Glaucoma: An Overview for Vets New to Ophthalmology | with Gareth Jones

This webinar begins with an overview by the speaker, and included specific case examples to work through.

This session leaves the viewer with the ability to understand how glaucoma develops within the eye, be able to recognise and confirm signs of this condition and be able to list the treatment options both medical and surgical that are available. Learning objectives also include an understanding of differential diagnoses so an accurate diagnosis can be made.

Agenda

  • Understanding of the pathogenesis of glaucoma and relevant anatomy
  • Knowledge of the Cardinal signs of glaucoma
  • How to diagnose glaucoma and differentiate from other ocular conditions
  • Treatment options for glaucoma: medical
  • Treatment options for glaucoma: surgical
  • Telemedicine options for glaucoma

Presenter

Gareth Jones BVSc, CertVOphthal MRCVS, Advanced Practitioner in Veterinary Ophthalmology Lead Clinical Director, Park Veterinary Group Leicester Currently Clinical Director at Park Veterinary Group a large 130+ staff hospital-based practice in Leicester. Leads 3-person eye referral team taking ophthalmology cases from across the East Midlands. Graduated Liverpool University in 1986. Completed 3year Residency in Veterinary Ophthalmology at Royal Veterinary College, London in 1995. RCVS Certificate and Advanced Practitioner status in Veterinary Ophthalmology. Honorary Associate Professor at Nottingham Vet School delivering undergraduate ophthalmology teaching between 2007-2020.

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