients.
  • Develop a better understanding on the procedure LASIK, the post operative care and which patients could be suitable for this procedure.
  • Develop a better understanding on managing cornea conditions through therapeutic conditions and surgical procedures.
  • Developing a better understanding on Dry Eye. How to manage the condition and treatments options.

Max CPD hours awarded: 2

Session Information

Name
CAIRS procedure
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5
Name
All things LASIK
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5
Name
Managing Cornea Conditions
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5
Name
Managing and Treating Dry Eye
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.