Precision Ophthalmology 2018 Optimizing the Refractive Status of the Eye

Precision Ophthalmology 2018 Optimizing the Refractive Status of the Eye is organized by Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (P&S) and will be held on Nov 30, 2018 at University Club, New York City, New York, United States of America.

The target audience for this medical event is Ophthalmologists. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Conference Description:
This year’s Precision Ophthalmology meeting will present a forum of key thought leaders, including Columbia faculty, who will present information and strategies to optimize the clinical treatment in the anterior segment of the eye in conditions such as Keratoconus, Refractive Errors, Ocular Surface diseases, Corneal conditions, and Cataracts.

Learning Objectives:
• Learn the genetics of keratoconus and detection strategies
• Learn about corneal collagen crosslinking for keratoconus and future treatments
• Understand the basic science of myopia and how to manipulate refractive error
• Learn about various methods of refractive surgery and how to individualize treatment
• Learn about the future of refractive surgery and techniques
• Understand the ocular microbiome and how to optimize the ocular surface
• Learn new technologies in specialized contact lenses
• Learn how to transition to newer techniques of corneal transplantation
• Understand how to manage corneal disease with various transplantation methods
• Learn to maximize results in current cataract surgery
• Understand how to manage glaucoma in the setting of cataract surgery
• Learn various femtosecond laser techniques and managing astigmatism in cataract surgery
• Present and learn challenging cataract cases

Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.