Mon
February 24, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Live Surgical Demonstration: Basics of Macular Hole Surgery
Dr. David Miller
Vitreoretinal surgeon at Retina Associates of Cleveland, USA
Macular hole surgery has become highly successful in restoring vision for a once irreversible condition. We will stress ... the basics of obtaining successful outcomes for macular hole surgery, beginning with case selection, safe vitrectomy techniques, reproducible cost effective surgical techniques for ILM peeling, and post operative instructions.
Fri
March 6, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Fungal Keratitis
Dr. Aravind Roy
L V Prasad Eye Institute, India
Fungal keratitis is a common sight threatening cause of ocular morbidity in hot tropical climates. They are usually have a ... chronic presentation and predisposed to individuals who have sustained injury with vegetative matter, diabetics etc. The diagnosis is limited by lack of availability of microbiology laboratory services and corneal subspeciality care. Antifungal drugs are mainly fungistatic and limited by issues of bioavailability. The surgical modalities of treatment include intrastromal and intracameral injections, superficial keratectomy, tissue adhesives and penetrating keratoplasty. Our discussion on this topic will address clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical and surgical management options for fungal keratitis.
Fri
March 13, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Anatomy of the OCT Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Scan
Dr. Sowmya Srinivas
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, New Hampshire, USA
This live webinar will review the interpretation of an OCT scan for neuro-ophthalmic disorders including glaucoma. It will also ... include valuable tips for integrating this technology to your clinical practice using a case-based discussion.
Fri
March 20, 2020
14:00-15:00 GMT/UTC
Update on the Spectrum of Orbital Inflammatory Disorder
Dr. Vivian Yin
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
This webinar will review the diagnosis and management of infection and non-infection orbital inflammatory disorder, ... including IgG4 disease, granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Wegner’s), histiocytosis X, and idiopathic orbital inflammation. We will discuss the use of immunomoduators and typical regimen for each of the above disorders. The surgical approach and challenges for these diseases will also be addressed.
Thu
March 26, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Dispensing 101: How Do I Make Up the Spectacles
Dr. Sarah Wassnig
London, United Kingdom
"Join Dr Sarah Wassnig as she discusses fitting spectacle lenses, adjusting frames and making repairs. Learn about different ... lens materials, the latest lenses on the market, how to adjust frames with different materials, and how to troubleshoot poor fitting spectacles. For dispensing opticians needing a refresher on dispensing pearls and optometrists who are frequently required to work in the dispensing lab.
Thu
April 2, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Pediatric Uveitis
Dr. Christopher Tinley
The University of Cape Town, South Africa.
During this live webinar, Dr. Tinley will talk about uveitis in children in general, as well as its profile in Cape Town, South ... Africa. Dr. Tinley will specifically review the new guidelines on the treatment of JIA-associated uveitis: Update of the evidence based, interdisciplinary guideline for anti-inflammatory treatment of uveitis associated with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Semin Arthritis Rheum. 2019 Aug;49(1):43-55. Lastly, Dr. Tinley will briefly discuss paediatric uveitic cataract and 'new frontiers' in uveitis management.
Fri
April 20, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Maximizing the Success of Trabeculectomy and Assessing the Post Op Filter
Dr. Jody R. Piltz-Seymour
Clinical Professor, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, USA
This webinar will review the basic steps of trabeculectomy and how to approach each step to minimize complications. We will ... then review how to assess the success of the trabeculectomy, how to determine the cause of post operative complications and how to treat any post operative complications.
Thu
April 23, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Treatment Options for Moderate to Advanced Glaucoma: A Case-Based Discussion
Dr. Malik Kahook, Dr. Husam Ansari & Dr. Pradeep Ramulu
Dr. Malik Y. Kahook, University of Colorado, USA
Dr. Husam Ansari, Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston, USA
Dr. Pradeep Ramulu, Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, USA
Dr. Husam Ansari, Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston, USA
Dr. Pradeep Ramulu, Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, USA
During this highly-interactive panel webinar, a case presentation will be followed by a ... wide ranging discussion on treatment options for patients with moderate to advanced glaucoma. Topics will include optimizing medical treatment, laser therapy as well as incisional interventions for lowering intraocular pressure.
Thu
April 30, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Humphrey Field Analyzer: What the Machine Does to the Patient
Dr. Siddharth Dikshit
L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), India
The Humphrey Field Analyzer has been one of the most commonly used diagnostic test for Glaucoma over many ... decades. For a better understanding of the diagnostic process we need to understand how the machine works. This will help us extract better compliance from the patient performing the test. The device, especially the software is evolving, and has brought many new features making it relevant in today's era. I would be talking about what the machine does to the eye being tested, how it responds to the trigger, or the lack of it, how this impacts the result and how the device is evolved over time.
Wed
May 6, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Prescribing Prism for Diplopia in Neuro-Ophthalmic Disorders
Dr. Kelsey Moody Mileski
Emory Eye Center, USA
During this live webinar, we discuss the role of using prism to alleviate diplopia. We will first describe the testing used to ... evaluate a diplopic patient. Next, we will use a step-wise approach to investigate the etiology of the double vision which will determine what type of prism to utilize. The advantages of permanent (ground-in), temporary (Fresnel) and occlusion will be addressed. Finally, cases will be used to illustrate how to prescribe prism for common neuro-ophthalmic and neurologic disorders including cranial nerve palsies, thyroid eye disease and neuro-degenerative disease.
Mon
May 18, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Pediatric Glaucoma
Dr. Daniel Neely
Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Professor of Ophthalmology | Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA
During this live webinar, Dr Neely will review the evaluation and management of common pediatric glaucomas. Instruction will ... include surgical videos and discussion of surgical techniques. Live audience questions are encouraged but participants may also submit questions or patient cases for discussion in advance by entering those in the Comments section below.
Tue
May 26, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Dysthyroid Optic Neuropathy, Management of 3rd Nerve Palsy & Neurovascular Imaging
Dr. Karl Golnik
Dr. Karl Golnik, Neuro-ophthalmologist | University of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
At the completion of the lecture the participant should be able to: Describe new vascular neuroimaging techniques, ... describe the approach to Thyroid Optic Neuropathy, and describe the management of isolated 3rd nerve palsy in adults.
Fri
June 12, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Congenital Cataracts: What Do You Need to Know?
Dr. Donny Suh
Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus, Children's Hospital and Medical Center, Omaha, USA
During this live webinar, Dr. Suh will discuss when and what to work up for congenital cataracts, considerations prior to surgery, ... potentials for pitfalls during surgery, when and how to place the IOL, and lastly different surgical techniques in the United States and around the World.
Mon
June 29, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
Penetrating Keratoplasty: Preoperative Planning and Intraoperative Steps
Dr. James Lehmann
Dr. James Lehmann, former Orbis staff ophthalmologist (2005) and currently a cornea surgeon at Focal Point Vision in San Antonio, Texas, USA
During this live webinar, you will learn about patient selection, preoperative planning, and intraoperative steps in penetrating keratoplasty. ... Regarding the upcoming webinar, Dr. Lehmann stated, ”in spite of advances in lamellar keratoplasty, sometimes a penetrating keratoplasty is the best option for the patient.”
Wed
August 19, 2020
13:00-14:00 GMT/UTC
In Case of Emergency: Managing and Diagnosing Ocular Emergencies
Dr. Farah Gulaid & Dr. Kristen Thelen
Assistant Professors of Ophthalmology, Section of Optometry, Emory Eye Center, Georgia, USA
This webinar aims to educate eye care providers about ocular emergencies. We will go through cases which show common ... and un-common findings which need to be addressed in a timely manner. Some examples of topics we discuss include: acute angle closure glaucoma, retinal detachment, giant cell arteritis and open globe injuries. Throughout our Wenbinar, we discuss how to differentiate between a true ocular emergency and conditions that are less time sensitive.