PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Title To Be Announced
Dr. Rebecca Stein, MD, FRCSC
Description coming soon
COPE ID Pending | 1 Hour
OMG it's OMG!
Dr. Jacqueline Theis, OD, FAAO
This course reviews the ocular and systemic findings in myasthenia gravis and utilizes cases to emphasize how variable and nuanced these cases may present in office.This course describes how inflammatory triggers may cause complications and an increased incidence of myasthenia gravis and the optometrist’s role in co-management.
COPE ID 94889-SD | 1 Hour
Title To Be Announced
Dr. Jordan Friedman, BSc, OD
Description coming soon
COPE ID Pending | 1 Hour
The Role of Inflammation in Anterior Segment Disease: What Every Clinician Should Know
Dr. Joseph Allen, OD, FAAO
With the increasing prevalence of inflammatory anterior segment diseases, understanding the role of inflammation is vital for effective patient management and treatment. New insights into inflammatory processes have led to the development of innovative therapies and this lecture will provide a comprehensive overview of these advancements. This session will focus on the mechanisms driving inflammation in anterior segment diseases, dissecting the cellular and molecular responses that contribute to ocular surface and anterior segment pathology. We will evaluate the latest anti-inflammatory therapies and their clinical applications, review recent research on efficacy and safety and discuss tailored management strategies for optimizing patient outcomes.
COPE ID Pending | 1 Hour
Glaucoma Research Review and Practical Applications
Dr. Mark Eltis, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO
This course will explore recent studies relating to glaucoma and discuss their impact on clinical practice. Publications on different aspects of the disease including risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management will be explored.The course will highlight the dynamic nature of medical knowledge and the need to keep an open mind in glaucoma care.
COPE ID 95317-GL | 1 Hour
Differential Diagnosis of Dizziness in TBI
Dr. Jacqueline Theis, OD, FAAO
Dizziness isa vague symptom that can come from a vast etiology including vestibular, ocular, cardiovascular, neurologic, metabolic and psychologic. This course delves into the various etiologies providing optometrists with advanced skills in differential diagnosis.
COPE ID 92935-NO | 1 Hour
Seeing Eye to Eye: Effective Communication Strategies for Ocular Surface and Lid Disease Patients
Dr. Joseph Allen, OD, FAAO
This course will discuss communication strategies and techniques to improve effective communication with patients suffering from dry eye syndrome and lid disease. The techniques focus on improving patient understanding of the disease, treatment adherence and management of expectations.
COPE ID 94574-TD | 1 Hour
COPE Activity ID Pending
INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION
- Continental breakfast, buffet lunch and coffee breaks
- Link to presenter's notes
- Admission to Optifair Canada Trade Show
*Program and speakers are subject to change without notice
CANCELLATION POLICY
If notice of cancellation is provided by March 10, 2025, the registration fee will be fully refunded. As of March 11, 2025, no cancellations, refunds or transfers of registration will be accepted under any circumstances.
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