On-Demand Course Descriptions
Virtual Program On-Site Program
ADVANCED
NEW ! Keratoconus : Diagnosis and Management ( VD073012 )
Kevin Tozer , MD , Scottsdale , AZ Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will cover several aspects of keratoconus . Epidemiology , pathophysiology , diagnosis , medical and surgical treatments will be discussed .
My Eye ! Ocular Trauma From an Anterior Segment Perspective ( VD073010 )
Aaleya Koreishi , MD , Fort Worth , TX Credits : 0.75 IJCAHPO Description : This course will discuss the epidemiology and etiology of ocular trauma . With this general background , we will delve into the focused history , presentation and initial management when suspecting ocular injury from trauma . Ocular trauma can involve every aspect of the eye and orbit but we will focus on the anterior segment . Presentation and management strategies will be covered for the following anterior segment sites : conjunctiva , cornea , iris , anterior chamber and lens . Further discussion will address chemical and thermal injuries and their acute and chronic management strategies . Lastly , we will review the risks and prognosis of eyes sustaining ocular trauma .
8 . Glaucoma INTERMEDIATE
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches to Managing Angle-Closure Glaucoma ( VD082004 )
Sarwat Salim , MD , FACS , Brookline , MA Credits : 0.75 IJCAHPO Description : This course will present several glaucoma cases with an emphasis on risk factors , diagnosis and management . Clinical signs , diagnostic tests and differential diagnosis will be reviewed to arrive at appropriate therapeutic intervention .
9 . Oculoplastics BASIC
Evaluation and Treatment of Eyelid Malignancies ( VD092006 )
Richard Allen , MD , PhD , FACS , Austin , TX Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will review common eyelid malignancies , including their presentation , clinical characteristics and treatment . In addition , reconstructive strategies after resection of the eyelid malignancies will also be reviewed .
Eyelid and Orbital Trauma ( VD092007 )
Richard Allen , MD , PhD , FACS , Austin , TX Credits : 0.75 IJCAHPO Description : The evaluation of eyelid and orbital trauma is common in the comprehensive ophthalmologist ' s and oculoplastic surgeon ' s practice . It is imperative that an appropriate triage and intake is performed for these patients . This course will review the evaluation and treatment of patients with eyelid and orbital trauma .
10 . Retina BASIC
Current Concepts in Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy ( VD101011 )
Sunir Garg , MD , FACS , Philadelphia , PA Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will review the current management of agerelated macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease . Financial interest disclosed .
ADVANCED
Vitreomacular Interface Problems : Macular Pucker and Beyond ( VD103012 )
Michael Stewart , MD , Jacksonville , FL Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course discusses the vitreomacular interface and its propensity for disease . Conditions such as macular hole , macular pucker and vitreomacular traction will be discussed in detail as well as other conditions , such as diabetic retinopathy , for which the interface may play a role . Numerous case presentations will be included . Financial interest disclosed .
11 . Refractive and Cataract Surgery INTERMEDIATE
Intumescent and Mature Cataracts ( VD112008 )
Cristos Ifantides , MD , MBA , Denver , CO Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will teach critical preoperative skills for checking vision in non-traditional cataract evaluations . It will discuss potentially necessary preoperative studies , pertinent history to ask , surgical management and postoperative care .
NEW ! All About Cataracts ( VD112009 )
Xiaoqin Alexa Lu , MD , Atlanta , GA Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : This course will provide a foundation of clinical knowledge of cataracts to help technicians learn about cataract surgery to assist in patient education . Cataract surgery around the world will also be discussed .
Refractive Cataract Surgery : Meet Patient Expectations with Advanced Biometry ( VD112001 )
Robin Vann , MD , Durham , NC Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will explain the principles of A-scan and optical biometry . A correlation between keratometry , refractometry and axial length will be explained as well as tips on accuracy . It will delve into treatment of astigmatism and use of advanced IOL formulas for better outcomes . Financial interest disclosed .
12 . Neuro-Ophthalmology INTERMEDIATE
NEW ! Approach to the Patient with Double Vision ( VD122010 )
Karl Golnik , MD , MEd , Phoenix , AZ Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will discuss important historical and physical exam findings in patients with double vision .
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