The Intersection of Optometry and Women's Health
COPE #106096-SD
Event #133403
Expiration Date: 7/24/2029
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This lecture offers an immersive and thorough exploration of the profound connections between a range of gynecological diseases and ocular health. It delves deep into the intricate connections between various common gynecological conditions, such as pregnancy, gynecological-related cancers (ovarian/uterine cancers), menopause, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and their profound impact on ocular health.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• To provide an in-depth understanding of the multifaceted relationship between gynecological diseases and ocular health
• To cultivate an adept ability to recognize a wide array of ocular symptoms that accompany gynecological diseases and conditions, including systemic manifestations linked to hormonal imbalances, autoimmune processes, infectious agents, and the unique challenges
• To emphasize the unique interdisciplinary collaboration between eye care providers, gynecologists, and other healthcare professionals
• To engage in the discussion of effective collaborative care, facilitating comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients grappling with ocular manifestations within the complex tapestry of gynecological diseases
• To review safe ophthalmic considerations when prescribing medications to this patient population
This presentation was recorded at the Victoria, BC Conference in July 2026.
The conference received unrestricted educational grant support from Alcon & Sun Pharma.
This presentation was recorded at the Victoria, BC Conference in July 2026.
The conference received unrestricted educational grant support from Alcon & Sun Pharma.
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Getting to know our speakers
Dr. Breanne B. McGhee
Dr. Breanne McGhee is a full-time clinical optometrist at Ochsner Medical Center in her hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana. She is an alumna of Pacific University College of Optometry, where she earned her professional degrees and was honored with the Dean's Award for her service and scholarship. She completed a Family Practice Optometry residency at Bond Wroten Eye Clinic, affiliated with the Southern College of Optometry. Dr. McGhee is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and later earned Diplomate status in the Anterior Segment Section. In addition to her clinical practice, she serves as a part-time Assistant Associate Professor and Clinical Adjunct at Pacific University College of Optometry.
An active leader in the profession, Dr. McGhee serves on multiple committees within several national and state optometric organizations, including the American Academy of Optometry, American Optometric Association, National Optometric Association, and Optometry Association of Louisiana. She has authored scientific posters, lectured nationally and internationally, and been featured in leading optometric publications.
Her honors include the 2020 Women In Optometry Young Optometrist of the Year (Theia Award), Pacific University's Emerging Leader Award, the William C. Ezell Fellowship from the American Academy of Optometry Foundation (2021 and 2022), the 2022 President's Award from the American Optometric Association, the 2024 Young Optometrist of the Year Award from the National Optometric Association, and the 2026 Young Optometrist of the Year Award from the Optometry Association of Louisiana.
An active leader in the profession, Dr. McGhee serves on multiple committees within several national and state optometric organizations, including the American Academy of Optometry, American Optometric Association, National Optometric Association, and Optometry Association of Louisiana. She has authored scientific posters, lectured nationally and internationally, and been featured in leading optometric publications.
Her honors include the 2020 Women In Optometry Young Optometrist of the Year (Theia Award), Pacific University's Emerging Leader Award, the William C. Ezell Fellowship from the American Academy of Optometry Foundation (2021 and 2022), the 2022 President's Award from the American Optometric Association, the 2024 Young Optometrist of the Year Award from the National Optometric Association, and the 2026 Young Optometrist of the Year Award from the Optometry Association of Louisiana.