On-Site Course Descriptions
On-Site Program
NEW ! Compassionomics : The Science and Practice of Caring ( 02SU2A )
Mark Johnson , MD , Ann Arbor , MI Sunday , 8:45 – 9:15 a . 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 .
NEW ! Evaluation and Management of Tearing Patients ( 03SA2 )
John Nguyen , MD , Morgantown , WV Bradley Thuro , MD , Morgantown , WV Saturday , 8:45 – 9:45 a . 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 .
NEW ! Pink Eye : What is It ? ( 03FR4 )
Gary Legault , MD , San Antonio , TX Friday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . 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 .
NEW ! Presbyopia : Everything Old is New Again ! ( 03SU1B )
William Ehlers , MD , Farmington , CT Sunday , 8:05 – 8:35 a . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : For most of us , unless we actually find the fountain of youth , presbyopia is unavoidable . Fortunately , there are many alternatives for dealing with this inevitability . This course will discuss some of the standard methods of correction and some of the newer approaches to achieving clear vision at all distances . This course is intended for beginners and intermediate learners .
You Saw What ? A Curious Compendium of Ocular Oddities ( 01SA7 )
William Ehlers , MD , Farmington , CT Saturday , 3:00 – 4:00 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will discuss a collection of cases that demonstrate some rare and fascinating ocular maladies . It will feature a mix of history , case presentations and epidemiology that covers unusual diagnoses from around the world , running the gamut from Acanthamoeba Keratitis through Zelwegger Syndrome .
NEW ! Work Up Pearls for Trainees and Trainers ( 03SU3A )
Crystal Martinez , COMT , OCS , OSC , Albuquerque , NM Sunday , 10:00 – 10:30 a . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : This course will provide tips and recommendations for technicians to improve work ups , both for accuracy and efficiency . It will also offer tips to trainers on how to assist new hires in learning these skills .
NEW ! Diving and the Eye ( 03SU2A )
Michael Stewart , MD , Jacksonville , FL Sunday , 8:45 – 9:15 a . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : Artificial environments , such as occurs with skin and scuba diving , subject the eyes and adnexa to unique forces and cause optical alterations . This course will discuss the challenges and risks to visual clarity and ocular health faced by those who dive .
6 . General Surgery INTERMEDIATE
Compliance in the Ophthalmic ASC in 2023 ( 01SU4 )
Elethia Dean , PhD , MBA , RN , BSN , Columbus , OH Sunday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will cover content from surveys focused on how to achieve compliance in 2023 , including but not limited to instrument sterilization in the ophthalmic ASC , medication administration , infection control and more .
NEW ! Reducing Drugs Waste During Surgery ( 02SA2 )
Francis Mah , MD , La Jolla , CA Saturday , 8:45 – 9:45 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will present the amount of waste of drugs and the concerns of over the carbon footprint of modern eye surgeries in developed countries .
NEW ! Surgical Preparation of the Eye ( 03SU5A )
Elethia Dean , PhD , MBA , RN , BSN , Columbus , OH Sunday , 12:30 – 1:00 p . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : In the field of ophthalmology , many things must go right to get optimal outcomes for patients . Frequently the focus is placed on surgeon technique and instrument sterilization , however another very important aspect of surgical technique is missed — the surgical preparation of the eye . This course will cover best practice methods of cleaning and preparing the eye for ophthalmic surgery — reducing bacterial growth and minimizing opportunities for surgical site infections .
7 . Cornea INTERMEDIATE
Corneal Procedures for Today and Tomorrow ( 01FR5 )
Derek DelMonte , MD , Greensboro , NC Friday , 12:30 – 1:30 p . 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 including corneal ring segments and collagen cross-linking . Indications for these new procedures , as well as decision-making about who are good candidates and the timing of intervention , will be touched upon . Financial interest disclosed .
NEW ! Indication for OSD Testing ( 05SA3 )
Francis Mah , MD , La Jolla , CA Saturday , 10:00 – 11:00 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will discuss the indication for ocular surface disease ( OSD ) testing .
22 IJCAHPO ' s 51 st Annual Continuing Education Program