Course Description
The Glauc-Go Course is an innovative, intermediate-level online training program designed for eye specialists practicing general or comprehensive ophthalmology. This cutting-edge course offers a comprehensive update on glaucoma diagnosis, management, and medical therapy initiation. Accessible from the comfort of your clinic, office, or home, this course is ideal for ophthalmologists seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in glaucoma care.
What students will learn
- Advanced techniques in glaucoma diagnosis and monitoring
- Initiation and management of medical therapy for glaucoma
- Identification of rapid progressors in glaucoma
- Contemporary surgical options, including MIGS, trabeculectomy, and tube procedures
- Low vision therapy and rehabilitation for glaucoma patients
- Integration of low vision care into glaucoma management
- Latest updates in glaucoma treatment and care
Prerequisites
- Certified general ophthalmologist with local medical/specialist licensing
- Completion of "Glaucoma for the General Ophthalmologist: Basic Knowledge"
- Completion of "Glaucoma for the General Ophthalmologist: Masterclasses"
Course Coverage
- Monitoring glaucoma progression and identifying rapid progressors
- Management of glaucoma, including medical and surgical approaches
- Glaucoma surgery techniques (MIGS, trabeculectomy, tube procedures)
- Future trends in glaucoma treatment
- Low vision therapy for glaucoma patients
- Aspects of vision and function in low vision
- Integration of low vision care into ophthalmic practice
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for general ophthalmologists and eye specialists who want to:
- Update their knowledge on glaucoma diagnosis and management
- Improve their skills in initiating medical therapy for glaucoma
- Enhance their understanding of surgical options for glaucoma
- Learn about low vision care and its integration into glaucoma management
Real-world applications
The skills acquired in this course will enable ophthalmologists to:
- Confidently diagnose and differentiate glaucoma from non-glaucoma presentations
- Implement appropriate first-line therapy for glaucoma patients
- Monitor glaucoma progression effectively and identify rapid progressors
- Make informed decisions about surgical interventions when necessary
- Provide comprehensive care for patients with low vision due to glaucoma
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in glaucoma treatment
- Improve overall patient outcomes through enhanced glaucoma management skills
Syllabus
Week 1: Monitoring of Glaucoma
- Identifying rapid progressors
- Techniques for monitoring disease progression
Week 2: Management of Glaucoma
- Glaucoma surgery (MIGS, trabeculectomy, tube procedures)
- Future trends in glaucoma treatment
Week 3: Low Vision Therapy for Glaucoma Patients
- Definition and aspects of low vision
- Functional impacts of low vision
- Goals of vision rehabilitation
- Integration of low vision care into glaucoma management
Week 4: Online Assessment
- Self-Assessment MCQ component (pass mark: 50%)
The Glauc-Go Course offers a unique opportunity for ophthalmologists to enhance their skills in glaucoma diagnosis, treatment, and management. By combining cutting-edge techniques with practical applications, this course equips eye specialists with the tools they need to provide exceptional care for their glaucoma patients. Don't miss this chance to stay at the forefront of ophthalmic practice and elevate your expertise in glaucoma care.
