Continuing Education Events

​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Dr. Joshua Greene - Philadelphia Retina Associates "Contemporary Management of Retinal Detachments"

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Continuing Education Program partnership with Salus University Speech-Language Pathology and Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania.

Registration open to HUP staff and is invitation only.

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Salus University, Elkins Park campus

Previously known as psychogenic or conversion disorders, functional neurologic disorders (FNDs) typically require interdisciplinary management from neurology, psychology, and rehabilitation professionals. FNDs are distinct from malingering and can mimic symptoms of aphasia, stuttering, and voice. This course will define the history of FNDs, their incidence/prevalence in various settings, pathophysiology, and common risk factors, as well as provide an overview of how to differentially diagnose FND from organic speech and language disorders. Guidelines for evidence-based evaluation, treatment, and interdisciplinary management will be provided.

0.4 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level, Professional Area)
4 hours of Act 48 credit

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8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Elkins Park Campus

Lecture Topics Will Include:

• Ocular Manifestation of Oral Systemic Medications with Dr. Alice Lim and Dr. Tracy Offerdahl
• Head Scratchers: Taking a Step Back with the Anterior Segment with Dr. Laine Higa
• Keratoconus and Contact Lenses: Applications of the Latest Science with Dr. Gabe Fickett
• Understanding Ocular Melanoma and Metastasis with Dr. Carlo Pelino

This program is pending COPE accreditation for 6 Continuing Education credits, including 2 Pharmacology credits (PH - previously known as oral credits).

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Registration deadline 9/24/23

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Open to NJ Tri-County Speech-Language Hearing Association members and Salus employees

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The Ophthalmic Laser Procedures Course will be delivered in a hybrid manner utilizing asynchronous virtual lectures and a hands-on workshop. Hands-on sessions will be offered the morning and/or afternoon of Saturday, October 21 and/or at the DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh-Green Tree Hotel. There will be a complimentary, non-COPE approved pre-workshop Gonioscopy refresher for those interested.

Anterior segment laser surgical evaluation including pre-operative candidate selection, pre-surgical testing, and patient counseling and preparation are explained. Additional topics include:

• Basic laser physics and tissue interactions
• Laser safety and hazards
• Indications and contraindications for specific anterior segment laser procedures

Laser procedure protocols and implementing anterior segment laser procedures in the optometric practice are also discussed. Additionally, postoperative care and management of complications are reviewed.

This course is COPE approved for 16 Continuing Education credits. Participants will additionally receive a certificate and microcredential upon completion.

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​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Dr. Elizabeth Dale

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8:30 a.m.

This presentation will cover the principles and clinical utility of Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (RMST). It will include information on its theoretical underpinnings, report on outcome data, and present treatment approaches for patient groups using both inspiratory and expiratory training devices. Dr. Sapienza brings pragmatic information that is informative and interesting to clinicians worldwide.

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8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Elkins Park campus

In this presentation, attendees will develop a comprehensive understanding of vision and how vision can impact the therapy process in children. A three-component model of vision will be reviewed stressing the importance of optical, visual efficiency, and visual information processing disorders. Screening procedures that allow therapists to test for the most common vision problems and treatment options will be discussed at length. Compensatory strategies and rehabilitative techniques will be discussed.

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Appraise the complexity of the visual system
• Identify the 3 major components of the visual system
• Describe how various vision deficits affect performance in play and learning
• Administer a screening battery to identify common vision disorders that can affect therapy
• Articulate the various treatment approaches available
• Plan and implement compensatory strategies to manage vision problems interfering with therapy
• Plan and implement direct intervention to manage vision problems interfering with therapy

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​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Drs. Behrad Garmsiri and Heidi Hernandez

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8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous, Virtual Continuing Education Event

This annual conference is a tribute to the late Dr. Joseph C. Toland, a PCO graduate and professor with over 40 years of service. His avid support of optometric education and residency training has paved the way for how we practice optometry. Salus University extends our deepest respect and gratitude to Dr. Toland. In his honor, all proceeds from this annual event will directly benefit our residency program.

Topics & Speakers:

• OCT in Glaucoma: Nuances of Suspect vs. Early Disease & Progression with Dr. James Fanelli
• Eyelid Lesions and Oculofacial Reconstruction with Dr. Mark Krakauer
• Coming Out of the Dark: Clearing Corneal Opacities with Scleral Lenses with Dr. Karen Carrasquillo
• Is It All About That Base? Vision Loss in Stroke Patients with Dr. Chad Killen and Dr. Elizabeth Marunde
• Ocular Side Effects of Novel Anticancer Agents with Dr. Shital Mani

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​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Drs. Nia Phillips and Brandon Garces

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​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Dr. Elizabeth Marunde

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​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Drs. Rachel Shackelford and Victoria Duque-Ferreira

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​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Dr. Ryan Keenan

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​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Drs. Karan Johal and Ellen Ren

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More information to come.

​7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Delivered via Blackboard Collaborate as a Synchronous Live-Streamed Event

Topics and Speakers:

• Drs. Erica Frost and Dariela Cardo 

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Continuing Education for Optometrists at Wild Dunes, Isle of Palms, South Carolina
Pending 8 COPE accredited CE hours
Presenters: Dr. Marianne Boltz, Dr. Krista Davis, Dr. Kelly Malloy, Dr. Tom Kislan
More details to come. Contact msinger1@salus.edu for information.

Tentative Schedule of Events:
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Welcome Reception - Location TBA

Friday, May 3, 2024
8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast
8:30 - 9:20 a.m. Glaucoma (1 COPE CE) Dr. Kelly Malloy
9:20 - 9:30 a.m. Q & A and Coffee Break
9:30 -10:20 a.m. Pediatrics for the Primary Care Optometrist (1 COPE CE) Dr. Marianne Boltz
10:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. Grand Rounds Cases: Various Topics (2 COPE CE)
12:10 - 1:00 p.m. Lunch
 
Saturday, May 4, 2024
8:00-8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast
8:30 - 9:20 a.m. Low Vision (1 COPE CE) Dr. Krista Davis
9:20 - 9:30 a.m. Q & A and Coffee Break
9:30 -10:20 a.m. Dry Eye (1 COPE CE) Dr. Tom Kislan
10:20 -10:30 a.m. Q &A and Snack Break
10:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. Grand Rounds Cases: Various Topics (2 COPE CE)
1:00 p.m. Bus Departs for Charleston to explore on your own
 
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Departure

More information to come.