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Retina & Glaucoma

Date: 27/08/2019

Venue: Level 2, 31 Dora Street HURSTVILLE , NSW, 2220

Provider: Retina & Macular Specialists

Contact: Kylie Roffe , [E] kroffe@maculaspecialists.com.au, [P] 0449948841

Learning Objectives

  • To identify common errors made in the diagnosis of glaucoma To understand the importance of taking a thorough history in diagnosing glaucoma To understand the possible effects of steroid medication on intraocular pressure
  • 1. Identify benign features of naeuvus 2. Identify suspicious features of choroidal melanoma 3. Identify drug induced toxicities 4. Identify complications of HZO
  • Discuss various vitreoretinal cases and their surgical management To understand symptoms and presentation of retinal detachments To understand signs seen in retinal detachment cases To understand management options including urgency of referral Further understanding of giant retinal tears To discuss patients presenting with vitreous haemorrhages

Max points awarded: 4.50

Session Information

Name
Vitreoretinal cases
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50
Name
Glaucoma
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
Yes
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50
Name
Naeuvus & Melanoma
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
1.50

NameActivity TypeTherapeutic?Manufacturer/
Supplier?
Points for attending &
Passing Assessment
Vitreoretinal casesFace to Face with AssessmentNoNo1.50
GlaucomaFace to Face with AssessmentYesNo1.50
Naeuvus & Melanoma Face to Face with AssessmentNoNo1.50

Acknowledgement of Country

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