On-Site Course Descriptions
On-Site Program
NEW ! The Virtual Patient : A Case Series From Teleophthalmology ( 02SU4 )
Xiaoqin Lu , MD , Atlanta , GA Sunday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will feature a series of interesting cases from Technology-based Eye Care Services ( TECS ), the largest ocular telehealth program at the VA Healthcare System .
ADVANCED
Advanced Ophthalmic Pharmacology ( 03SA5 )
Vasudha Panday , MD , San Antonio , TX Saturday , 12:30 – 1:30 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Prerequisite : Attendees should have a familiarity with practical experience and an understanding of ophthalmic pharmacology . Description : This course will take the experienced ophthalmic technician through a review of ophthalmic medication classes , uses and potential side effects . Commonly used medications of each class will be described and used to illustrate important properties of groups of medications .
6 . General Surgery BASIC
NEW ! Ophthalmic Surgical Instruments : Common Types and Applications ( 03SA4 )
Jessica Raab , Parsippany , NJ Saturday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : It is easy to become overwhelmed by the vast number of ophthalmic surgical instruments . This course will help attendees identify different general product types , appropriate applications and most common variations to improve confidence both in the operating room and during cleaning and maintenance . Financial interest disclosed .
NEW ! Scrub-a-Dub-Dub Aseptic Techniques for the Ophthalmic Tech ( 03FR2 )
Jennifer Boush , COT , OSA , Pulaski , WI Friday , 8:45 – 9:45 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will introduce Allied Ophthalmic Personnel ( AOP ) to aseptic technique , patient surgical prep , ophthalmic instrumentation and supplies for in-office and the operating room .
INTERMEDIATE
Skills and Responsibilities of the Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant ( 02FR5 )
Natalie Loyacano , COMT , ROUB , OSA , Biloxi , MS Sunday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will review tips and recommendations to help you better assist your surgeon during in-office minor procedures and in the surgical suite .
ADVANCED
Infection Investigation ( 02SU6 )
Elethia Dean , PhD , MBA , RN , BSN , Columbus , OH Sunday , 1:45 – 2:45 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : Patient outcome is paramount in the field of ophthalmology . No matter how diligent , there are times infection will rear its ugly head . This course will cover root cause analysis and actions necessary in the prevention of infections , especially in the ophthalmic ambulatory surgery center ( ASC ).
22 IJCAHPO ' s 50 th Annual Continuing Education Program
7 . Cornea INTERMEDIATE
Anterior Segment Infections ( 04SA4 )
Bennie Jeng , MD , Baltimore , MD Saturday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will review the range of anterior segment infections from conjunctivitis and keratitis , to infectious iritis . Financial interest disclosed .
NEW ! Corneal Neurotization : Disease Modifying Treatment for Neurotrophic Keratopathy ( 01SU6 )
Michael Yen , MD , Houston , TX Cat Burkat , MD , Madison , WI Andrea Kossler , MD , FACS , Palo Alto , CA Ilya Leyngold , MD , Boise , ID Sunday , 1:45 – 2:45 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : Neurotrophic keratopathy is a challenging condition to manage due to the loss of corneal sensation . While traditional treatments can be supportive , none result in improvement in corneal sensation . This course will introduce the attendee to the use of nerve grafts and transfers to reinnervate the cornea for improvement in corneal sensation .
Corneal Procedures for Today and Tomorrow ( 03SA1 )
Derek DelMonte , MD , Southern Pines , NC Saturday , 7:30 – 8:30 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will update attendees on the latest corneal surgical procedures being performed today . We will discuss transplant techniques including Descemet ' s stripping endothelial keratoplasty ( DSEK ), Descemet ' s membrane endothelial keratoplasty ( DMEK ) and lamellar grafting . We will also discuss new therapies for corneal ectasia . Indications for these new procedures , as well as decisionmaking about who are good candidates and the timing of intervention , will be touched upon . Financial interest disclosed .
NEW ! The Technician ' s Role in Corneal Cross-Linking ( 02SA3 )
Derek DelMonte , MD , Southern Pines , NC Saturday , 10:00 – 11:00 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will review the technician ’ s role in assisting a patient through the diagnosis of keratoconus , the corneal crosslinking procedure and the postoperative exam .
What ’ s New in Ocular Surface Disease 2022 ( 02FR7 )
Francis Mah , MD , La Jolla , CA Friday , 3:00 – 4:00 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will encompass management of ocular surface disease ( OSD ). Topics will include : 1 ) why OSD matters ; 2 ) developing an OSD algorithm and exam ; 3 ) new and old treatments of dry eye and blepharitis ; and 4 ) new tests to help diagnose and manage dry eye and blepharitis . Financial interest disclosed .
The cancellation of on-site ACE 2022 by IJCAHPO for any reason will result in the conversion of onsite registrations to virtual registrations with no change in fees and no refunds given .