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Learning & Development Courses

Learning & Development educational courses begin Wednesday, April 30 and are offered throughout the Exchange for doctors and staff. These courses are unique as they blend evidence based clinical care with business best practices to support Vision Source members in achieving their full potential. The courses are led by Vision Source members who have demonstrated expertise and success on the specific topic.

Included at Exchange are 6 hours of Accredited Continuing Education hours (COPE, ABO, AOA-CPC, NCLE, FL) offered through the Vision Source Practice Protocols for Diabetes, AMD & Myopia.

Unless specified, Learning & Development courses do not offer accredited CE

 

2025 Learning & Development Courses Coming Soon!

Check out the courses below to see what we learning in 2024!

If Not Optometry – then who? Eye Beauty In Practice

Eye care professionals are in a unique position to help patients achieve aesthetic desires, minimize risk of cosmetic-related complications and ensure ocular health is not jeopardized in the name of beauty. Explore the clinical data and in-practice use of the specialty eye care trio from the eye care experts at Bausch + Lomb: LUMIFY EYE ILLUMINATIONS.

Sponsor: B+L

10:00 AM

The importance of Diagnostic Precision and Effective Communication in the Management of Patients with Macular Degeneration and Geographic Atrophy

Visualizing imaging biomarker presentations across fundus photography, fundus autofluorescence, and optical coherence tomography can reveal subtle changes in retinal tissue as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) progresses into geographic atrophy (GA). This session will challenge your understanding of early GA detection through multimodal imaging, discuss practice management considerations imaging, patient types for treatment consideration.

Sponsor: Iveric BIO + Optos

10:00 AM

BREAK FOR LUNCH

Lunch not provided 

12:00 PM

Optimizing your Workflow for Maximum Efficiency Through Staff Delegation

Learn the art of staff delegation to streamline your eye care practice's workflow, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring smooth operations. Discover strategies for effective task allocation, time management, and collaboration, ultimately enhancing patient care and business productivity.

Sponsor: Essilor

1:00 PM

Ocular Surface Disease Masterclass

Interactive session sharing best practices for OSD patient identification, treatment protocols and practice workflow.

Sponsor: Sight Sciences

Speaker: Dr. Talin Amadian

1:00 PM

Take a Deep Dive into Dry Eye

Drs Amber Dunn and Bobby Wood have become experts in diagnosing, managing, and treating DES. The number of patients presenting with Dry Eye is on the rise. Drs Dunn and Wood have much to say about best practices for improving outcomes for DE patients.

Sponsor: Pure & Clean

Speakers: Dr. Amber Dunn and Dr. Chip Wood

2:00 PM

Gaining Clarity: What I've learned from my first 100 Ortho-K patients

Dive into the world of Ortho-K and unlock practical knowledge that can enhance your expertise, whether you're a beginner or experienced in eye care. Uncover the transformative potential of Ortho-K and its impact on patient's vision. Get ready to gain a fresh perspective and practical skills that will elevate your Orthokeratology practice.

Sponsor: Euclid

Speaker: Joelle Holland OD

2:00 PM

Beyond the Basics: The Importance of Multimodality Imaging

Using multimodality retinal imaging to capture more patient data, faster and what that means to your practice and patient care.

Sponsor: Optos

Speaker: Dr. David Steed

2:00 PM

Tears of Joy: Approachable tips and tricks to improve your approach to dry eye

Hear from dry eye gurus on implementable changes that will improve your clinical approach, patient experience and dry eye related practice management.

Sponsor: Optase

2:00 PM

Hiring ABC's: Getting applicants, Screening, Interviewing, Onboarding and Virtual Assistants.

Drs. Eric Hammond and Laurie Sorrenson will give you a play by play on how to get more applicants, how to screen, how to interview, onboarding tips and discuss the new world of Virtual Assistants (Remote workers).

Sponsor: TEEM

Speaker: Laurie Sorrenson, Eric Hammond

3:00 PM

Early Intervention in Ocular Surface Disease

Physicians with a focus in treating dry eye disease.

Sponsor: Biotissue

3:00 PM

Unlocking Impact

Learn 3 proven practice growth strategies you can execute now! Hear from Vision Source colleagues who unlocked practice growth opportunities in 2023 and how they plan to grow in 2024. Sponsored by Alcon.

Sponsor: Alcon

3:00 PM

Vision Source AMD Practice Protocol Part 2

An update of current literature on Age-Related Macular Degeneration allows for a practical understanding of treatment approaches. Information provided in this course will be a clinically practical guide that focuses on content of evidence based ocular care. This course will serve as part two of a two-part series on the topic of AMD.

Sponsor: Vision Source

Speaker: Dr. Chris Wolfe

3:00 PM

What's Your Clinical Protocol for Managing Diabetic Retinopathy?

Sponsor: LKC

4:00 PM

Nothing Fishy Here: A Novel & Clinically Proven Supplement For Your Dry Eye Patients

Join us to learn about the latest clinical data in nutritional supplements, exclusively from the eye care experts at Bausch + Lomb, that presents a strong alternative to omega-based supplements. You don’t want to miss this one!

Sponsor: B+L

4:00 PM

In Office Finishing: A Profit and Service Opportunity

Learn how the latest in-office finishing technology will increase your profitability and service to your patients. Understand all you need to consider and the misconceptions about edging in your office. Master the knowledge of in-office finishing insurance program do's and don’t's.

Sponsor: Essilor Instruments

4:00 PM

Nutritional Supplements and Improved Visual Performance: Your Patients Are Asking for It

Embrace the changing demands of patient care.  Learn how to support your patients in enhancing their visual performance with supplementation and perfect the art of prescribing supplements and managing expectations for optimal results.

Sponsor: MacuHealth

4:00 PM

Navigating MVC & Frame Profitability

Navigate the intricacies of Managed Vision Care and frame profitability in your eye care practice. This course empowers practitioners with insights into maximizing revenue streams, strategic frame selection, and implementing business practices that elevate both patient satisfaction and financial success.

Sponsor: Luxottica

5:00 PM

"My Scleral Lens Playbook: Unlocking Practice Growth and Patient Satisfaction"

Discover the key strategies for practice growth and enhanced patient satisfaction. In this course, you'll dive deep into understanding the potential of these specialized lenses, and gain the knowledge to foster growth in your practice while providing top-notch patient care.

Sponsor: Euclid

Speaker: Drs. Thanh Mai

5:00 PM

The NEW Standard of Care: Embracing Nutrition & Direct MPOD Measurement for Better Patient Outcomes & Profitability

In this course, you will learn how incorporating direct macular pigment optical density (MPOD) measurement technology and patient adherence programs result in better patient care and an annuity profit stream for your practice. This course will cover a systematic review of technology, formulations, and processes for ensuring practice success.

Sponsor: EyePromise

Speakers: Dr. Pinakin Davey, Dr. Jason Tu

5:00 PM

Modifiers: Small Changes That Can Make a Big Difference

Uncover the essential tools used to enhance the accuracy and specificity of your claims, enabling you to maximize your reimbursements. This informative session reveals the crucial role modifiers play in the billing process and showcases commonly used modifiers with real-life claim examples, emphasizing the substantial impact of these seemingly modest adjustments.

Sponsor: HELIX

7:30 AM

Beyond Optical Sales: My Medical Outperforms my Optical, and so can yours

7:30 - 8:20 am

Elevating your Practice through Innovative Light Therapy Solutions

Join this in-depth education, led by your Vision Source colleagues discussing the most unresolved issue in eyecare. Learn how they are successfully utilizing a unique NASA based Light Therapy to effectively treat inflammatory conditions in the entire periocular area, thereby driving growth, and enhancing both patient experience and satisfaction.

Sponsor: Essilor Instruments

7:30 AM

Developing a Digital Mindset

Learn the latest trends in digital marketing to drive patient acquisition, retention, and repurchase, all while reducing costs. Sponsored by Alcon.

Sponsor: Alcon

7:30 AM

The Many Uses of ERG: Going BEYOND Structure

Sponsor: LKC

7:30 AM

Eyeing Up Evaporation: Getting at the Heart of Dry Eye Disease

Join us to learn about MIEBO (perfluorohexyloctane ophthalmic solution) the first and only FDA-approved treatment that directly targets tear evaporation at the ocular surface to treat the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.

Sponsor: B+L

8:00 AM

Navigating Light Sensitivity in Eye Care

Explore the nuanced intersection of light and eye health in our panel discussion. Leading experts will share insights on managing light sensitivity, covering topics like natural and artificial light effects, screen exposure impact, and practical strategies for personalized patient care. Gain essential knowledge to enhance your ability to address and mitigate light-related discomfort in this concise and informative course.

Sponsor: Essilor

8:00 AM