We’re all in this together – A case-based discussion of glaucoma collaborative care
Registration: https://lms.optometry.org.au/course/view.php?id=709
Activity Outline
Collaborative care is a key priority for Optometry Australia and RANZCO, and is an important component of RANZCO’s ‘Vision 2030 and beyond’ strategic plan for sustainable health service delivery. Through the use of real-world cases, Luke and Nathan will explore some of the key components of effective collaborative care, as well as provide some practical advice on glaucoma management and how avoid some of pitfalls that may be encountered.
Bausch & Lomb’s National Professional Service Manager, Simon Hanna, will provide an overview the most complete daily disposable lenses, the Ultra® Monthly. This presentation will cover the benefits and features of B&L’s latest silicone hydrogel lens, including the multifocal modality with its simplified fitting guide.
Learning Objectives
- Describe key factors in determining patient’s glaucoma risk profile and deciding appropriate review schedules
- Confidently identify which glaucoma suspects and patients may be suitable for collaborative care
- Describe key factors in terms of prescribing glaucoma medications for patients, including potential side effects, contraindications and drug interactions
- Describe what is involved in best practice glaucoma collaborative care
- List the eye health and contact lens portfolio for Bausch & Lomb
- Describe the benefits of the Ultra® Monthly lens
- Describe the technology and benefits of an aspheric contact lens design
- Describe the features of Bausch & Lomb’s 3 zone-progressive Ultra® Monthly Multifocal contact lens
Max CPD hours awarded: 2
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| We’re all in this together – A case-based discussion of glaucoma collaborative care |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| Yes |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 1.5 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 2 |