UNSW SOVS Alumni Evening: Glaucoma and Genetics Testing – Hybrid Event

UNSW SOVS Alumni Evening: Glaucoma and Genetics Testing - Hybrid Event

Date: 4/03/2025 (AEDT)

Venue: Gate 14, Barker St, Kensington , NSW, 2052

Provider: School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of New South Wales

Contact: Daisy Shu, [E] daisy.shu@unsw.edu.au, [P] 02 9348 1982

Activity Outline

This educational evening will consist of 4 separate sessions, each lasting a total of 20 minutes in duration. Within each session, the presenting expert will deliver a short lecture using PowerPoint slides. Following the lectures, a panel discussion with a Q&A session will be held to facilitate higher-level engagement and discussion among attendees, allowing for valuable feedback from the presenting experts and fellow colleagues/attendees. 

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/alumni-evening-genetics-in-eye-health-tickets-1149577038869?aff=oddtdtcreator   

Learning Objectives

• Describe how genetic factors contribute to glaucoma risk and progression, with a focus on polygenic risk scores and their implications for disease susceptibility.
• Evaluate the clinical utility of genetic testing for glaucoma, including when and how to incorporate polygenic risk scores into risk stratification, early detection, and personalised management plans
• Discuss how genetic insights can improve interdisciplinary collaboration between optometrists and ophthalmologists, including referral pathways and co-management strategies for high-risk patients.
• Explore current and emerging research on glaucoma genetics, including advances in gene-based therapies, biomarker discovery, and personalised treatment approaches.

Max CPD hours awarded: 2.25

Session Information