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The interventional glaucoma revolution has begun

Date: 26/03/2025 ()

Venue: https://glaukos.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZZ9eylGeRYSp3Ufidz1Uhg, AUSTRALIA

Provider: Mivision

Contact: Nikki Byrne, [E] nikki@mivision.com.au, [P] 02 8336 8616

Activity Outline

Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness, yet traditional management approaches often rely on late-stage intervention, allowing the disease to progress before more definitive treatments are considered. This reactive model results in poor long-term outcomes, increased patient burden, and higher healthcare costs. In this talk, we will explore why we need interventional glaucoma - proactive approach that prioritizes earlier, procedural interventions to slow disease progression, reduce reliance on long-term medication, and improve patient quality of life. By addressing the shortcomings of current treatment paradigms and highlighting the benefits of timely, structured intervention, this session will make the case for a fundamental shift in how we manage glaucoma to preserve vision more effectively.

Link here: https://glaukos.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZZ9eylGeRYSp3Ufidz1Uhg, AUSTRALIA

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the Rationale for Interventional Glaucoma: Identify the limitations of traditional glaucoma management and recognize the need for a shift toward proactive, procedure-based interventions
  • Explore Current and Emerging Interventional Approach: Gain insights into minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), laser therapies, and sustained drug delivery systems, and their role in early disease management.
  • Integrate Interventional Strategies into Clinical Practice: Learn how to select appropriate patients, assess cost-effectiveness, and incorporate interventional glaucoma treatments into routine ophthalmic care to optimize patient outcomes.

Max CPD hours awarded: 1.25

Session Information

Name
The interventional glaucoma revolution has begun
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
1.25
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1.25

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.