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Optometry Education Night

Date: 20/10/2025 (AEDT)

Venue: Suite 101, 25 South Parade, Auburn, NSW, 2144

Provider: Dr Elias Kehdi

Contact: Elias Kehdi, [E] orthoptist@eyedrs.com.au, [P] 1300393377

Activity Outline

We will have Dr Kehdi and Dr Phan each presenting two lectures to attendees in areas of their respected sub-specialty. The night will be split into two sections, each containing one lecture from each Doctor. Presentations will be followed by short multiple choice questions with time for discussions among peers at the end of each lecture.

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the types of patientswho  are best suitable for minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and understand what types of complications can arise with minimally invasive glaucoma surgery both during the surgery and post operation.
  • Discuss the risk and benefits behind both Eylea 8mg and Vabysmo, as well as understnand the science and mechanism behind these new emerging retinal treatments.
  • Discuss the multiple types of management for intermittent exotropia, both invasive and non-invasive. Also, understand the expectations of IXT post different types of management styles.
  • Discuss available techniques and instruments involving cataract Surgery. Obtain a better understanding of complications and how to prepare for them during examination and surgical planning.

Max CPD hours awarded: 2

Session Information

Name
Overview of MIGS
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5
Name
Eylea 8mg and Vabysmo
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5
Name
Management of Intermittent Exotropia
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5
Name
Vignettes of Cataract management
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
0.5

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.