Hunter Street Eye Specialists Optometry Education Seminar 2025
Date: 25/03/2025 (AEDT)
Venue: 2 Macquarie St, Parramatta, https://www.clubparramatta.com.au/, NSW, 2000
Provider: Hunter Street Eye Specialists
Contact: Michelle De Guia, [E] michelle@huntereye.com.au, [P] 02 9635 0663
Activity Outline
Join Hunter Street Eye Specialists’ Ophthalmologists and Associates as they explore critical topics in eye health, from glaucoma risk assessment to cutting-edge dry eye treatments.
Dr. Ridia Lim – The Slippery Slope of Glaucoma
Learn when to worry and when not to, as Dr. Lim navigates key risk factors, differential diagnoses, and best practices for referral.
Dr. Diana Farlow – Interesting Ophthalmic Cases
Gain insights into molluscum contagiosum and idiopathic intracranial hypertension, covering diagnosis, management, and clinical decision-making.
Dr. Peter Sumich – The Confusing Terminology of Presbyopic Lenses
Clarify the evolving terminology, optical principles, and patient selection criteria for multifocal, EDOF, and accommodative lenses.
Dr. Astha Rai – The Booming Business of Dry Eye
Discover the latest diagnostic and treatment innovations, along with strategies to enhance patient care and practice revenue.
Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in clinical excellence and patient management. Register now!
Hunter Street Eye Specialists Optometry Education Seminar 2025
DATE: March 15, 2025
Registration from 5:30PM
Learning Objectives
- Recognize Key Risk Factors & Red Flags – Identify when to be concerned about glaucoma based on IOP, optic nerve changes, visual field defects, and patient history.
- Differentiate Between True Glaucoma & Mimickers – Understand when not to worry by distinguishing physiological cupping, ocular hypertension, and other non-glaucomatous findings.
- Enhance Referral & Management Decisions – Improve clinical judgment on when to monitor, when to refer, and how to educate patients on glaucoma risk, treatment, and follow-up.
- Understand the aetiology, symptoms, clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment of molluscum contagiosum ocular disease.
- Identify common symptoms associated with idiopathic intracranial hypertension.
- Learn the relevant investigations required for diagnosing idiopathic intracranial hypertension.
- Clarify the key terminology used in presbyopic lens technology and its implications for patient communication.
- Differentiate between various types of presbyopic lenses, including multifocal, extended depth of focus (EDOF), and accommodative designs.
- Understand the optical principles behind presbyopic lens function and how they impact visual outcomes.
- Recognize common misconceptions and marketing jargon associated with presbyopic lenses to better inform patient discussions.
- Discuss the advantages, limitations, and patient selection criteria for different presbyopic lens options.
- Understanding the rising prevalence of dry eye and its impact on patient care and business growth.
- Exploring the latest advancements in diagnostic technologies for early and accurate detection.
- Examining innovative treatment options and their role in improving patient outcomes.
- Identifying opportunities for optometrists to expand services and enhance practice revenue.
- Implementing effective patient education and engagement strategies for long-term management.
Max CPD hours awarded: 3
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| The Slippery Slope of Glaucoma: Navigating Risk, Recognition, and Referral |
| 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 |
|---|
| Interesting Ophthalmic Cases: Molluscum Contagiosum & Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension |
| 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 |
|---|
| The confusing terminology of presbyopic lenses |
| 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 |
|---|
| The Booming Business of Dry Eye: Innovations Driving Diagnosis & Treatment |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| Yes |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 0.5 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 0.75 |