Workshops contingent on Adequate Enrollment. SCO reserves the right to cancel any workshop in advance if registration is inadequate. If a workshop is cancelled, you will be notified, and all fees will be refunded.

2 pm to 6 pm
Workshop 1: Advanced Coding Strategies for the Optometric Practice
COPE ID: 19896-PM
4 hours
$240
H.S. Ghazi-Birry, MS, MD, OD '01, PhD, OCS
Christopher W. Lievens, OD, MS

This four hour interactive workshop is ideal for the practice that provides full-scope optometric care. Optometrists and office staff will gain tremendous insight into the reimbursement process. Coding scenarios are presented for a variety of anterior and posterior segment conditions in case-based format. Attendees will have the opportunity be hands-on during the coding process after a review of examination findings and data. A discussion of ICD-10, reimbursement requirements and documentation will follow each example.

Basic coding knowledge is required for this workshop.

1 to 3 pm
Workshop 2: Optometry and the Web
COPE approval Pending
2 hours
$80
Charles Kinnaird, OD, FAAO

The Internet provides a powerful resource of informational sources for the optometric practice. Join our instructor in exploring online resources for solving patient care questions efficiently. Participants will investigate real patient care issues in a live navigation. Review and evaluation of each resource will be provided.

3 to 5 pm
Workshop 3: Examination and Management of the Infant
COPE ID: 20053-FV
2 hours
$100
Glen Steele, OD, FCOVD

This course will briefly address the recommended equipment, office setup, history and examination of the infant. Included will be pearls for making the examination easier for the child, parent and doctor. The assessment and diagnosis of eye and vision conditions most likely encountered in the examination of an infant including differential diagnoses will be used to guide the optometrist into the appropriate treatment plan. This course includes demonstration of procedures with infant patient participants.

7 am–8 am
Continental Breakfast


8 am–10 am
Course 1: Health, Nutrition, and the Aging Eye
COPE ID: 21786-SD
CEE, DTM
2 hours
$45
Cynthia Heard, OD, FAAO

This course will address topics and issues important in the comprehensive management of adult patients. The optometrist will be exposed to general principles of health maintenance, nutrition and environmental concerns as they related to the ocular and visual consequences of aging.


10 am–Noon
Course 2: The Role of Intraocular Pressure Control in Glaucoma Management
COPE ID: 16150-GL
DTM
2 hours
$45
John J. McSoley, OD, FAAO

This course explores the relationship of intraocular pressure to glaucoma diagnosis and management. Discussion will review literature, including recent studies, and clinical experience to determine and support treatment goals for your patients.


Noon–1 pm
Lunch & Learn: Emerging Trends in the Treatment of Glaucoma & Allergy
$8


1 pm–3 pm
Course 3: Glaucoma Grand Rounds
COPE ID: 16798-GL
CEE, DTM
2 hours
$45
John J. McSoley, OD, FAAO

This course uses case presentations to launch a discussion of practical issues encountered in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma.


3 pm–5 pm
Course 4: The Essentials of Fluorescein Angiography Interpretation
COPE Approval Pending
CEE, DTM
2 hours
$45
Charles Kinnaird, OD, FAAO

Fluorescein angiography plays an important role in the assessment and management of posterior segment disease. Presented in an exciting discussion format, this course provides a step-by-step interpretation of angiographic images that illustrate key retinal and choroidal characteristics.




7:30 am–8 am
Continental Breakfast


8 am–10 am
Course 5: Vision and Learning: The Optometrist's Role and Community Resources
COPE ID: 21850-FV
2 hours
$45
Bernard Sparks, MS, OD ’77, FAAO
David Damari, OD, FCOVD, FAAO
Marc Taub, OD, FAAO

Vision problems can and oftentimes will affect our patients ability to learn while in school or on the job. This course outlines common conditions, evaluation methods, and management resources for the primary care optometrist. Designed for the busy optometric practice, the instructors will provide valuable “take-home” strategies to enhance this area of patient care.


10 am–Noon
Course 6: Evolving Trends in AMD
COPE ID: 15441-PS
CEE, DTM
2 hours
$45
Leo Semes, OD, FAAO

AMD is now among the four leading causes of irreversible blindness. As optometrists, we can play a role in the management of this disorder, from treatment strategies to rehabilitation to prevention.


Noon–1 pm
Lunch & Learn: New Horizons in Dry Eye Treatment
$8


1 pm–3 pm
Course 7: Pharmacology Update
COPE ID: 20410-PH
CEE, DTM
2 hours
$45
Leo Semes, OD, FAAO

This course will provide a complete review and update on all aspects of pharmacology relevant to the comprehensive practice of optometry.

DTM courses satisfy Tennessee requirements for education in diagnosis, treatment and management of ocular disease.    
CEE = Education with examination, formerly TQ (transcript quality).
COPE Pending = Course has been submitted for COPE approval. Please reference any state specific requirements. For specific questions, contact ce@sco.edu.

Join us for lunch while you continue to learn! Limited to 100 participants.

SATURDAY
Emerging Trends in the Treatment of Glaucoma & Allergy

SUNDAY
New Horizons in Dry Eye Treatment