Floaters in Focus: Assessing Treatment of Vitreous Opacities
COPE #96604-TD
Event #130198
Expiration Date: 02/19/2028
Course Description:
Explore the latest in managing ocular floaters, from assessing patient impact to evaluating surgical and non-surgical treatment options, including laser vitreolysis and vitrectomy, to enhance visual outcomes and improve quality of life.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Understand the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of vitreous opacities, including their impact on visual function and quality of life.
• Evaluate non-surgical treatment options for ocular floaters, such as observation and laser vitreolysis, and their indications.
• Discuss surgical approaches, including pars plana vitrectomy, assessing risks, benefits, and patient selection criteria.
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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.