On-Site Course Descriptions
On-Site Program
INTERMEDIATE
NEW ! Red Flags in History Taking ( 01SU6 )
Michelle Willis , COMT , OSC , ( F ) ATPO , Columbia , TN Sunday , 2:40 – 3:40 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course should outline questions and examples of answers from the patient that should alert you as the history taker to be more specific with your history and possible testing of the patient . The objective is to make you more aware of possible red flags with the patient ' s history that may need further exploration . A good historian knows when to cut to the chase and when to expand the history taking in order not to miss something that could be medically significant . A few short examples will be given with audience participation to discuss whether we have significant history , or not .
4 . General Ophthalmic Knowledge BASIC
Equipment Repair and Maintenance : How to Save Time and Money ( 02FR2 )
Jeffery Hunter , COT , Kent , OH Friday , 9:20 – 10:20 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : This course will describe how to take care of and maintain basic ophthalmic equipment .
NEW ! Essential Clinical Skills for AOP ( 01FR3A )
Craig Simms , BSc , COMT , ROUB , CDOS , Kingston , ON , Canada Friday , 10:40 – 11:10 a . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : This course will review visual acuity testing , tonometry , and key ophthalmic math skills .
Eye Exam in Spanish : Evaluation of the Non- Bilingual Patient ( 06FR5 )
Crystal Martinez , COMT , OCS , OSC , OSA , Albuquerque , NM Maria Bretana , CDOS , Katy , TX Friday , 1:20 – 2:20 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will provide an overview of the evaluation of a Spanish speaking patient . Attendees will learn how to welcome patients , take their history and provide patient instructions for a basic exam in Spanish .
INTERMEDIATE
NEW ! Advanced Eye Exam in Spanish : Interpreting for Your Physician ( 06FR6 )
Maria Bretana , CDOS , Katy , TX Crystal Martinez , COMT , OCS , OSC , OSA , Albuquerque , NM Friday , 2:40 – 3:40 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Prerequisite : Attendance at the " Eye Exam In Spanish : Evaluation of the Non-Bilingual Patient " course or an intermediate level knowledge of the Spanish language . Description : This course will review important terminology and techniques for interpreting for your physician .
5 . Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology BASIC
NEW ! Caring for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the Eye Clinic ( 03SU3 )
Michael Puente Jr ., MD , Golden , CO Susan James , COMT , Denver , CO Sunday , 10:40 – 11:40 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : We will discuss the importance of providing quality eyecare for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities . Since these patients can sometimes be more challenging to examine , this lecture will cover techniques and approaches that can be used to more effectively care for these patients in the eye clinic setting .
NEW ! Teleophthalmology ( 06SA3 )
Janet Hunter , BS , COMT , Brooklyn , NY Saturday , 10:40 – 11:40 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : This course is designed to outline the different types of teleophthalmology ( synchronous versus asynchronous ), as well as discuss the current different methodologies . It will also review the newest technologies and innovations in teleophthalmology .
INTERMEDIATE
NEW ! EYEXchange Roundtable : Teleophthalmology ( 07SU1R1 )
Colleen Moody , COMT , Parkton , NC Sunday , 8:00 – 9:00 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : This EYEXchange Roundtable Session is an organized conversation directed by the subject matter expert moderator . This small group discussion will focus on teleophthalmology . This session will provide attendees with the opportunity to actively participate and to learn from their peers as directed by the moderator .
Compassionomics : The Science and Practice of Caring ( 03SA6A )
Mark Johnson , MD , Ann Arbor , MI Saturday , 2:40 – 3:10 p . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : This course will present robust scientific evidence that compassion in healthcare measurably improves patient outcomes , increases the quality and safety of care , reduces costs and prevents provider burnout . It will also discuss ways we can grow our compassion and communicate it to our patients .
Evaluation and Management of Tearing Patients ( 04SA4 )
John Nguyen , MD , Morgantown , WV Bradley Thuro , MD , Morgantown , WV Saturday , 12:00 – 1:00 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will review the relevant anatomy and pathogenesis of nasolacrimal duct obstruction . It will also review the evaluation and management of epiphora .
Pink Eye : What Is It ? ( 05SA3 )
Gary Legault , MD , San Antonio , TX Saturday , 10:40 – 11:40 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will highlight the common causes of conjunctivitis , key differences to determine the diagnosis , and management for each etiology . Not every “ pink eye ” is a bacterial infection , but many treat every case with antibiotics . By the end of the course , you will be able to recognize differences in conjunctivitis and educate patients about proper treatment . Financial interest disclosed .
22 IJCAHPO ' s 52 nd Annual Continuing Education Program