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The following courses are offered by the
Michigan Optometric Association, and unless otherwise noted, under the approval from LARA and the Michigan Board of Optometry, have been accredited by the Michigan Optometric Association for licensed Michigan optometrists.
These continuing education hours can be used towards the 20 hours of education
that may be completed in non-live (asynchronous) format for Michigan licensed optometrists.
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Modernizing Optometry in Michigan
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Presenter: Dr. Nathan Lighthizer
1 hour of MOA accredited CE & Certificate of Completion for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will discuss what modernizing your practice would mean for you and your patients and answer these questions;
Why modernizing my practice?
How can this affect my patient care?
What skills would I need in practice?
State of Michigan Required Courses
Controlled Substance Awareness Training
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Presenter: Susan DeVuyst-Miller
1 hour of MOA accredited CE & Certificate of Completion for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Clinical Optometry
Description: This course will inform attendees on aspects of prescribing controlled substances as well as discuss the use of opioids and other controlled substances integration of treatment including alternative treatments for pain management the stigma of addiction. It will also explain counseling points on the effects and risks associated with using opioids and other controlled substances state and federal laws regarding prescribing and dispensing controlled substances security features and proper disposal requirements for prescriptions.
Human Trafficking - What Michigan Optometrists Need to Know - NEW! January 2025
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Presenter: Lillian Kalaczinski, OD
1 hour of MOA accredited CE & Certificate of Completion for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Clinical Optometry
Description:
This course meets the State of Michigan requirement (R 338.303 effective December 21, 2016) that requires training for healthcare providers on recognizing the signs of human trafficking.
This course will inform attendees on all aspects of human trafficking including the definition and types of human trafficking the scope of the problem in Michigan and the U.S. and common venues where trafficking occurs.
Implicit Bias Training - Certificate of Completion Only
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Presenter: Rita Walters, OD
2 hours of MOA accredited CE & Certificate of Completion for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Clinical Optometry
Description: Using a cultural lens, this workshop will define implicit bias, its characteristics, factors that influence implicit bias, and the consequences of implicit bias in the workplace. The critical role of use of self in working with culturally diverse populations will be explored, along with micro- and macro-level evidence based practices to de-biasing. Particular attention will be given to the significance of understanding how one’s own values, beliefs, and attitudes affect health care service delivery in both positive and negative ways. Strategies of best practices in developing and sustaining culturally sensitive working relationships with patients will be presented using case vignettes.
Implicit Bias Training - 2 Hours of COPE Accredited CE & Certificate of Completion
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Presenter: Rita Walters, OD
2 hours of COPE accredited CE & Certificate of Completion
LARA Classification: Clinical Optometry
Description: This course will provide 2 hours of CE in addition to the certificate of completion required by LARA. Using a cultural lens, this workshop will define implicit bias, its characteristics, factors that influence implicit bias, and the consequences of implicit bias in the workplace. The critical role of use of self in working with culturally diverse populations will be explored, along with micro- and macro-level evidence based practices to de-biasing. Particular attention will be given to the significance of understanding how one’s own values, beliefs, and attitudes affect health care service delivery in both positive and negative ways. Strategies of best practices in developing and sustaining culturally sensitive working relationships with patients will be presented using case vignettes.
Additional On Demand Courses
The following courses are offered by the Michigan Optometric Association and have been
accredited by the Michigan Optometric Association
for licensed Michigan optometrists
under the authority of LARA and the Michigan Board of Optometry.
These continuing education hours can be used towards the 20 hours of education
that may be completed in non-live (asynchronous) format for Michigan licensed optometrists.
A Primer on Anterior Segment Disease - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Susan Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will instruct the attendees on a clinical presentation of anterior segment disease, to include the eyelids and eyelashes; bulbar and palpebral conjunctiva; cornea, tear film, and anterior chamber. It will include pearls on the proper diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of both common and rare anterior segment conditions.
Advances in Hematological Disorders
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Sherrol Reynolds, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will cover recent advances in technology and therapeutics that are improving our understanding and ability to diagnosed and treat the ocular complications of hematological disorders.
Arnold Was Wrong, It is a Tumor! Now What?
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, DipABO
1 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: What do we do for our patients when the worse case scenario is true? What should you do once the MRI comes back with an intracranial mass and how do we help to co-manage these patients.
Complications of Pharmaceuticals Every Optometrists Should Know - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Gregory Caldwell, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: Optometrists use topical and oral (systemic) pharmaceuticals for the treatment of a variety of ocular conditions in patient care. Comparably, systemic medicines are used to treat numerous conditions by various practitioners in the healthcare system. These treatments or pharmaceutical agents have the potential to produce ocular adverse side effects and systemic complications. This course will discuss the complications and adverse events that every optometrist should know. This presentation will immediately aid in everyday patient care.
Contact Lens Update - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Susan Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Clinical Optometry
Description: A sequela of the pandemic was our loss of in-person education. Here is a review of the myriad new technologies in contact lenses that have recently launched, and those on the way.
Diabetes Case Studies
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Paul Chous, MA, OD, FAAO
2 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course presents a variety a diabetes case studies designed to help the practicing optometrist better manage patients with and at-risk for diabetes, as well as those with diabetic retinopathy and macular edema.
Eye on Leadership: How to Effectively Communicate with Staff
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Steve Vargo, OD, MBA
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Practice Management
Description: In today's changing landscape, leaders need to do more than manage, they need to inspire change! Learn key principles that will make you a more effective communicator, and as a result more effective at implementing change in the workplace.
Eyelid Ptosis: Make the Right Diagnosis - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Susan Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: In this lecture, Dr. Gromacki will discuss recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of acquired ptosis. She will review what constitutes an urgent referral; a non-urgent referral; and when and how optometrists can manage the condition themselves. The latter includes the important history questions; the causes of acquired ptosis; how to perform the clinical testing needed for documentation and diagnosis; a review of the literature; and a pharmacological treatment that can be performed by ODs in-office.
Getting on The Corneas Nerves
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, DipABO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: The cornea is the window of the eye. When it becomes compromised patients quality of vision and life suffer. Dry eye disease is one of the most common problems of the cornea, however it is not the only one. This lecture will discuss the neurotrophic and neuropathic cornea and how it should be managed to help maintain the health and clarity of the cornea.
Glaucoma Progression
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Originally presented at MOA 2022 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Murray Fingeret, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CEfor Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: One important area in the management of glaucoma is the detection of change or progression. This course will explain the assessment of the optic nerve, retinal nerve fiber layer and visual field in looking for change, which instruments come into play, and how they enable the clinician to monitor for progression.
Glaucoma Therapy Update
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Originally presented at MOA 2022 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Murray Fingeret, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will examine innovations in the therapy glaucoma. There have been several new therapies recently introduced including medications, drug delivery and surgical devices. This course will describe these developments as well as future changes.
How to Profit with Vision Plans
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: April Jasper, OD
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Practice Management
Description: This course will teach doctors and staff how to get the most out of their vision plans. During this course participants will navigate through frame inventory, board management, and discuss analysis of the most profitable lenses for the major vision plans. How to code and bill for maximizing profits will be covered as well.
Is it Glaucoma or a Masquerader
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, DipABO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: When evaluating new patients to your practice or a previous patient, it is important to monitor optic nerve changes. When we see RNFL thinning and or visual field loss, we know we need to treat the patient for glaucoma. But what is the true underlying etiology? In this lecture we will explore the diagnostic and management differences between primary open angle and low tension glaucoma versus secondary glaucoma and other ONH changes.
Multiple Sclerosis: Some Basics Worth Understanding
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Paul Chous, MA, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course considers the epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment of multiple sclerosis, with an eye towards newer diagnostic technologies and disease modifying drugs (DMD). An emphasis will be placed on ocular findings that frequently accompany this condition.
New Ideas in Glaucoma
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Originally presented at MOA 2022 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Murray Fingeret, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will describe new ideas related to the diagnosis and management of glaucoma. Included in the discussion will be new information related to intraocular pressure and how it varies. Also, artificial intelligence will be discussed and how its use to change how we diagnose and manage glaucoma.
OCT Case Analysis
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Originally presented at MOA 2022 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Diana Shechtman, OD
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: OCT is a diagnostic modality commonly used in the evaluation of retinal disease. With some of its new advancement and capabilities, OCT has provided better insight in the assessment, which may go beyond macular disease. This lecture will present various cases where OCT analysis played a key role in the evaluation & management of the retinal condition.
Ocular Nutrition Tying Function, Structure, and Molecular All Together - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Gregory Caldwell, OD, FAAO
2 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: Oxidative stress and damage are the hallmarks of chronic disease which is easily identified with our current and new instruments and technologies. This course will introduce and review concepts of integrative and complementary medicine and provide clinicians with clinical pearls, diagnostic interpretation and approaches, present-day and recently approved nutraceutical and therapeutic opportunities, and guidance on becoming a great Integrative Optometrist.
Optometric Evaluation of the Autistic Patient
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Tamara Petrosyan, OD
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: General Optometry
Description: This course will review the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder and perform an overview of testing procedures for examining pediatric patients with Autism.
Pain Management - Opioid Use, Misuse, and Principles of Prescribing
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, DipABO
2 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pain Management
Description: This course will update prescribers on the pharmaceutical management of ocular pain using opioid and non-opioid medications. Adverse effects of opioid use, signs of misuse, and treatment of opioid overdose will be highlighted.
Pain Management
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This lecture was recorded in October 2023
Presenter: Bradley Habermehl, OD
2 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pain Management
Description: This course will discuss different types of pharmaceuticals available to control pain and how they are used to manage pain for the patients.
Retinal Grand Rounds Cases from the Vault
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Originally presented at MOA 2022 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Diana Shechtman, OD
2 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This lecture will cover retinal disease topics, from the typical to the atypical. Case presentation format will be used to discuss clinical presentation and treatment options. Pathophysiology and overall management will be emphasized.
Sleep Disorders: What Optometrists Need to Know
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Paul Chous, MA, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course considers the impact of common sleep disorders on both ocular and systemic disease. Strategies for diagnosis and treatment will be presented.
Tackle Toxicity: Medication Induced Retinal Complications
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Sherrol Reynolds, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course presents the latest information, clinical presentations, diagnostic findings, and management of medications, including newer medications induced vision-threatening retinal toxicities.
The ABC's of CXL (Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking) - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Susan Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: An optometrist whose practice has treated over 1000 eyes with corneal collagen crosslinking CXL will present the clinical management strategies before, during, and after CXL. These include patient selection and education, mechanism of action, postoperative care, and optimal contact lens correction with specialty designs after the procedure. Cases will be presented.
The Answer is Yes: Communication Skills That Boost Patient Acceptance
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Steve Vargo, OD, MBA
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Practice Management
Description: Healthcare professionals spend a great deal of time educating patients. Patients politely listen, but often fail to act on the doctor's recommendations. What if you could be more effective at getting the patient to not just listen, but act on the information you share? This presentation will teach you strategic communication skills that will improve both clinical outcomes for the patient and financial outcomes for the practice.
The Corneal Dystrophies and Degenerations: Pearls for Diagnosis and Management - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Susan Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS
2 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: Corneal dystrophies have both systemic and genetic components, and we are learning more about them each day. What is that abnormality in your patient’s cornea and what should you do about it? You will learn via a layer-by-layer review of corneal dystrophies, utilizing the presenter’s own clear images. Special emphasis will be placed on each condition’s association with systemic disease. The newest development—in-office genetic testing for over 70 mutations of the TGFBI gene, commercially available in 2021—will be discussed in great detail.
The Future of Optometry: Where is the Industry and Where is it Going?
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: April Jasper, OD
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: General Optometry
Description: In this course, we will review macro trends in eye care, including the supply and demand of doctors, student graduation demographics, and overall industry health. Additionally, telehealth and monitoring technology will be discussed as options to help bridge the gap between patient demand and doctor availability.
The Most Common Autoimmune Diseases: The Latest Update
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Sherrol Reynolds, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: Autoimmune diseases are a major threat to both systemic and visual health. Early diagnosis is vital to prevent vision loss vision as well as disability and death. The latest in research including COVID 19 risks, advances in technology, and therapeutics to treat the ocular complications of the most common autoimmune conditions will be presented.
The Non-Healing Cornea: Neurotrophic Keratitis - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Gregory Caldwell, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: Neurotrophic keratitis is an end-stage and advanced corneal disease often missed or overlooked. This course will reveal how to recognize, diagnose, treat, and management neurotrophic keratitis. A biologic agent will be discussed on how use to treat this disease. This course will use case studies to help improve outcomes in patient care.
The Ugly Truth About Demodex Blepharitis
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, DipABO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: When is blepharitis not JUST blepharitis? Demodex is a tiny mite that occurs on our skin and lives within out hair follicles, including on our eyes. Ocular infestation can cause all sorts of complaints from patients. It is important to know how to identify these bugs and how to control them. Join me as we discuss the Demodex Diaries.
Therapeutic Roundup
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, DipABO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will discuss the most recent therapeutic advancements within anterior and posterior segment ocular disease as well as drug candidates currently within late-stage investigation with an emphasis on novel drug delivery and first in class medications.
Thyroid and Thyroid Eye Disease - What Every Clinician Needs to Know - NEW 2025!
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Originally presented at MOA 2025 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Gregory Caldwell, OD, FAAO
2 hours of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course unravels and illustrates the close association between the eye and thyroid dysfunction. Clinical features, appropriate laboratory testing, clinical examination, and traditional and biologic therapeutic options will be reviewed. The ocular manifestations and management of this condition will be discussed. Nutrients play various roles in proper thyroid function and cellular sensitivity, these nutrients will be reviewed and discussed.
Tumor or Not: You Make the Call
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Originally presented at MOA 2022 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Diana Shechtman, OD
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: The proper diagnosis of a posterior segment ocular lesion may be challenging. This course reviews a variety of posterior ocular lesions, highlighting the associated underlying systemic disease. Proper management and possible treatment will be emphasized.
"Under Pressure" The New Hypertension Guidelines
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Originally presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Sherrol Reynolds, OD, FAAO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will provide the latest information on hypertension (HTN) and hypertensive retinopathy (HTR). Emphasis will be newest HTN guidelines.
Urgency or Emergency: 3rd, 4th, 6th, and 7th Nerve Palsies
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Originally Presented at MOA 2023 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Tamara Petrosyan, OD
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: Cranial nerve palsies can occur in patients of all ages and from various etiologies. This course will review the anatomy, physiology, etiology, and management of four cranial nerve palsies in the primary care setting.
When Good Retinal Surgery Makes Glaucoma Go Bad
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Originally presented at MOA 2024 Winter Seminar
Presenter: Jessica Steen, OD, FAAO, DipABO
1 hour of MOA accredited CE for Michigan licensed optometrists
LARA Classification: Pharmaceutical Management
Description: This course will discuss the management of glaucoma in patients who have undergone vitreoretinal procedures. The likelihood of development of glaucoma is increased following surgical management of vitreoretinal disease including pars plana vitrectomy, and intravitreal injections of gas, silicone oil, steroid, and anti-VEGF agents and therefore these individuals require special consideration. Using case examples, this course will discuss underlying cause of elevated intraocular pressure and glaucoma in patients who have undergone vitreoretinal procedures and will highlight treatment pearls and management considerations.
Certificate of Completion:
After successfully completing the post-course test with a 70% or greater score, the MOA will email a Certificate of Completion. Per the Optometry General Rules, this certificate should be retained for 4 years after the date of applying for license renewal. The MOA will keep a copy of this certificate on file during that time frame as well.
