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Cataract in Optometry Practices: Enhancing Patient Management

Available from: 1/11/2025 (AEDT)

Where to publish: www.mieducation.com

Provider: Mivision

Contact: Nikki Byrne, [E] nikki@mivision.com.au, [P] 02 8336 8616

Activity Outline

As global life expectancy rises and patient expectations evolve, demand for cataract surgery and premium visual outcomes continues to grow. As Associate Professor Smita Agarwal notes, with many patients presenting initially in optometric practice, the optometrist’s role has never been more critical.

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the current IOL platforms including toric and premium IOLS and their selection
  • Set expectations for patients undergoing surgery with glaucoma/ diabetes and post refractive surgery
  • Discuss postoperative care and long-term management post-surgery

Max CPD hours awarded: 1.75

Session Information

Name
Cataract in Optometry Practices: Enhancing Patient Management
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
1.25
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1.75

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.