Lilly Arendt, O.D.
To Remove or Not to Remove: That is the Question
This course will discuss various anterior corneal pathologies and various tools to diagnose them. We will review the pathophysiology behind each condition. We will discuss the treatment and management of each condition and how superficial keratectomy can impact the corneal curvature prior to cataract surgery.
Corneal Edema: Care-based Insights and Emerging Therapies
Critical to the diagnosis and management of corneal edema and it’s the related pathophysiology, is the understanding of the corneal anatomy and the intricate balance between its layers. This presentation will review the science with specific focus on case-based clinical care utilizing commercially available imaging devices and pharmaceuticals. Additional emphasis will be placed on existing clinical practice guidelines to assist primary care optometry in a systematic approach to corneal edema diagnosis, management, and referral.