The Ugly Truth About Demodex Blepharitis
COPE #96596-TD
Event #130215
Expiration Date: 02/18/2028
Course Description:
When is blepharitis not JUST blepharitis? Demodex is a tiny mite that occurs on our skin and lives within out hair follicles, including on our eyes. Ocular infestation can cause all sorts of complaints from patients. It is important to know how to identify these bugs and how to control them. Join me as we discuss the Demodex Diaries.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Discuss the epidemiology and prevalence of demodex
• Discuss how to diagnose and identify demodex
• How to treat infestation of demodex.
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Dr. Cecelia Koetting
Dr. Koetting practices at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in the Department of Ophthalmology in Denver, CO. Her primary focus is in anterior segment and ocular surface disease, neuro-optometry, and peri-operative care. She partakes in clinical research and has served Externship Director and adjunct faculty for several schools and colleges of optometry.
Dr. Koetting is a member of Intrepid, a fellow in the American Academy of Optometry, a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry, an active member of AOA and has served as both local and state officers within AOA. She was named young Optometrist of the year by the state of Virginia. Dr. Koetting lectures locally, nationally and internationally at conferences, continually contributes articles to and serves on editorial board for multiple publications.