Program #789 • Available Friday, October 26, 2001
Certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through Tuesday, October 26, 2004

Aging Eye and Timely Intervention: - Part Two

 

Program Description

With time, the human eye undergoes changes–some sufficiently serious to consider surgical intervention. Dr. Cynthia MacKay, Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City, discusses major eye-related problems such as cataracts, the relationship of blood glucose control and diabetic retinopathy, and laser "corrective" eye surgery. She discusses the development of cataracts, the ophthalmologic workup required for diagnosis, treatment criteria based on case-by-case timing, prevention strategies, and demonstrates surgical procedures. It is crucial, she explains, for physicians to convince patients with diabetes that managing their blood glucose control strongly affects the development of diabetic retinopathy. She describes the high risks and possible benefits of "corrective" laser surgery for older patients.

(50 minutes)

Credit Information

Up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

This activity is designed for primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals with an interest in preserving the vision of older patients.

Learning Objectives

After taking part in this CME activity, participants should be able to:

CME Credit Designations

ACCME The Network for Continuing Medical Education (NCME) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA NCME designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAFP This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 2 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins Saturday, October 26, 2002. Term of approval is for one year from this date, with option for yearly renewal.

AOA This activity is eligible for up to 2 hours of credit in Category 2-A of the American Osteopathic Association.