Maximizing OCT in the Diagnosis and
Management of Glaucoma
COPE #100306-GL
Event #131536
Expiration Date: 9/15/2028
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This 2-hour course covers retinal nerve fiber layer, optic disc, and macular thickness OCT scanning utilized in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma. A systematic strategy for interpretation is provided, and common pitfalls such as artifacts are reviewed. Progression detection using progression software is presented. Numerous case examples are utilized to show the clinical relevance of this technology. This lecture was recorded in July 2025 at our Victoria BC Conference.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Participants will learn a rapid, systematic format for the interpretation of optic nerve and retinal nerve fiber layer OCT in the diagnosis of glaucoma.
• Participants will learn the importance of macular scans in the diagnosis of glaucoma as well as the implications on central visual field testing.
• Participants will gain a better understanding of the common pitfalls and interpretation errors that may lead to false negative and false positive findings.
• Participants will learn the different ways to detect progression of structural loss in glaucoma, including trend-based and event-based progression.
This activity is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Alcon
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Getting to know our speakers
Danica J. Marrelli, OD, FAAO, AAO Diplomate (Glaucoma)
Danica Marrelli is the North Texas Study Group Clinical Professor at UHCO, where she serves as Assistant Dean for Clinical Education and Director of the Ocular Diagnostic and Medical Eye Service. In the classroom, Dr. Marrelli teaches ocular pharmacology, glaucoma and case-based learning courses. Dr. Marrelli became a diplomate in the ocular disease section of the American Academy of Optometry in November 2009 and is the president of the Optometric Glaucoma Society. She serves on the Education Committee for the Glaucoma Research Foundation. She received the American Academy of Optometry Foundation’s Michael G. Harris Family Award for Excellence in Optometric Education in 2024.