CPD ref: C-101827 

Description: This case-based discussion workshop will evaluate the most effective ways of utilising OCT technology to enhance glaucoma diagnosis and management. We will review evidence-based, methodology for interpreting OCT data and how this can be related to all aspects of glaucoma patients from suspect glaucoma monitoring to initial management and long term follow up and trend analysis. We will also review the latest research relating to best practice in interpreting OCT scans in relation to glaucoma, as well as the current guidance on managing these cases. We will also review when to refer and when to monitor suspicious cases. Cases to be discussed will be drawn from a hospital glaucoma clinics including reason for referral from the referring optometrist.

Target audience: AS/SP/IP optometrist

Domains and learning outcomes
Specialty CPD - AS/SP/IP optometrist
Is able to effectively use clinical data from OCT interpretation to assit in the provisional diagnosis and monitoring of glaucomatous optic nerve and GCL changes
Be able to assess OCT scans with relation to the optic nerve and GCL
Be able to interpret the ONH reporting in a meaningful way
Relate the data gathering in a meaningful way to patient scenarios
Communication
Be able to explain to and educate patients regarding the scan data