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CET Details
CET Summary
| CET Name : |
RMRT3 |
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| Target Group : |
Optometrists |
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| Standard of CET : |
Not Set |
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| Short CET Abstract : |
As optometry's scope increases to include certain therapeutic agents, topical ophthalmic drugs are first encountered. The most commonly prescribed topical ophthalmic drugs will be discussed with reference to their use, action, safety profile and possible adverse reactions |
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| CET Duration / Length : |
1 Learning Hour |
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| Number Of Points : |
1.00 |
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| Points Type : |
general |
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| CET Cost : |
GBP200 (part of group) |
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Further Details
| Learning Objectives : |
Understanding the indications for the use and/or prescription of the most common ophthalmic drugs.
PLEASE NOTE: There is only 1 session. The 2 speakers share the 1 session so both contribute to the same content and objectives.
Understanding the indications for the use and/or prescription of the most common ophthalmic drugs. |
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| Author Short CV(s) : |
Drs Ron Melton (OD, FAAO) and Randall Thomas (OD, FAAO) are both graduates of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (1981)and have attended the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology Course in “Ophthalmic Pathology for Ophthalmologists.” They have successfully completed the National Board Examination in Optometry and the International Association of Boards of Examiners in Optometry Examination on “Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease.” They have been honored as the “Glaucoma Educators of the Year” by the American Academy of Optometry. They are Fellows in the American Academy of Optometry. Both served as consultants to the Council on Clinical Optometric Care and the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association. They have been consultants in the areas of pathology and ocular pharmacology to the International Board of Examiners in Optometry. Both are members of the adjunct faculty at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Pacific University College of Optometry, and State University of New York College of Optometry.
They have lectured throughout the US and internationally on the topics of ocular differential diagnosis and medical management of the eye diseases. Together they have authored many articles in the optometric literature, including the annual “Clinical Guide to Ophthalmic Drugs” in Review of Optometry. Drs. Melton and Thomas are full-time clinicians delivering primary and secondary eye care in North Carolina.
More: http://www.eyeupdate.com/pages/meet_the_doctors.html
PLEASE NOTE: There is only 1 session. The 2 speakers share the 1 session so both contribute to the same content and objectives.
Drs Ron Melton (OD, FAAO) and Randall Thomas (OD, FAAO) are both graduates of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (1981)and have attended the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology Course in “Ophthalmic Pathology for Ophthalmologists.” They have successfully completed the National Board Examination in Optometry and the International Association of Boards of Examiners in Optometry Examination on “Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease.” They have been honored as the “Glaucoma Educators of the Year” by the American Academy of Optometry. They are Fellows in the American Academy of Optometry. Both served as consultants to the Council on Clinical Optometric Care and the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association. They have been consultants in the areas of pathology and ocular pharmacology to the International Board of Examiners in Optometry. Both are members of the adjunct faculty at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Pacific University College of Optometry, and State University of New York College of Optometry.
They have lectured throughout the US and internationally on the topics of ocular differential diagnosis and medical management of the eye diseases. Together they have authored many articles in the optometric literature, including the annual “Clinical Guide to Ophthalmic Drugs” in Review of Optometry. Drs. Melton and Thomas are full-time clinicians delivering primary and secondary eye care in North Carolina.
More: http://www.eyeupdate.com/pages/meet_the_doctors.html
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Assessment Methods and Facilities
| Modality : |
Lecture |
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| Closing Date (if applicable) : |
4-Sep-2010 |
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| Self-Assessment Method : |
Multiple Choice Questions |
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| Evidence of Completion : |
Simple Signed And Dated Certificate |
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| Feedback Collection Method : |
Course Feedback Sheet |
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| Special Facilities / Equipment : |
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Other Information
| Internal CET Reference : |
KZ31 |
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| Competencies Covered : |
Ocular Abnormalities for Optometrists |
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