OPTOD 1440: Advanced Topics for Ocular Surface Disease

Program
College
Chicago College of Optometry
Credits 0.5

This course will present various approaches in the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients with ocular surface disease. The utilization of diagnostic testing and the process in selection of appropriate treatment(s) will be introduced. Components of a dry eye evaluation will be discussed including diagnosis, dry eye consultation, home therapy considerations, pharmaceutical interventions, contact lens considerations, procedural heat and light therapy, and surgical approaches.

Prerequisites

OPTOD 1633 Surgical Management of the Eyelid & Ocular Adnexa