Continuing Education

S232 — NBEO Review - Topic: Systemic/Ocular Pharmacology

Lecturer(s): B. Edmondson, O.D., E. McKee, O.D.

Friday, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

— Optometric Student Education

Category: AOSA

The purpose of this lecture is to overview the main topics that are covered on the National Boards. The attendees will be given the opportunity to answer questions, give input, and ask questions. A board review of systemic and ocular pharmacology and medical treatment with emphasis on the diagnosis and treatment of ocular conditions, disease, and trauma will be included. The course provides a review of the characteristics of both groups and individual medications; indications/side effects/ contraindications as well as the mechanism of action and unique properties of the drugs. The condition or disease for which it is best suited is discussed. There is a $10 fee for optometry students and optometrists to enroll in this session.

Disclaimer: The AOA and AOSA make no claims regarding the effectiveness or relevance of the content or presentation of these courses and make no guarantee regarding any individual’s performance on the NBEO examinations.

Optometry's Meeting® is the official annual meeting of the American Optometric Association and the American Optometric Student Association.