St Kilda Road CPD Evening
Date: 20/06/2023 (AEST)
Venue: VEI St Kilda Rd; Ground Floor 600 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne , VIC, 3004
Provider: Vision Eye Institute
Contact: Sasha Kairouz, [E] sasha.kairouz@vei.com.au, [P] 0432 759 015
Learning Objectives
- Understand what makes a patient suitable for laser refractive surgery and what to consider; corneal topography, dry eyes, general health, occupation, personality traits and management of expectations
- Understand the positive outcomes on performing PRK enhancements over LASIK flaps and discussion on patient recovery times and long term refractive error stability
- Appreciate how Optometrists and Ophthalmologists can manage Keratoconus via a channelised approach
- Comprehend the range of emerging Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) Intraocular Lens (IOLs) technologies and potential side effect profiles
- Formulate an algorithmic approach to care for dry eye post-cataract surgery and incorporating newer treatment options into clinical practice
- Appreciate the emerging role of Ripasudil in maintaining corneal clarity in patients with corneal guttae and cataract
Max CPD hours awarded: 2
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| An update on Laser refractive surgery, Keratoconus and Intraocular lenses, plus post cataract surgery dry eye treatments |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| Yes |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 2 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 2 |