Pacific Coast Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Symposium

Pacific Coast Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Symposium is organized by University of California, Irvine (UCI) School of Medicine Medical Education and will be held on Apr 11, 2026 at UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, Irvine, California, United States of America.

Description:
This one-day event will bring together colleagues and experts from across the West Coast to share insights and advancements in amblyopia & strabismus, global pediatric eye care, and innovative surgical techniques. It will be a special opportunity to connect with peers, exchange clinical pearls, and strengthen our collective expertise — while also inspiring the next generation of pediatric ophthalmologists!

Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, learners will be able to:

1. Evaluate and manage pediatric anterior segment abnormalities and pediatric glaucoma, incorporating current diagnostic techniques and treatment strategies to optimize visual outcomes.
2. Describe the genetic basis of pediatric ocular diseases, recognize systemic conditions associated with pediatric eye disorders, and apply genetic testing to guide diagnosis and management.
3. Understand retinal findings associated with abusive head trauma, inherited retinal disorders, retinoblastoma, and retinopathy of prematurity.
4. Understand the genetic basis of pediatric ocular diseases and recognize systemic conditions associated with pediatric eye disorders.
5. Diagnose and manage torsional and oblique strabismus, understanding appropriate surgical interventions to improve ocular alignment and visual function.
6. Apply new techniques for horizontal strabismus surgical dosing in special situations, dose adjustment in classic strabismus, and botox augmentation on large esotropia.
7. Better understand complex strabismus cases in both adults and children, evaluate the effects of bupivacaine on extraocular muscles, and utilize advanced methods to manage cranial nerve palsies.