The course will review multiple topics in clinical neuro-ophthalmology. The first day will consist of didactic lectures by experts in neuro-ophthalmology on various topics including giant cell arteritis, nystagmus, optic nerve sheath meninigioma, pseudotumor cerebri, third nerve palsy and the treatment of diplopia. On the second day, cases of common neuro-ophthalmologic problems will be presented to our panel who will discuss their practical approach to patient evaluation and management. Probl...

HIGHLIGHTS Cataract surgery pearls for your practice New approaches in maintaining and restoring a healthy ocular surface How to manage corneal problems in your office Novel therapeutics in glaucoma Retina management for the comprehensive ophthalmologist Breakfast roundtable discussions: Meet the experts Best of UC Davis Grand Rounds Ethics - fulfills the 3 hour requirement for Maintenance of Certification Mini - symposia: • Optimizing your ophthalmic practice • The Electron...

With the abundance of new evidence guiding the treatment of patients with retinal vein occlusions (RVO) and diabetic macular edema (DME), ophthalmologists and retina specialists are particularly in need of interpretation of this data and how it will impact daily decision-making in clinical practice. This breaking information mainly comes from clinical trials which were designed to test and assess various treatments, provide dosing recommendations,and combinations thereof for different patient ...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision impairment in the developed world. Success of treatment is often defined in terms of preservation of remaining vision rather than improvement in vision. There are few known risk factors and evidence for the prevention of AMD remains intangible so focus is on optimal treatment to prevent progression. Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapies have proven efficacy in AMD, including the ability to not only minimize ...

It is important to recognize the ethical issues unique to research and the definition of innovative therapies and standards of practice. At the same time, promoting constructive, collegial interactions between physicians helps the profession define and maintain performance standards as well as its "professional" status. How does the ethical ophthalmologist do all this and keep the best interests of patients foremost?

For economic, social, political and other reasons, modes of ophthalmic practice have changed drastically in the last few years, affecting both physicians and their patients. Commercial relationships of all varieties now abound. Many factors affect levels of compensation. Advertising is seen as a primary practice-building tool. What are the threshold principles for the ethically responsible ophthalmologist?

Bacterial conjunctivitis is a common condition that prompts patients to seek medical care. It is characterized by the acute onset of conjunctival injection and a purulent discharge that may be associated with pruritus. Although acute conjunctivitis is frequently a self-limiting infection, studies have shown that the use of topical antibiotics is associated with significantly improved rates of microbiological and clinical remission, hence accelerating resolution of ocular symptoms and recovery ...

To evaluate documentation of the initial evaluation in patients with esotropia, with respect to history, physical examination, care management, and patient education, for the presence of key elements as defined in the American Academy of Ophthalmology's Summary Benchmarks for Preferred Practice Patterns.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision impairment in the developed world. Success of treatment is often defined in terms of preservation of remaining vision rather than improvement in vision. There are few known risk factors and evidence for the prevention of AMD remains intangible so focus is on optimal treatment to prevent progression. Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapies have proven efficacy in AMD, including the ability to not only minimize ...

A renowned ophthalmic surgeon highlights the rationale for the appropriate off-label use of ophthalmic medications and explores the adverse impact of government ‘off-label’ policies as it relates to the traditional practice of dispensing professional drug samples.

Alexander Brucker, MD, is professor of ophthalmology at the University of Pennsylvania, and chief, Retina-Vitreous Services at Philadelphia's Scheie Eye Institute. George L. Mayo, MD, is a clinical instructor at the Scheie Eye Institute and a fellow in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Here, they define diabetic retinopathy, describe the retina and its function, and discuss diagnosis, and treatment of this leading cause of blindness in the age group 20...

Glaucoma is a significant component of most comprehensive ophthalmology practices. Since patients experience no symptoms in the early stages, ophthalmologists must screen patients for undetected glaucomatous optic neuropathy. This issue is devoted to management of patients with narrow or closed angles. International experts discuss the different presentations of glaucoma, especially in different Asian ethnic groups, screening with gonioscopy and anterior segment imaging and surgical procedures...

Ocular surface disease (OSD) is a well-established comorbid condition in patients with ocular hypertension and glaucoma. Like glaucoma, its incidence increases with age. Long-term IOP reduction with topical antiglaucoma pharmacotherapy is a serious challenge in this affected population - whether due to OSD or the medication. Faculty will engage learners in an evidence-based interactive expert panel discussion that will analyze the scope of the problem, identify modifiable risk factors which im...

Glaucoma is a major public health concern. More than 2 million U.S. adults are currently affected, and that number is expected to increase by 50% or more by the year 2020. Nearly half are unaware of their glaucoma and do not receive treatment. Each year, there are more than 7 million office visits related to screening, evaluation, and management of glaucoma. Glaucoma is a significant component of most comprehensive ophthalmology practices. Since patients experience no symptoms in the early sta...

Target Audience: This activity is designed for ophthalmologists. No prerequisites required. Objectives: After completing this activity, participants will demonstrate the ability to: EVALUATE the results of the latest clinical trials for the management of retinal vein occlusions. ASSESS the results of the latest clinical trials for the management of diabetic macular edema. APPLY results from the latest clinical trials in retinal vein occlusion and diabetic macular edema in clinica...

Eye inflammation involves the abnormal swelling of any ocular tissues. The condition can be the result of an exogenous insult, either iatrogenic or accidental, in addition to an endogenous source such as an autoimmune disease or pathogen. These insults cause disruption of the blood barrier and cellular infiltration, leading to intraocular inflammation. Two common causes of ocular inflammation are uveitis and cataract surgery. Uveitis is inflammation that occurs in the uveal tract of the ey...

A professor of ophthalmology at the University of Philadelphia's School of Medicine provides the nonophthalmic community with the several causes of red eye, their clinical presentations, and the differential diagnosis, and management. The various manifestations of red eye are well illustrated and clearly help the physician in recognizing the different causes of this very common, but occasionally very serious condition. This lecture and the post-test is worth 1.5 credit hours. The author ...

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A one and a half day symposium designed to enhance the ability of pediatricians, family practitioners, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other health care professionals to care for children.

OVERVIEW Ocular surface diseases are important public health issues that have negative impacts on the quality of life and productivity of patients. Because they are more common in older females and perceived as female diseases, patients from different demographics are frequently underdiagnosed. Furthermore, statistics conclude that eye care professionals underappreciate the impact of ocular surface diseases on patients’ quality of life and productivity and do not appear to fully recogniz...

DESCRIPTION The total number of people worldwide with diabetes mellitus is projected to rise from 171 million in 2000 to 366 million in 2030. In the United States, almost 24 million or 8 percent of the population has diabetes mellitus. Approximately 4.0 million Americans age 40 and older have diabetic retinopathy, 900,000 of whom have vision threatening disease, defined as pre-proliferative retinopathy, macular edema, or both. Diabetic retinopathy remains the leading cause of blindness in ad...

Overview CME certified newsletters and podcasts Concise reviews of important journal literature and corresponding case based podcast discussions Provided completely without charge or prerequisites Delivered directly to your email inbox Program Learning Objectives: After participating in this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to: Evaluate corticosteroids and anti-VEGF drugs alone or in combination with laser therapy for the treatment of diabetic retinopathy Desc...

Nicolas J. Volpe, MD, is professor and Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. Here, he discusses the signs and symptoms of neuro-ophthalmic vision loss, and neuro-ophthalmic examination and testing. This lecture and the post-test is worth 1.5 credit hours. Distinction should be made between vision loss in one eye versus bilateral vision loss, says the author, and then characterized subjectively as complete blindness,...

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