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Optometrist's Guide to Surgical Co-management and Patient Success

Date: 14/08/2023 (AEST)

Venue: Novotel Darling Square,17 Little Pier Street, Darling Harbour, NSW, 2000

Provider: Cornea & Contact Lens Society of Australia

Contact: Katelyn Seary , [E] info@cclsa.org.au, [P] 02 9431 8676

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the significance of co-management in the treatment of anterior segment conditions and retinal pathology and its impact on patient care
  • Identify effective co-management strategies, including the establishment of a referral network, development of collaborative care plans, and continuous education
  • Develop tips and tricks in the co-management of patients with complex conditions, including keratoconus, dry eye, cataract and cases of ocular pathology
  • Structure an eye examination for baseline information for a patient with more complex needs & develop practical techniques to build referral relationships within your clinic that are easy to implement
  • Gain insights from real-life case studies that demonstrate successful co-management scenarios and their positive impact on patient outcomes
  • Explore the benefits of collaboration between ophthalmologists and optometrists, including improved access to specialised care, enhanced patient compliance, and shared knowledge

Max CPD hours awarded: 3

Session Information

Name
Co-management of patients with anterior segment conditions
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
1
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1
Name
An Optometrist's Guide to Best Practice Co-Management with Ophthalmologists
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
1
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1
Name
Co-management of patients with retinal conditions
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
1
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1

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.