Saturday, September 26, 2020, 9:00 AM - 11:10 AM, Online Training, Iowa City, IA

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (2.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (2.00 hours)


The Clinical Conference series presents updated information on a broad spectrum of clinical issues and approaches that are of value and interest to the practicing ophthalmologist. This series features experts from academic medical centers and private practice who provide the most current information and data on clinical diagnosis, treatment, outcomes, and research involving ophthalmology. Conference series will involve either online or in-person conferences. The online option will utilize a web-based meeting platform that allows the audience to have live interaction with the speaker and other attendees. Each conference will involve lecture presentations and case reviews to enhance learning and participation.

1. Recognize the most current diagnosis and treatment options for the diseases and conditions presented.
2. Identify specific areas of patient care where improvements can be made in their practice and care of patients.
3. Articulate surgical and refractive considerations of cataract surgery in Fuchs dystrophy.
4. Modify the approach to cataract surgery in patients with known corneal disease.
5. Understand the refractive impact of corneal disease on cataract surgery outcomes
6. Recognize situations in cataract and lens surgery that could compromise corneal health and function.

The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.