SILK: The latest lenticular procedure in refractive surgery
Date: 22/05/2024 (AEST)
Venue: The Carrington Hotel Shepparton, 505 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, VIC, 3632
Provider: NewVision Clinics
Contact: George Stamatelatos, [E] george@newvisionclinics.com.au, [P] 1800202020
Activity Outline
An update on the latest lenticular refractive laser technology - Johnson & Johnson ELITA using SILK to create a smooth lenticule. The advantages of the technology for patients will be discussed together with how this aligns with LASIK and PRK. Essential information on patient suitability for the co-managing optometrist.
Learning Objectives
- Identify patient eligibility criteria for SILK surgery
- Develop the ability to analyze topography scans for preoperative planning
- Gain an understanding of the surgical process of SILK
- Differentiate SILK from other refractive procedures like LASIK, PRK, and SMILE in terms of technique, recovery and outcomes
- Identify the significance of refractive and corneal difference in planning astigmatic treatment using Vector Planning for optimal surgical outcomes
Max CPD hours awarded: 2.5
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| SILK: the latest lenticular procedure for refractive surgery |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| Yes |
| Therapeutic? |
| No |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 2 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 2.5 |