Program

AEST

7:30am-8:30am

Sponsored Breakfast - Johnson and Johnson

Hirdesh Nair

9:00am-10:10am

Welcome
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Dr Zhichao Wu

AMD management: Latest clinical updates on biomarkers, treatments, and more

This presentation will provide the latest updates in the management of those with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by optometrists. This will include how OCT imaging can be used for improved characterisation of those with the early stages of AMD and earlier detection of late AMD, updates on emerging treatments and implications on clinical care.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand OCT imaging features in the early stages of AMD and their clinical significance.

• Use OCT imaging to detect signs of late AMD.

• Describe potential new treatments for atrophic AMD, and its potential implications for clinical care.

10:10am-10:20am

MORNING TEA AND TRADE EXPO

10:30am - 11:30am

Dr Andrew Huhtanen

Unlocking the scleral potential: A guide to the latest topics in scleral contact lenses

Whether you are new to fitting scleral lenses or looking to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and research, this presentation is designed to provide you with the knowledge and confidence to provide the best care for your scleral patients.  Discover the latest trends in fitting techniques, learn how to overcome common fitting challenges, and delve into contemporary topics of scleral lens wear. 

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the latest topics in scleral lens wear, and apply current fitting techniques for scleral lens patients.

12:30pm-1:30pm

1:30pm-2:30pm

Dr Amanda Douglass

Colour vision 101 - What’s that test and when do I use it?

This workshop will present a suggested colour vision workup that can be used by busy optometrists once a patient fails colour vision screening to provide both the severity and type of colour vision deficiency.

Further tests required for additional information and occupational testing will be demonstrated.

Learning Objectives: 

• Undertake colour vision testing to provide a congenital colour deficiency patient with a diagnosis of type and severity.

• Understand what tests are available for additional colour vision testing and how they work

2:30pm-3:30pm

A/Prof Heather Connor and Dr Bob Wang

Collaborative care for glaucoma

This presentation will cover:

• The basics of shared care.

• What is needed for shared care, including considerations for Medicare, legislation, and guidelines.

• Practical aspects including how to refer

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles of shared care.

• Develop strategies to begin shared care.

• Articulate what information is required for good, successful shared care.

3:30pm-4:00pm

4:00pm-5:00pm

A/Prof Heather Connor and Dr Bob Wang

Collaborative care for glaucoma - interactive case discussions

Following on from the presentation, this session will utilise interactive case discussions to apply your knowledge in collaborative care for glaucoma plus imaging interpretation (visual fields and OCT).

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles of shared care.

• Develop strategies to begin shared care.

• Articulate what information is required for good, successful shared care.

5:00pm

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