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This video presentation brings together and Ophthalmologist, an Optometrist and a Gynaecologist to explore the crucial role of hormones in ocular surface health, and how we can become more proactive in recognising when ocular symptoms may be due to hormonal changes enabling us to offer appropriate advice and recommendations.
This recording is accredited for 1 non-interactive CPD point for Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians and Contact Lens Opticians
Domains and Learning Outcomes
Communication
(s.2) Practitioners will be equipped to interpret the symptoms of patients with dry eye disease related to the menopause and provide clear and concise advice for their patient’s individual needs.
Clinical practice
(s.7) Practitioners will be able to recognise the significance of the menopause in patients presenting with dry eye symptoms
(s.7) Practitioners will understand the management options for patients presenting with dry eye during menopause and tailor this to individual patient needs.
Specialty CPD – contact lens optician
(s.2) Practitioners will be equipped to interpret the symptoms of contact lens patients with dry eye disease related to the menopause and provide clear and concise advice for their patient’s individual needs.
(s.7) Practitioners will be able to recognise the significance of the menopause in contact lens patients presenting with dry eye symptoms
(s.7) Practitioners will understand the management options for patients presenting with dry eye during menopause and tailor this to individual contact lens patient needs