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ACO Webinar 1 2019 : Case Studies - 4 of the best from our online Certificate Courses

Date: 7/02/2019

Venue: ACO, 374 Cardigan St, Carlton, VIC, 3053

Provider: Australian College of Optometry

Contact: Liz Salvatore, [E] cpd@aco.org.au, [P] 03 9349 7477

Learning Objectives

  • List the clinical criteria that should be considered when prescribing a mini-scleral contact lens for a patient who has undergone a keratoplasty or when evaluating the fit of a mini-scleral contact lens on a corneal graft.
  • Understand the increased risks of cataract surgery for OAG patients, the contraindications of various glaucoma medications and the possible complications of ocular allergy on glaucoma therapy.
  • Explain the steps that should be taken to further investigate any disparity between visual field and optic nerve appearance or a lack of documented progression in a glaucoma patient
  • Understand the epidemiology, aetiology, complications of myopia and the relative efficacy of each intervention to slow the progression of the condition in children.

Max points awarded: 3.00

Session Information

Name
Webinar 1: Case Studies - 4 of the best from our online Certificate Courses
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
Yes
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
3.00

NameActivity TypeTherapeutic?Manufacturer/
Supplier?
Points for attending &
Passing Assessment
Webinar 1: Case Studies - 4 of the best from our online Certificate CoursesFace to Face with AssessmentYesNo3.00

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.