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Optrafair, for the first time, has been accredited with six CET points on completion of three dedicated poster trails.
The trail has 36 posters, 12 per trail within the exhibition hall. When successfully followed will provide two CET points for Dispensing, two for Contact Lens and two points for Optometry.
Each of the posters will draw visitors to see new products or technology in situ. This accreditation proves how valuable Optrafair is in keeping the profession abreast of new developments in technology, diagnostics and optical products.
If you would like to sponsor a poster to appear in or around your stand, please contact Malcolm Polley at the FMO on 020 7298 5123
The AOP, in association with the FMO, are delighted to be returning to Optrafair in 2009 with an exciting new programme of education. The main attraction will be the 'OT Live Arena', a purpose-built lecture theatre within the main exhibition hall. The arena will feature well-known speakers from the optical industry in the UK and USA. Headline sponsors are confirmed as Transitions, Grafton and Topcon with support sponsorship from Keeler and Zeiss.
Education partners, SECO International, continue to support OT Live bringing with them experience of organising the world-renowned annual CE congress in Atlanta, Georgia (USA), attended by over 7500 delegates. The programme logistics this year have been organised in conjunction with Replay Learning.
SATURDAY
Clinical Diagnostic Techniques - Morning Session
10am-1pm
FREE
(including lunch, refreshments and handouts)
Sponsored by Keeler, Zeiss & Optos
3 GOC & COPE points applied for
Improve your clinical skills with a session that includes discussion and live demonstration of Headband Binocular Indirect Ophthalmoscopy, Slit Lamp Biomicroscopy and other clinical diagnostic techniques.
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The Clinical Applications of OCT - Afternoon Session
2pm-5pm
FREE
(including lunch, refreshments and handouts)
Sponsored by Grafton Optical
3 GOC & COPE points applied for
Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) can be used to image the retina, optic disc and cornea. It represents a huge leap forward in diagnosis and management of a range of ocular conditions. This session, including presentations by optometrist Larry Alexander OD will look at the various applications of OCT in Glaucoma, ARMD and other retinal conditions.
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SUNDAY
Differentiating Your Practice with the latest in Imaging and 3D-OCT Technology - Morning Session
10am-1pm
FREE
(including lunch, refreshments and handouts)
Sponsored by Topcon
3 GOC & COPE points applied for
In this session, well known practitioners from the UK will investigate how modern technology can be used in optometric practice to provide enhanced patient care and boost business income. The session will cover enhanced AMD diagnosis and treatment using the MPOD and nutritional supplements. A live demonstration of Topcon's Fundus Camera based 3D-OCT will be accompanied by presentations from UK optometrists on why they should choose 3D-OCT for their practice and the patient-care and business benefits it brings. The session will finish with a chaired panel discussion on both technologies.
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The Burning Facts - AfternoonSession
2pm-5pm
FREE
(including lunch, refreshments and handouts)
Sponsored by Transitions Optical
3 GOC & COPE points applied for
Patients are well aware of the effect of sun exposure on their skin, but how many of them know about the effects of UV exposure on the eye. Indeed do we as practitioners understand the consequences of prolonged exposure to UV radiation or how best to protect our patients against it? Presentations by Elaine Grisdale, Martin Russ and other leading UK speakers will cover all aspects of UV from the ocular effects to effective protection. The session will also look at how the UV and Eye Health message can help your practice beat the recession.
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MONDAY
Pre-Registration Optometrists' Final Assessment - MorningSession
£39
(including lunch, refreshments and handouts)
Sponsored by the Association of Optometrists
Get yourself exam fit with this three-hour intensive training session provided by Innovative Optical Training. All aspects of the final assessment will be covered. Common reasons for failure will be examined and tips will be given on what to do and what not to say.
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