Mastering ortho-K: A 6-step guide

Mastering ortho-K: A 6-step guide

Registration link: https://lms.optometry.org.au/course/view.php?id=724

Activity Outline

This webinar presents a comprehensive guide for optometrists squeezed into 1 hour, starting with the fundamentals of orthokeratology, patient selection, and education. The presentation progresses through advanced diagnostics, custom lens fitting, and managing complex cases, emphasising practical, real-world applications.

Followed by:

Contact lens comfort in the digital age - Navigating the impact of digital eye strain on contact lens wearers

Alcon optometrist Megan Zabell will discuss the current understanding of digital eye strain and how digital eye strain may present for our contact lens patients. This presentation will explore which contact lens factors to consider to improve comfort and how optometrists may address digital eye strain symptoms in contact lens wearers. 

Learning Objectives

• Understand the history, principles, and evolution of ortho-K, including its benefits and limitations
• Identify ideal candidates for ortho-K and effectively communicate the process and expectations to patients
• Use corneal topography and other diagnostic tools to assess suitability for ortho-K and understand different corneal shapes
• Customise ortho-K lens design and fitting and address common fitting challenges
• Manage complex fits through advanced techniques and learn from real-world case studies
• Understand the importance of follow-up care, learn to identify and manage complications, and develop long-term care strategies for ortho-K patients
• Identify common symptoms and causes of digital eye strain
• Recall evidence-based interventions to improve digital eye strain
• Describe the technology of Alcon’s water surface lenses, how they differ from other contact lens materials and how it may benefit contact lens wearers who use digital devices

Max CPD hours awarded: 2

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