Course Descriptions

Friday, May 9
OD Courses

21RC
Prescribing Oral Steroids
Eric Schmidt, OD
The prescribing of oral steroids is a very useful privilege for optometrists. However, improper dosage and usage can lead to complications for the patient. This course will detail the pharmacology of steroids and present clinical indications for their usage.
1 Hour 8:00–9:00 am
COPE# 19395PH

 

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21RD
Can We Do Better In AMD?
John McGreal, OD
This course will review the state of the art in macular degeneration diagnosis and management. New technologies allow for earlier detection of pre-CNV and improve visual outcomes as a result of timely interventions. Preferential hyperacuity perimetry identifies defects which indicate progression of dry AMD to the wet form of the disease. New and emerging supplemental, medical and surgical modalities offer tremendous opportunities for the patient and practitioner.
2 Hours 8:00–10:00 am
COPE# 19696PS

 

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21HA/B
Structure And Function in Glaucoma
John Warren, OD
This course teaches how to consider ocular structure in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma. Pachymetry, Optic Nerve Morphology, Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Thickness and Macular Thickness are all important factors in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma. New technologies allow eye care providers to accurately measure these structures and incorporate them into their clinical decision making.
1 Hour 8:00–9:00 am
COPE# 18436GL

 

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21UA
What’s New In Glaucoma?
Rob Wooldridge, OD
The more we learn about glaucoma, the more we discover that we really don’t know much at all! With all the many journals, lectures, etc., it is always difficult to keep up with the most current news. In this course, we will review the latest developments in glaucoma diagnosis and treatment. Reviews of new publications and studies will be provided to bring you up to date on the newest information. New technologies in glaucoma will be discussed with examples of their use through patient care examples from clinical practice.
2 Hours 8:00–10:00 am
COPE# 18527GL

 

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22RC
The Optic Disk in Glaucoma
Eric Schmidt, OD
Recent advances in diagnostic technologies and therapeutic modalities have altered how glaucoma is diagnosed and managed. This lecture reviews some of the new technologies, medications and philosophies and the impact on glaucoma care.
1 Hour 9:15–10:15 am
COPE# 12852GL

 

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22HA/B
Hypertension, Retinopathy and Stroke
John Warren, OD
Learn about new studies and techniques to evaluate your hypertensive patients, not only for ocular morbidity but for systemic issues as well. A new technology may allow you to work with your patient’s primary care team to improve their overall health, as well as provide their relative risk of an impending CVA.
1 Hour9:15–10:15 am
COPE# 22116-SD

 

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23RC
New Pharmaceuticals in Clinical Practice
John McGreal, OD
Implementing new topical and oral pharmaceutical therapies is a challenge for the primary care optometrist. Review the latest advances in antibiotics, non-steroidals, anti-inflammatories, antiviral, analgesic, glaucoma agents and numerous oral preparations for the treatment of ophthalmic disease. This course will emphasize practical applications of the drugs as they relate to optometric practice.
2 Hours 10:30 am–12:30 pm
COPE# Pending

 

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23RD
Lens Surgery for the Correction of Refractive Errors
Randy Epstein, MD and
Parag Majmudar, MD
Current techniques, including refractive lens exchange and phakic intraocular lens implants, for the correction of refractive errors.
2 Hours 10:30 am–12:30 pm
COPE# 18705RS

 

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23HA/B
He Said, She Said
Jill Autry, OD, RPh
In assessing ocular pathology, the gender of a patient can often be a key element in helping determine the condition at hand. Many ophthalmic and systemic diseases affect one sex more frequently and/or more aggressively than the other. In this lecture, a referral center optometrist/ pharmacist will compare and contrast varying pathologies in respect to the influence of gender on disease states, medications and prognoses.
1 Hour10:30–11:30 am
COPE# Pending

 

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23UA
Current Technology Workshop
Rob Wooldridge, OD
Perimetry:
This course will review basic and intermediate aspects of computerized perimetry. SITA, SWAP, frequency doubling technology and glaucoma progression analysis will be covered. Case studies involving each technology will be reviewed. Interpretation of visual fields will be discussed explaining the significance of each portion of the visual field printout. Methods for obtaining a more reliable visual field test and for selecting the appropriate test for different patients will be reviewed.

Stratus OCT and GDx:
(Each technology will have its own station)
A hands-on workshop will offer an opportunity for each participant to practice retinal imaging and to be scanned as a patient. Stratus OCT and GDx technologies will be presented. Proper test selection, image acquisition, scan analysis, data management, trouble shooting and practice management issues will be reviewed with an emphasis on techniques for quality scan acquisition.

Digital Photography:
This course will provide a basic overview of the process of photographing the ocular fundus using the Zeiss Visucam ProNM. Anatomy of the camera, troubleshooting, and a guide to digital color fundus photography will be discussed. Basic protocols for fundus photography and the patient encounter will be reviewed.
3 Hour Workshop 10:15 am–1:15 pm
COPE# 20284GL

 

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24HA/B
Contact Lens Wear and Ocular Allergy
William Townsend, OD
Review and study discussion of ocular allergy and complications with the wearing of SCL and GPCL with discussion of available drugs.
1 Hour11:30 am–12:30 pm
COPE# 18714AS

 

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25RC
Managing the Patient with Facial or Orbital Trauma
William Townsend, OD
It is critical to rapidly and efficiently identify the degree and extent of damage to orbital and facial tissue subsequent to trauma. A series of case studies involving trauma and fractures adjacent to or involving the orbit will be presented, with emphasis on pain management, medico-legal considerations and imaging.
2 Hours1:45–3:45 pm
COPE# 17803AS

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25RD
Ocular Tumor Update
Carlo Pelino, OD
This course will educate the optometrist on the more common ocular tumor lesions that present to the office. It will help differentiate ocular melanoma from ocular metastasis, choroidal nevus, etc. and stress the most up-to-date treatment options.
1 Hour1:45–2:45 pm
COPE# 18751AS

 

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25HA/B
Rosacea Review
Joe Pizzimenti, OD
Rosacea is not actually a disease, but rather a chronic dermatologic condition that predominantly affects the convexities of the central aspect of the face. Rosacea is easily diagnosed by clinical observation. Effective treatment of rosacea will be reviewed, including avoidance of triggers, topical and oral antibiotic therapy, cosmetic surgery and much more.
1 Hour1:45–2:45 pm
COPE# 17036SD

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25UA
Neuro 101
Jill Autry, OD, RPh
Neuro-optometric cases can be intimidating and challenging due to their seemingly complex nature. By learning to evaluate the patient’s signs and symptoms, however, we can easily manage and when necessary, refer these patients to the proper specialty. In this lecture, a referral center optometrist discusses the most commonly encountered neuro-optometric cases in an easy to follow guide to pathophysiology, diagnosis, monitoring and treatment.
2 Hours1:45–3:45 pm
COPE# 17583NO

 

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26RD
OTC or Rx: When is a Prescription Necessary?
Marc Bloomenstein, OD
This lecture will discuss the best use of over-the-counter (OTC) versus prescription (Rx) drugs in the management of dry eye, ocular allergies, inflammation, ocular infections, cataracts and glaucoma. Benefits and risks of use for each type of drug, along with expected results, will be discussed.
2 Hours3:00–5:00 pm
COPE# 19472PH

 

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26HA/B
New Approaches to the Management
of Marginal Lid Disease
John McGreal, OD
This course will review common marginal lid diseases. It will also review standard treatment strategies available. It will introduce new prescriptive and non prescriptive products and review their role in therapy. Case examples will be used to demonstrate implementation of these new strategies.
1 Hour3:00–4:00 pm
COPE# 19707AS

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27RC
The Role of Multipurpose Solutions in Contact Lens Disinfection
William Townsend, OD
Review the active disinfecting agents in numerous multipurpose contact lens solutions, as well as their relative advantages and disadvantages. Discussion of lens material-solution incompatibility and the potential harm that results from the resulting chemical keratitis. Address decision making strategies based on recently published research in solution compatibility.
1 Hour4:15-5:15 pm
COPE# 17124CL

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27HA/B
Pharmaceutical Clinical Pearls
Jill Autry, OD, RPh
Pharmacology seminars often leave practitioners searching for clinically relevant drug information they can use in their practice routinely. In this lecture, a pharmacist/optometrist will highlight interesting and useful medication facts in a concise and direct format.
1 Hour4:15–5:15 pm
COPE# 19743PH

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27UA
Paper to Paperless…
Transitioning to EHR
John McGreal
This course will help doctors understand the rationale behind the National movement into electronic medical records. The benefits of a paperless practice will be outlined. The challenges of transitioning into EHR will be discussed. Simple “how-to” plans will be highlighted and a demonstration of EHR will be provided. This course will save doctors time and money when they are considering making the practice of the future their practice today.
1 Hour4:15–5:15 pm
COPE# 18635GO