Welcome
Join us Wednesday, November 9 for our second seminar of 2022 and the first in-person event we have hosted in over two years. This live course provides optometrists with an overview and review of white dot syndromes and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) masqueraders. Case scenarios and examples are used to provide more in-depth knowledge of white dot syndrome's typical demographics, history, clinical features, retinal imaging findings, natural history, and treatment pearls; and to highlight the clinical manifestations and retinal imaging features of macular diseases that mimic age-related macular degeneration.
The event will offer a hybrid format and attendees are welcome to join in person at the Foundation for Vision Research location or through an interactive distance learning format through Zoom Webinar. If you are attending virtually, use the unique link emailed to you from Zoom Webinar after registration. Check your spam, other, or junk folder if you are having difficulty finding the confirmation email. Please text Executive Director, Katie Aaberg, at (616) 206 - 5808 to request the link be resent and for any other questions or concerns.
Masks are encouraged, not required. We look forward to seeing you soon!
To receive CME/CE credit, complete the evaluation survey following the seminar. Virtual attendees will be prompted to take the survey through Zoom Webinar. In-person attendees will access the survey through a QR code. If you don't have time to complete this immediately following the seminar, a link to the survey will be sent in a follow-up email.
This live activity is designated for a maximum of 1 CE Credit by COPE (Course Number 80410-TD, Activity ID Number #124683).
This live interactive distance learning activity is designated for a maximum of 1 CE Credit by COPE (Course Number 80564-TD, Activity ID Number #124685).
The Michigan State Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Michigan State Medical Society and the Foundation for Vision Research. The Michigan State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Agenda
6:00 PM - Conference space opens - small bites and beverages provided
6:20 PM - Zoom Webinar waiting room opens
6:30 PM - Welcome - Dr. Tom Aaberg, President of FVR
6:40 PM - Inflammatory Chorioretinopathies Dr. Joe Boss (CME)
7:00 PM - Question and Answer
7:10 PM - AMD Masqueraders Dr. Scott Westhouse (CME)
7:30 PM - Question and Answer
7:40 PM - Wrap-Up and Evaluation Survey
7:45 PM - Meeting Adjourned
Speakers
Joe Boss, M.D. Ophthalmologist and Ocular Oncologist at Retinal Specialists of Michigan
Dr. Boss is uniquely specialized in West Michigan and is committed to providing expert and compassionate care to his patients. He is board certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is also a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists.
He graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, completed his ophthalmology residency at Kresge Eye Institute – Wayne State University, and had a 2-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation – Cole Eye Institute. At the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Boss received emphasis training in both pediatric retinal surgery and ocular inflammation (uveitis). As a uveitis specialist, he is a member of the American Uveitis Society.
Dr. Boss is passionate about research and teaching and has been appointed as an adjunct clinical professor at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
Scott Westhouse, D.O. Ophthalmologist and Ocular Oncologist at Retinal Specialists of Michigan
Dr. Westhouse is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retinal Specialists, American Osteopathic Association, Michigan Society of Eye Physicians, and the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology.
He graduated from the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed his residency at Oklahoma State University Medical Center, and had a 2-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the University of Kentucky.
He has a passion for teaching and research. As an adjunct clinical professor at Michigan State University, Dr. Westhouse enjoys training the next generation of medical students and residents.
Objectives
- Better understand and diagnose white dot syndromes before irreversible vision loss has been established.
- Differentiate the subtle clinical findings between age-related macular degeneration and other masqueraders.
- Accurately diagnose, identify correct treatments, and make appropriate referrals for patients exhibiting signs of white dot syndromes and AMD masqueraders.
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