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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Neurological Visual Field Loss: Adaptation and Rehabilitation
Dr. Jacqueline Theis, OD, FAAO
This lecture explores vision therapy and prism treatment approaches for neurological visual field loss. Attendees will learn techniques to enhance visual scanning, improve peripheral awareness and address field deficits using prism lenses.
COPE ID 92920-NO | 2 Hours

Visual-Vestibular Therapy:  Post-Concussion Management
Dr. Abby Wicks, OD
Dizziness is one of the most common post-concussion symptoms reported in both the acute and chronic stages following injury. This lecture aims to explore a strategy for assessing and treating post-concussive dizziness in the optometric setting to help the symptomatic patient re-establish effective sensory integration of visual, vestibular and somatosensory processing required for equilibrium. The evaluation and therapeutic techniques presented are easily accessible to the practicing optometrist. Special attention is paid to progressive programming and loading designed for this specific patient population and their unique symptomatology.
‍COPE ID 94934-FV | 1 Hour

Vision Therapy: New Toys to Play With
Dr. Marc Taub, OD, MS, EDD, FAAO, FCOVD, FNAP, DIPL (AAO)
‍Treating patients suffering from amblyopia, strabismus, convergence/accommodative/ocular motor dysfunction and visual information processing issues comes under the purview of today’s optometrist.While technology does not supplant the traditional equipment used, it can enhance the therapeutic gains and encourage patients to try their hardest. This lecture will discuss some of the newest and coolest technology found in VT offices.
COPE ID 94926-FV | 1 Hour

Peak Performance for Youth, Amateur,Collegiate and Professional Athletes - Role of Vision
Dr. Amar Sayani, OD, MS, FAAO
This lecture serves to introduce imperative aspects of optometry’s role in improving and optimizing youth, amateur and professional athlete’s performance. This course will cover basic to advanced topics from sports vision evaluations to vision training for performance enhancement, including considerations when evaluating the concussed athlete. The key differences in working with youth, amateur and professional athletes will be discussed in depth, as they are important considerations when optimizing sports performance through an optometrist’s lens.
COPE ID Pending  | 1 Hour

COPE Activity ID Pending

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