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Beyond the Basics: Managing Complex Cataract, Glaucoma and Retinal Challenges

Date: 1/09/2025 (AEST)

Venue: Box Hill RSL Club, VIC, 3128

Provider: Inner East Eye Surgeons

Contact: Jonathan Kam, [E] jkam@eyesurgeon.com.au, [P] 03 8518 0300

Activity Outline

Inner East Eye Surgeons is please to present three clinical talks on the latest treatments in the areas of cataract, AMD, and glaucoma.  The following talks will be given by ophthalmologists Dr Jonathan Kam, Dr Nicholas Cheng, and Dr William Tao, and will provide optometrists an opportunity to update themselves in these areas.

- Complex cataract cases - When its not just another cataract

- Intravitreal Complement Inhibitors – Where are we at?

- Cataract, MIGS, and the Modern Glaucoma Algorithm: Practical Insights and Experiences 

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the assessment of the cataract in order to determine its risks
  • Describe ultrasound work up for cataract when there is poor view of the fundus
  • Explain the causes of zonular laxity and how it affects surgery and potential outcomes
  • Discuss the causes of aniridia and potential adjunct treatments for iris repair/prothesis during cataract surgery​
  • Describe the indications, benefits, and limitations of iStents (including iStent inject) when combined with cataract surgery in glaucoma patients
  • Compare and contrast the role of Preserflo MicroShunt and trabeculectomy in moderate to advanced glaucoma, including surgical technique pearls and postoperative expectations
  • Discuss patient selection criteria when choosing between MIGS, MicroShunt, or traditional filtering surgery in the context of cataract co-management
  • Explain the mechanism of action of intravitreal complement inhibitors
  • Discuss the trial evidence regarding intravitreal complement inhibitors
  • Discuss the adverse effects of intravitreal complement inhibitors
  • Describe the practical issues regarding intravitreal complement inhibitors
  • Discuss the possible role of intravitreal complement inhibitors in clinical practice

Max CPD hours awarded: 2.25

Session Information

Name
Complex cataract cases - when it's not just another cataract
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.75
Name
Intravitreal Complement Inhibitors – Where are we at?
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.75
Name
Cataract, MIGS, and the Modern Glaucoma Algorithm: Practical Insights and Experiences
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.75

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.