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Ophthalmology Education Evening: Virtual Meeting Series 1

Date: 29/10/2020

Venue: 93 Kooyong Road, Armadale , VIC, 3143

Provider: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia - NSW Sponsor

Contact: Sarah Bell, [E] sarah-1.bell@novartis.com, [P] 0432765239

Learning Objectives

  • Understand that myopia is a risk factor for and increases the difficulty of diagnosing glaucoma
  • Understand how to analyse OCT parameters in the context of high myopia
  • Understand the risks and benefits of corneal laser surgery procedures in management of Presbyopia
  • Understand which patients are suitable for laser and what are suitable for lens surgery
  • Understand updates on epidemiological data informing risk reduction in relation to AMD
  • Provide specific and practical advice to patients

Max points awarded: 3.00

Session Information

Name
Risk reduction in macular disease
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.00
Name
OCT in Glaucoma and Myopia
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.00
Name
Surgical Management of Presbyopia
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.00

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.