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Continuing Education in Eyecare HCF

Date: 11/04/2019

Venue: HCF House, 403 George St Sydney, NSW, 2000

Provider: Vision Eye Institute

Contact: Monica Lette, [E] monica.lette@visioneyeinstitute.com.au, [P] 0432759015

Learning Objectives

  • 1. To better understand the changes of keratoconus in patients as they age 2. To better understand what treatment is appropriate for patients based on their degree of keratoconus and age
  • 1. To understand the differential diagnosis of sudden visual loss. 2. To understand the urgency of referral required and patient management options, including treatment the optometrist can initiate.
  • 1. Identify who is suitable and not suitable for refractive & cataract surgery 2. Dealing with postoperative problems after refractive surgery

Max points awarded: 4.50

Session Information

Name
Keratoconus: from young to old
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
Yes
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50
Name
Sudden Visual Loss
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
Yes
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50
Name
The Optometrist's Role in Refractive & Cataract Surgery
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50

NameActivity TypeTherapeutic?Manufacturer/
Supplier?
Points for attending &
Passing Assessment
Keratoconus: from young to oldFace to Face with AssessmentYesNo1.50
Sudden Visual LossFace to Face with AssessmentYesNo1.50
The Optometrist's Role in Refractive & Cataract SurgeryFace to Face with AssessmentNoNo1.50

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.