Course Description
The LIVE workshop is specifically designed for practicing ophthalmologists and ophthalmology fellows. The two-fold purpose of this workshop is to make the delegates familiar with the basic principles, current concepts and approach towards management of diabetic retinopathy, vascular occlusions, endophthalmitis as well as their hands-on training of retinal lasers and intravitreal injections. Only 1 slot for training will ensure one to one discussion and maximize learning. At the end of the workshop the participant will be confident in when to treat and how to treat these common but sight threatening retinal conditions. On the last day there will be a quiz for the participant consolidating & emphasize the knowledge acquired throughout the workshop.
WHAT WOULD YOU LEARN IN 2 WEEKS?
- Retinal lasers - Basics, indications, hands-on training
- Intravitreal injections - Indications, technique, wet lab and hands-on training
- Retinal diagnostics - OCT, Fundus fluorescein angiography, B scan
- Focused lectures on principles of management of diabetic retinopathy, vascular occlusions, endophthalmitis
- Specific tips to avoid complications while performing retinal lasers and intravitreal injections
