May vary slightly
| Saturday, November 13th, 2021 | |
| Time | Event |
| 7am — 6pm |
Registration |
| 7am — 8am |
Continental Breakfast |
| 7:30am — 8:30am |
“Targeted Nutrition for Reduction Oxidation and Inflammation: Implications for Vision and Cognition Across the Lifespan” Jim Stringham, PhD 1hr D/T Sponsored by MacuHealth |
| 8:30am — 9:30am |
Branding Sessions (No CE credit) |
| 9:30am — 10am |
Visit with Vendors Sponsored by Luxottica |
| 10am — 11:40am |
“Out with the Hackneyed and in With the Neveau-eyed Looking at New Eyecare Treatment and Diagnosis Marc Bloomenstein, OD, FAAO 2hrs D/T |
| 11:40am — 1pm |
Visit with Vendors & Box Lunch Sponsored by J&J Vision, RVL Pharma, VISTA |
| 1pm — 2:40pm |
“Challenging Cases from the Front of the Eye to the Back of the Eye” Marc Bloomenstein, OD, FAAO 2hrs D/T |
| 2:40pm — 3pm |
Visit with Vendors Sponsored by Luxottica |
| 3pm — 5pm |
“Dry Eye – In With the Old, Out With the New” Kyle Sandberg, OD, FAAO 2hrs D/T |
| 5pm — 6:30pm |
“Human Trafficking” Rebecca Jowers, Poiema Foundation 1hr General / Human Trafficking Course |
| Sunday, November 14th, 2021 | |
| Time | Event |
| 7am — 6pm |
Registration |
| 7am — 8am |
Continental Breakfast |
| 7:30am — 8:30am |
“What is a Diabetic Eye Examination?” Craig Thomas, OD 1hr D/T Sponsored by Konan & Optovue |
| 8:30am — 9:30am |
Branding Sessions (No CE credit) |
| 9:30am — 10am |
Visit with Vendors Sponsored by Avesis |
| 10am — 11:40am |
“Retinal Potpourri” Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO 2hrs D/T |
| 12pm — 1pm |
Visit with Vendors & Box Lunch (No CE) Sponsored by Lumenis & Maculogix |
| 1pm — 2:40pm |
“Earlier Detection, Improved Outcomes for Wet AMD” Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO 2hrs D/T |
| 2:40pm — 3pm |
Visit with Vendors Sponsored by Avesis |
| 3pm — 4pm |
“Laboratory Testing for Posterior Segment Diseases” Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO 1hr D/T |
| 4pm — 5pm |
“Managing the Risks and Benefits of Pain Management with Opioid Analgesics” Peter J. Cass, OD 1hr D/T / Opioid Sponsored by Practice Compliance Solutions |
| 5pm — 6pm |
“2021 Professional Responsibility Course” Kyle Sandberg, OD, FAAO 1hr Ethics |
Course Summary:
1hr D/T
In this course, attendees will learn about the benefits across the lifespan of macular carotenoid and DHA + EPA supplementation for visual, cognitive, neurophysiological, and systemic health and performance. A brief history of the study of macular carotenoids will be presented, followed by a “tour of studies” that have examined effects of the lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin. Particular emphasis will be placed on the antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties of macular carotenoids, DHA, and EPA, and how they serve as mechanisms for visual, cognitive, and systemic health and performance effects. Data from studies conducted in utero through old age will be covered. Relatively new systemic effects associated with macular carotenoid status, including lowered blood cortisol and inflammatory markers, will also be discussed.
Sponsored By: MacuHealth
Course Summary:
2hrs D/T
This course will give an overview of some of the hottest treatment options for some of the oldest problems that plague our profession. This course will draw a contrast from some antiquated optometric therapies and diagnosis to that of the modern approach specifically looking at what the future holds.
Course Summary:
2hrs D/T
As ODs we tend to separate the front of the eye from the back of the eye. However, there are conditions that affect the eye from the anterior to posterior. This course will use cases examples to illustrate how, as ODs we need to treat the whole eye.
Course Summary:
2hrs D/T
This course is designed to bridge the gap between ophthalmologic history, anteriorsegment anatomy and the latest trends in dry eye management. Key clinical and professional take-home messages will be based on whether the most relevant evidence supports new or old therapies.
Course Summary:
1hr General / Human Trafficking Course
This course is approved by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and completes the requirement all optometrists need to renew their license. This in-person course allows for Q&A opportunities not available when taken online.
Course Summary:
1hr D/T
You will learn about the diagnosis and treatment of the ophthalmic manifestations of diabetes. Emphasis is placed on detecting diabetic retinal neurodegeneration with structure/function assessments and detecting subclinical vasculopathy with OCTA retinal imaging.
Sponsored By: Konan & Optovue
Course Summary:
2hrs D/T
This grand round style presentation will highlight challenging retinal cases that are sure to capture the audience’s interest. Topics discussed include complicated diabetic retinopathy, epiretinal membrane, macular telangiectasia, toxoplasmosis and peripheral retinal disease. Each case will highlight the latest in retinal imaging and how these technologies are used to augment careful fundus examination.
Course Summary:
2hrs D/T
This course is designed to enhance attendee’s understanding of the pathogenesis and staging of AMD, with an emphasis on intermediate dry disease and its conversion to neovascular wet AMD nAMD. Clinicians will be able to confidently recommend a remote home monitoring diagnostic program to enhance detection of conversion to nAMD earlier, while visual function is still good. Earlier detection of nAMD leads to timely treatment and better visual outcomes.
Course Summary:
1hr D/T
A wide spectrum of posterior segment diseases is associated with systemic conditions ranging from disorders of the blood, to infectious, inflammatory Disease. This lecture reviews a number of these conditions and their indicated laboratory tests for confirmation of the diagnosis aiding with proper management.
Course Summary:
1hr D/T / Opioid
This course is required for any optometrists that prescribe opioids. The course will cover the history of opioid analgesic agents, issues with opioid over-use and addiction, the definitions and mechanisms of pain, and assessing patients in pain. You will learn how to create an effective pain management plan including, non-pharmacologic management, non-opioid analgesic management, and management with opioid analgesics.
Sponsored By: Practice Compliance Solutions
Course Summary:
1hr Ethics
This is the one-hour course in ethics professional responsibility required by the Texas Optometry Board to maintain optometric licensure in Texas.
