This is a three-part case-based virtual continuing education (CE) series empowering eye care professionals with practical insights on low vision management. Navigate important considerations in pediatric low vision management, explore the role of technology in low vision management, and discuss complex clinical decision making in low vision driving. Expand your expertise and enhance patient care with this comprehensive series.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5
Seeing Beyond Acuity: Case Studies in Pediatric Low Vision from CVI to Albinism
Led by Jem Martin, OD, FAAO and Nicole Ross, OD, MSc, FAAO, Dipl AAO (LV)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
The Future in Focus: Integrating Emerging Technology in Low Vision Rehabilitation
Led by Micaela Gobeille, OD, MS, FAAO, Dipl AAO (LV) and Allison Wu, OD
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24
Clinical Decision Making in Complex Driving Cases: A Case-Based Lecture on Low Vision Driving Eligibility
Led by Lexi Malkin OD, FAAO and Phillippa Dorling OD
“Although I can’t restore lost vision, low vision rehabilitation helps people navigate visual impairment in ways that preserve independence and purpose. As the number of individuals living with chronic visual impairment continues to grow, optometry must be prepared to lead in providing this essential care.”
– Nicole Ross, OD ’11, MSc, FAAO, Dipl. AAO (LV), Professor of Optometry
“Low vision rehabilitation empowers people with reduced vision to continue to live full and meaningful lives in spite of their vision loss. It’s powerful to know that there is always something we can do to help patients, whether through new devices, compensatory strategies, or providing greater insight on how their ocular condition relates to their visual function.”
– Micaela Gobeille, OD ‘18, MS, FAAO, Dipl AAO (LV), Assistant Professor
“Low Vision Rehabilitation provides a wide range of tools and devices to help people improve their quality of life. The field is rapidly changing with the advent of smartphone technology and the NECO low vision team is proud of the work that we do to help people harness these technologies.”
– Alexis G. Malkin, OD ‘08, FAAO, Associate Professor of Optometry
“Low vision rehabilitation strategies for children and students are integral for a productive and positive learning experience that can provide maximum independence as they continue to grow into adults.”
– Jem Martin, OD ‘21, Assistant Professor of Optometry
