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Eye Surgery in the time of COVID-19 Pandemic

Date: 29/04/2020

Venue: Zoom , VIC, 3143

Provider: Armadale Eye Clinic

Contact: Anton Van Heerden, [E] anton.vanheerden@eyeandear.org.au, [P] 0457857606

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the benefits of SMILE surgery
  • Know the indications and limitations of SMILE surgery
  • Understand the treatment mechanism of selective laser trabeculoplasty and discuss findings from the LiGHT trial
  • Identify the currently available micro-trabecular MIGS devices in Australia and discuss the evidence-base behind these devices
  • Recognise the difference between pathological v physiological vitreous opacities
  • Understand the surgical options available for patients
  • Recognise significant peri-ocular pathology
  • Know when to refer suspicious peri-ocular skin lesions

Max points awarded: 6.00

Session Information

Name
SMILE surgery
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50
Name
Glaucoma update: Whats hot and what's not?
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
Yes
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50
Name
Floaters: Differential diagnosis and management
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50
Name
Peri-ocular skin lesions- the good, bad and ugly
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.5

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.