Myopia management and multifocal contact lenses for presbyopia
Date: 12/11/2025 ()
Venue: Darling & Co, 157 Given Tce, Paddington, QLD, 4064
Provider: Cornea & Contact Lens Society of Australia
Contact: CCLSA Secretary, [E] info@cclsa.org.au, [P] 02 9431 8676
Activity Outline
Myopia in the Modern Era- This presentation will begin with a concise overview of myopia, emphasizing the growing global concern and the critical need to prioritize myopia progression control in clinical practice. Attendees will be guided through the full spectrum of current myopia management options, including the latest research and evidence supporting each approach. Real-world case studies will be presented to illustrate clinical decision-making and outcomes. Finally, the session will provide a practical, step-by-step guide for successfully implementing myopia control strategies within a clinical setting.
Myopia management and multifocal contact lens mash-up- The myopia wave is upon us – should we be hopeful or fearful? This presentation says the former, with caveats. And are presbyopes and contact lenses a match made in Heaven or Hades? Just what have we learned from tackling this unique challenge and how does that translate into the real world of ladies who lunch and grumpy 50-something blokes?
Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance of early myopia intervention by reviewing the latest data on the prevalence, progression, and long-term risks associated with myopia.
- Explore the full range of myopia control strategies - including optical, pharmaceutical, and contact lens options - along with the most up-to-date research supporting their effectiveness.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios through real-world case studies demonstrating decision-making and outcomes in myopia management.
- Gain practical tools and strategies to successfully integrate myopia control protocols into everyday clinical practice.
- Understand how each optometrist can contribute to significantly reducing the biggest risk to vision this century.
- Understand how to increase success rates when fitting presbyopes with multifocal contact lenses.
Max CPD hours awarded: 2
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| Myopia in the Modern Era: Controlling the Curve |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| No |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 1.5 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 1.5 |
| Name |
|---|
| M&M: Myopia Management and Multifocal Contact Lenses Mash-Up |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| No |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 0.5 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 0.5 |