- SP-Coding for the Expanded Scopes of Practice
- SP-Getting Started with IPL (Workshop): Beginners Guide to Intense Pulse Light for On-Label Dry Eye Disease and Other Off-Label Applications for Contemporary Optometrists and Paraoptometrics
- SP-Introduction to Suturing: A Hands-On Workshop for Optometric Surgeons
- SP-Lumps and Bumps: A Practical Guide to Evaluation and Removal Techniques
- SP-Optometric Surgical Procedures for Every Optometrist
SP-Preparing For Office-Based Surgical Procedures
Description:
This lecture serves as an introduction to minor/office-based surgical procedures in the optometric practice. We will review proper instrument sterilization and aseptic technique along with preparation of a sterile field. Types of injections, needle and syringe basics, and appropriate injection preparation are also included. Incision and curettage of chalazia including setup, instruments, anesthetic use, and discarding surgical supplies are discussed.
Course Code:
AOA288-SP
Speaker(s):
Alissa M Coyne, O.D.
Credits:
2
AOA Expiration Date:
12/31/2025
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