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Refractive Surgery Update

Date: 7/08/2024 (ACST)

Venue: The Gallery, 30 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000

Provider: Dr. Aanchal Gupta

Contact: Aanchal Gupta, [E] aanchal09@gmail.com, [P] +61422284240

Activity Outline

During the evening, we will cover:

1. ICLs – Are they all the rage?  What’s new?

2. Refractive Surgery Facts:

• How to use spherical aberration in lens vs laser-based approach to manage presbyopia

• Refractive surgery options for presbyopia in patients 45-55 vs 55+ 

3. Using topography to guide decisions in lens surgery

There will be ample time provided for discussion and questions regarding referral & management of cataract and refractive patients. Dinner & refreshments will be provided.

Learning Objectives

  • Better understand ICLs/phakic lens implants, including treatment and management of patients with these products
  • Better understand the use of a laser vs lens approach for treatment of presbyopia
  • Better understand the use of topography to guide decisions in lens-based surgery

Max CPD hours awarded: 2.25

Session Information

Name
Refractive Surgery Update
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
2
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
2.25

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.