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OWA CPD Metro Evening on Wednesday 15th October in Perth presented by Dr Geoffrey Chan sponsored by CSL Seqirus.

The OWA AGM & SGM 2025 will take place at 6.30pm prior to the start of the CPD presentation at 7.00pm. 

 

Information on the CPD presentation is shown below.

Venue: UWA Optometry, 39 Fairway, Crawley. 

Topic:  Exploring the Genetic Landscape of Glaucoma

Summary: This talk explores the genetic landscape of glaucoma, outlining how different glaucoma subtypes are shaped by their underlying genetic contributions. The session highlights the current and emerging role of genetic testing in clinical practice, including risk prediction, diagnosis, and family screening, and looks ahead to future directions in glaucoma genetics, including precision medicine approaches.

Learning Objectives: 

  1. Understand the genetic basis of glaucoma, including the distinction between monogenic and polygenic contributions across different glaucoma subtypes.
  2. Recognize the clinical applications and future potential of genetic testing in glaucoma diagnosis, risk stratification, and personalized management.

This is planned as an In Person Event & Zoom attendance.

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This is a planned as an in person and virtual event.

Max CPD hours awarded: 1Ti

 

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