61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

Friday, March 9, 2018


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Crowne Plaza Columbus - Downtown - Columbus, OH
2 Day Conference March 9th - 10th, 2018
11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit Hours

Description

Practicing comprehensive ophthalmologists routinely evaluate patients with cornea and retinal problems, as well as glaucoma.   Over the past several years, there have been significant diagnostic and therapeutic advances in the field of glaucoma, anterior segment/cornea, diabetic retinopathy, cataract surgery, and other areas.  The 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology will educate ophthalmologists who may be unaware of these new advancements.   In addition, first line providers will be familiarized with new medications and procedures as there has been an increase of patients needing treatment and surgeries. 


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Dates and Times

Start: 3/9/2018 12:00 AM
End: 3/10/2018 12:00 AM

Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, learners will be able to:

 1. Explain the current treatment recommendations and guidelines for the management of diabetic retinopathy.

2. Apply current treatment and testing guidelines for scleritis, episcleritis, and peripheral ulcerative keratitis.

3. Recognize the ophthalmic manifestations of non-ocular malignancies.

4. Describe and implement various targeted therapies and immunobiologic agents in the treatment of ocular disease.

5. Develop a systematic approach to patients with tearing and eyelid malpositions.

6. Interpret the outcomes of glaucoma studies as the apply to clinical practice.

7. Formulate an approach to cataract surgery in the setting of uveitis and other complex pathologies.

8. Evaluate new tools in the management of glaucoma.

9. Explain and improve the thought processes ophthalmologists use in decision-making.

10. Develop strategies to identify patients with factitious illness


Pricing

Tier Price
Non OSU Physician $350.00
OSU Faculty $275.00
Other, non-physician health care provider $200.00

Speakers

  • Dr. Daniel Johnson, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Courtney Kauh, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Paul Lee, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
  • Dr. William LLoyd, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Louise Mawn, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Mary O'Hara, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Michael Snyder, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Fatoumata Yanoga, MD
    • 61st Annual Postgraduate Symposium in Ophthalmology: Beyond the Basics: Subspecialty Tips for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

Location

Crowne Plaza Columbus - Downtown
33 E Nationwide Blvd
Columbus, OH 43215

Accreditation Statement

The Ohio State University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation Statement

The Ohio State University designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) . Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.