Indiana Optometric Association


Jan. 25th is the last day to avoid the $35 late fee - REGISTER TODAY!
 
IOA's Winter Seminar
Ritz Charles
12156 N Meridian Street (US 31), Carmel, IN
February 8, 2012
7 Optometric Continuing Education Hours Offered
 
 
 
 
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Continental Breakfast & Registration

 

9:00 am – 11:00 pm

Writing Oral Prescriptions

 
Jill Autry, O.D., R. Ph., Bellaire, TX

Description: Optometrists are increasingly using oral medications to treat ocular conditions. To correctly prescribe these pharmaceutical agents, it is important we understand the proper usage, dosages, and contraindications. In this lecture, a pharmacist/optometrist will detail how to properly use and write prescriptions for oral medications.

COPE 31860-PH  - 2  IOB / Therapeutic Hours

 

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Glaucoma Medications: What We Have and Where We’re Going

Jill Autry, O.D., R. Ph.,
Bellaire, TX

Description: Although encouraged by pharmacological developments of the last decade, we as physicians still struggle to prevent the blinding optic neuropathy characteristic of glaucoma. Medication side effects, cost considerations, and poor compliance are daily concerns. In this lecture, a pharmacist/optometrist will compare and contrast the current treatment modalities as well as offer a glimpse into the future of glaucoma treatment.
COPE ID 31626-GL - 1 Hour IOB/Therapeutic
 
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
LUNCH – Included
 
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Top Ten Pathology Pitfalls

Jill Autry, O.D., R. Ph., Bellaire, TX
 

Description: The diagnosis of uveitis is usually straightforward. It's the management that is frustrating. This course will outline proper management techniques to bring quicker relief to your patients.

COPE 28982-PD - 2 IOB Hours
 
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Therapeutic Jeopardy
 
Lee Peplinski, O.D., F.A.A.O., Louisville, KY
 

Description: An engaging question and answer session on a variety of therapeutic subjects.  Categories include:  Anterior segment, retina, glaucoma, and pharmacology.  Emphasis on therapeutic management for each answer discussed.  The learning objectives are to 1) expand knowledge of ocular disease management and 2) gain clinical "pearls" that can be applied immediately in clinical practice. 

COPE ID 31801-AS - 2 IOB/Therapeutic Hours
 
Register before January 25, 2012 to avoid the $35 late fee!
 
Visa & Mastercard Accepted

LODGING:  A group rate is available at Double Tree.  Hotels located within 1 mile of the Ritz Charles include:
Hilton Garden Inn
13090 Pennsylvania Street
(317)581-9400
Renaissance Indianapolis Hotel
11925 N. Meridian Street
(317) 816-0777
Springhill Suites
11855 N. Meridian Street
(317) 846-1800
Hampton Inn
12197 N. Merdian Street
(317) 843-1100
Residence Inn
11895 N. Meridian Street
(317) 846-2000
 
Double Tree
11355 N. Meridian Street
(800) 222- 8733
IOA Group Rate Code: IOA

QUESTIONS?  Contact Bridget Sims at blsims@ioa.org or (317) 237-3560 if you have any questions.

IOA's 2012 CE Events:
 
February 8 - Winter Seminar, Ritz Charles, Carmel

April 27-29 - Annual Convention - University Place Hotel, Indianapolis
 
July 11 - Summer Seminar, Ritz Charles, Carmel
 
October 3-4 - Fall Seminar, Indiana Memorial Union, Bloomington