Upcoming Woo U CE events
The Role of Neurostimulation in Ocular Surface Disease
Neuromodulation therapies are becoming an increasingly important componentof dry eye management, yet many clinicians still struggle to confidently explain their mechanisms, differentiate available options, and determine appropriate patient selection.
In this practical, case-based program, we will simplify the science behind neuromodulation and provide communication strategies that help patients better understand how these therapies support the body’s natural tear production pathways.
Attendees will learn practical ways to discuss mechanisms of action, set patient expectations, and position neuromodulation within comprehensive treatment plans. We will also compare available neuromodulation approaches, including differences in delivery methods, side effect considerations, and patient suitability across a variety of clinical scenarios. Through real-world cases, participants will gain insight into selecting and combining therapies for patients with differing dry eye drivers and ocular surface needs.
This program is supported by an independent medical educational grant from Mylan Inc., a Viatris Company.
Speaker: Hardeep Kataria, OD
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Ariel Cerenzie
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 106773-TD
Category: Trt/Mngmnt Ocular Disease
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour CE credit.
Comfort Through the Chaos: Navigating the Dry Eye Dilemma in Glaucoma Management
Ocular surface disease is a common comorbidity of glaucoma. The management of dry eye in glaucoma presents a unique challenge to eye care practitioners, as IOP-lowering drops have extensive mechanisms for causing or exacerbating damage to the ocular surface. Here, we discuss specific mechanisms involved and ocular surface friendly tips for glaucoma management.
Speaker: Kaleb Abbott, OD, MS, FAAO, FOWNS
Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Carolyn Majcher
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 106774-GL
Category: Glaucoma
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour CE credit.
Thank you to Thea for exhibiting at this event.
Established in 2019, Thea Pharma is the United States subsidiary of Laboratoires Théa, a global leader and pioneer in ophthalmics. We are committed to serve doctors that treat the anterior segment and ocular surface conditions.
The Co-management of Glaucoma Surgery
This course reviews all FDA-approved surgical procedures for the treatment and management of glaucoma. Lasers, microinvasive techniques, and filtering surgeries are thoroughly covered, along with medical and pharmacologic postoperative management.
Speaker: Elizabeth Muckley, O.D.
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Carolyn Majcher
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 106775-GL
Category: Glaucoma
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Presbyopia Treatment in the Real World: A Case-Based Roundtable on Patient Selection, Counseling, and Ongoing Management
This case-based webcast will feature four optometrists in a roundtable discussion focused on the real world management of patients with presbyopia. Faculty will present real world cases and discuss patient evaluation and selection, treatment considerations, expectation setting and counseling, persistence over time, and the use of presbyopia drops in everyday practice.
Special note: This is a non-CE event, no certificate or CE credit will be provided.
Speakers: Dr. Justin Schweitzer, Dr. Mark Schaeffer, and Dr. Eric Schmidt
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Selina McGee
Amblyopia Management and Current Updates
This course will review the latest updates in the treatment of refractive and strabismic amblyopia. It will include the conditions anisometropia, esotropia, post-cataract extraction amblyopia, and bilateral refractive amblyopia. It will review the latest research, diagnosis, and treatments for these conditions.
Speakers: Valerie Lam, OD and Stephanie Hwang OD, MPH
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Jennifer Stewart
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 107001-FV
Category: Functional Vision/Pediatrics
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Oral Pharma Fall Refresh Weekend
By popular request, Woo U has organized a weekend long event dedicated entirely to the topic of oral pharmaceuticals and opioids. Earn up to 8 hours of pharmacology CE with 3 opioid-specific credits. Earn CE credit instantly with the OE tracker app (*Note – you do not need to have the OE tracker app to earn CE. All attendees will still receive CE certificates via email after the event).
Date and Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Sunday, October 25, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Speakers: Julie Rodman, OD, Mark Eltis, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO, Benjamin Young, OD, Bobby Saenz, OD
Moderator: Dr. Jennifer Stewart
Location: Virtual
Cost: $49 per day or $98 for both
Saturday, October 24, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Course Title: Mapping the Effects of Opioids: From Receptor to Retina
Course Description: This course will examine opioids from receptor-level pharmacology to clinically relevant effects on the body and visual system. Participants will review pain pathways and classifications, common opioid formulations, receptor mechanisms, analgesic effects, and systemic adverse effects.
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Pacific Time
Speaker: Benjamin Young, OD
Course ID: 107002-PH
Course Category: Pharmacology
Course Title: Beyond the Script: Understanding Opioid Use in Modern Pain Management
Course Description: This course will examine the pathophysiology of opioid addiction and the clinically relevant effects of opioid use on ocular structure and function. Participants will review the transition from impulsive to compulsive drug use, the role of reward pathways and reinforcement, and distinctions among recreational use, dependence, and substance use disorder.
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Pacific Time
Speaker: Benjamin Young, OD
Course ID: 107003-PH
Course Category: Pharmacology
Course Title: A Pain in the Eye: From Trigeminal Opioid Pathways to Dangerous Ocular Masquerades
Course Description: This 1-hour session bridges the gap between basic science and clinical reality when it comes to ocular pain. The pharmacology of pain, specifically the role of opioid receptor signaling in the trigeminal system will be discussed, including its application to eye care. Systemic and neuro-inflammatory conditions with ocular manifestations such as Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus, neuropathic dry eye, and uveitis will be addressed.
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pacific Time
Speakers: Mark Eltis, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO and Allisa Song, MD
Course ID: 107179-PH
Course Category: Pharmacology
Course Title: Beyond the Bottle: Systemic Agents in Glaucoma
Course Description: Using a complex case of advanced glaucoma as a clinical framework, this course will explore the role ofsystemic medications in contemporary glaucoma management. Participants will consider the differentialdiagnosis and management of markedly elevated and fluctuating intraocular pressure, including open-angle, angle-closure, mixed-mechanism, and secondary glaucomas
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 NN Pacific Time
Speaker: Mark Eltis, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO
Course ID: 107177-PH
Course Category: Pharmacology
Sunday, October 25, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Course Title: Medication-Associated Ocular Toxicity: Emerging Considerations With GLP-1 Drugs and Established Risks of Plaquenil, Elmiron, Ethambutol, and Tamoxifen
Course Description: GLP-1 receptor agonists are widely prescribed for the management of Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Numerous reports have cited ocular side effects associated with their usage. The most frequently reported complications include non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy, diabetic retinopathy, links to macular complications, changes in intraocular pressure, refractive shifts and dry eye. Overall, while GLP-1RAs provide significant systemic benefits, careful ophthalmic monitoring, particularly in high-risk patients is recommended. This course will review the pathophysiology of GLP-1 RAs and investigate the link between these medications and ocular side effects. Case examples will be highlighted.
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Pacific Time
Speaker: Julie Rodman, OD
Course ID: 107287-PH
Course Category: Pharmacology
Course Title: Oral Medications in Eyecare: A New Vision?
Course Description: This course will provide an interactive review of the role of oral medications in different ocular conditions. An emphasis will be placed on the variety of ways to use different oral medication and new updates on the treatment and management of these conditions. The course will include electronic polling to provide instantaneous feedback.
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 NN Pacific Time
Speaker: Bobby Saenz, OD
Course ID:
Course Category: Pharmacology
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 8 hours of Pharmacology CE credits.
Beyond Drops: Underutilized Therapies for Dry Eye Disease
This course explores dry eye therapies that are often underrepresented in clinical practice. Participants will review various conditions and treatment strategies, including CPAP-related dry eye, moisture chamber therapy, and blink dysfunction management. Emphasis will be placed on patient selection, clinical implementation, and integrating individualized dry eye management strategies into everyday optometric practice.
Speaker: Cory Lapin, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Elise Kramer
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 107419-TD
Category: Trt/Mngmnt Ocular Disease
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour CE credit.
Thank you to MoistureVue for exhibiting at this event.
All Things IOP: Updates in Modern Glaucoma Care
This course explores the evolving understanding of intraocular pressure and its role in glaucoma progression. Attendees will review the clinical significance of corneal hysteresis, IOP fluctuations, and home monitoring technologies, examining how these factors influence treatment decisions. Participants will assess the limitations of current monitoring strategies and explore emerging technologies that support earlier detection, improved risk analysis, and personalized glaucoma care.
Speaker: Nathan Lighthizer, OD
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Carolyn Majcher
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 107420-GL
Category: Glaucoma
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to iCare | Visionix for sponsoring this event.
iCare | Visionix is an advanced ophthalmic technology company and trusted partner in ocular disease management offering medical devices for retinal imaging, perimetry, tonometry, OCT, refraction, and screening.
Non-contact Cooled IPL: Clinical Science, Research & Procedural Strategies for Modern Ocular Surface Disease
Explore the science, evidence, and clinical application of non-contact cooled intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy for ocular surface disease, emphasizing treatment protocols, patient selection, and practical integration into contemporary dry eye management.
Speaker: Mile Brujic, OD
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 107421-TD
Category: Trt/Mngmnt Ocular Disease
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to MDelite for sponsoring this event.
MDelite Vision & Aesthetics is a leading provider of light-based technologies that help optometric practices expand patient care and grow cash-pay services. Trusted by more than 300 practices nationwide, MDelite pairs innovative technology with industry-leading customer support, clinical education, and long-term partnership.
Phase Five: Strategies for Success
Join Drs. Mile Brujic and Dave Kading on this year-long journey into implementing ocular surface disease diagnosis & treatment into your practice.
Hosted by Woo University & Optometric Insights
CLOSE: Collaborative Learning in Ocular Surface Education
CLOSE is a year-long program that guides clinicians in adopting practical, step-by-step strategies for better diagnosis and management of ocular surface disease. This initiative will have 5 phases: Diagnostics, Therapeutics, Coding & Billing, Advance Treatments, and Strategies for Success. Participants will receive useful resources to guide them along with each lecture, and an open Q&A session at each phase, where Dr. Brujic and Dr. Kading will answer any and ALL questions.
Notice: While this program is educational, accredited Continuing Education (CE) will not be offered. This is intended for clinicians who want to change the trajectory of their practice by enhancing patient outcomes.
Behind the Lens: Modern Innovations in Optical Design
This course details the differences between traditional and free-form surfacing of ophthalmic lenses, focusing on technological advancements, innovative lens designs, and updated manufacturing processes that deliver optimal visual acuity for spectacle wearers across a variety of lifestyle activities, hobbies, and professions.
Speaker: Corey Roveri
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 107457-GO
Category: General Optometry
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to TED Optical Lab for sponsoring this event.
We are Optometrist/Optician owned, and family operated. Our mission is to provide you with the perfect lenses that not only enhance your vision but also complement your personal style. With a passion for optical excellence, we are dedicated to offering a seamless shopping experience that caters to eyewear enthusiasts and individuals in need of vision correction.
Laser Vision Correction: LASIK, PRK, and SMILE — A Clinical Guide for Optometrists
Explore the landscape of laser vision correction and the optometrist’s role in co-managing these patients. This course reviews LASIK, PRK, and SMILE, emphasizing patient selection, key diagnostics, and procedure considerations. Participants will learn how to manage patient expectations, recognize post-operative red flags, address common misconceptions, and provide effective co-management from referral to long-term follow-up.
Speaker: Emily Schorr, MD
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 105513-PO
Category: Peri-Operative Management of Ophthalmic Surgery
This event is supported with an educational grant from RXSight.
This event is COPE approved for 1 hour of CE credit
Clinical Management of Complex Corneas with Specialty Contact Lenses
This case-based course focuses on managing patients with complex corneal disease using specialty contact lenses. Participants will learn patient selection, lens modality choices, fitting strategies, and how to address common challenges. The session emphasizes co-management with the eye care team, improving visual outcomes, ocular surface health, and patient comfort, enhancing clinical decision-making for complex corneal and ocular surface conditions.
Speaker: Stephanie Pisano, OD, FAAO, FSLS
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Ariel Cerenzie
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 102953-CL
Category: Contact Lenses
Thank you to Metro Optics for exhibiting at this event.
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour CE credit.
Scleral Lens Troubleshooting: Aligning the Sclera with your Patients Complaints for Success
Scleral lenses have significantly grown in popularity over the past 10 years as a dynamic tool to treat a myriad of conditions, especially irregular corneas. But these cases may not be as easy to tackle without the expertise and experience of a seasoned fitter. This course will review the most common issues that arise when fitting a scleral lenses and potential solutions for achieving a successful scleral lens fit.
Speaker: Zachary Holland, OD
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 107458-CL
Category: Contact Lenses
Thank you to Bausch & Lomb SVP for exhibiting at this event.
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour CE credit.
CLOSER: Collaborative Learning in Ocular Surface Education - Refined
Join Drs. Mile Brujic and Dave Kading on this year-long journey into implementing ocular surface disease diagnosis & treatment into your practice.
Hosted by Woo University & Optometric Insights
CLOSER: Collaborative Learning in Ocular Surface Education REFINED
Open to all CLOSE participants- current and former (2025).
Think of CLOSER as phase 4.5. Dr. Brujic and Dr. Kading will dive even deeper into Ocular Surface Treatments & Care, including more in-office treatments, case-based lecturing, and interactive learning.
Gain even more out of the CLOSE program with CLOSER - Join us on October 13th, 2026.
Notice: While this program is educational, accredited Continuing Education (CE) will not be offered. This is intended for clinicians who want to change the trajectory of their practice by enhancing patient outcomes.
From Lesions to Lids: Practical Applications of Chemical Cautery in Optometry
Optometrists have been able to remove benign eyelid lesions in various states for many years now. When cutting into the eyelid to remove a benign lesion, it is imperative that one understands the eyelid anatomy. This interactive presentation will review the anatomy of the eyelids in relation to ophthalmic eyelid surgery. It was also thoroughly cover all eyelid lesions, from the benign to the malignant. It will also review, update, and instruct the audience on the how’s and why’s of performing chemical cautery lesion removal in the optometric practice.
Over 1300 attended our event and we received amazing feedback!
Speaker: Nathan Lighthizer, OD
Moderator: Dr. Jennifer Stewart
COPE ID: 106587-SP
Category: Surgery Procedures (Optometric)
Thank you to DermaCautery for exhibiting at this event.
This event is COPE approved for 1 hour CE credit.
Scleral Lens Extravaganza: Advanced Technology, Troubleshooting and Cases
This course will give a general overview of scleral lens fitting but focus on advanced level fitting techniques a specialty lens fitter may run into in unique and routine cases. As newer instrumentation and lens advancements continue to evolve, OD's must pivot their fitting philosophy and protocol to maintain the highest level of care. This course will also overview a handful of cases that represent the newest technology and lens advancements.
Almost 1100 attended our event and we received amazing feedback!
Helpful for future practice.
Amazing knowledge of the subject.
Such a great, cogent overview of a subject that can feel so complicated. Thank you!
I appreciated Dr. Holland’s clinical pearls!
first online CE in a while where I took notes!
Excellent webinar. Very informative presentation on scleral lens technology and troubleshooting, with relevant case examples I can apply in practice. Thank you!
Enjoyed the lecture. Will use these insights for my next fit.
Excellent talk on scleral contact lenses.
Good content. Learned new techniques.
Speaker: Zachary Holland, O.D.
Moderator: Dr. Ariel Cerenzie
COPE ID: 104093-CL
Category: Contact Lenses
Thank you to Metro Optics for exhibiting at this event.
This event is COPE approved for 1 hour of CE credit.
Toxic Tears: Recognizing and Managing Preservative-Induced Damage
Dry Eye Disease is a complex, often-overlooked condition. This course promotes proactive diagnosis and care, with special attention to ocular toxicities related to preservatives, offering advanced tools, technologies, and strategies to improve outcomes across all eyecare specialties.
Almost 1400 attended our event and we received amazing feedback!
Feedback from anonymous survey:
I loved the anatomy portion and nerd- out moments. I wish we had touched more on surface dysbiosis and the role of immunosuppressants on OSD
Great speaker! Will definitely look forward to finding her lectures again. I work in long term care facilities and this information is invaluable! Thank you!!
Thanks for the amazing talk! Such a knowledgeable speaker!
No one better than Dr. McGee! Just bought a bottle of Ivizia drops today. Synchronicity!
Extremely interesting lecture with valuable clinical information and solutions.
Good pacing and enjoyed the first hand advice on what worked for her.
Great speaker! Great subject that is a largely ignored subject.
Woo U is my FAVORITE CE source! Thank you.
Dr. McGee was very knowledgeable and engaging. Excellent info presented tonight.
Great speaker - loved your clinical pearls such as probing further to get true patient history, and using proparacaine to distinguish central from peripheral pain.
I will now switch my own drops to only preservative free.
Liked the case about GLP use because our patients often do not share.
Very convenient and much improved system.
McGee is always so fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable and teaches very well!
Speaker: Selina McGee, OD, FAAO
Moderator: Dr. Elise Kramer
COPE ID: 106586-TD
Category: Trt/Mngmnt Ocular Disease
This event is COPE approved for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to Thea for exhibiting at this event.
Thank you to Thea for exhibiting at this event.
Established in 2019, Thea Pharma is the United States subsidiary of Laboratoires Théa, a global leader and pioneer in ophthalmics. We are committed to serve doctors that treat the anterior segment and ocular surface conditions.
Scleral Lens Office Hours
Join Woo U for a unique Scleral Lens "Office Hours", where practitioners are encouraged to submit real clinical cases of specialty contact lens patients where they experience a challenge or difficulty in the fitting process. Several cases will be selected and presented to a live panel of specialty lens experts who will then review each case and provide feedback. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a live interaction with the experts by asking live questions and gathering expert insights.
Thank you to Bausch + Lomb Specialty Vision for supporting this event.
Date: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Faculty: Dr. John Gelles, Dr. Nathan Schramm, Dr. Brooke Messer
Moderator: Dr. Ariel Cerenzie
Cost: Free!
Phase 5 - Strategies for Success
ABOUT CLOSE:
CLOSE was created to provide a path for ocular surface management into practice. This year long program will provide the support for the practitioner interested in actively incorporating dry eye disease diagnostic and management strategies in their practice.
Surveys will be sent out on the diagnostics and incorporation of strategies from Phase 4.
How do these phases come together?
Year one summary and review.
Strategies for success moving forward.
Important notice: Continuing Education (CE) will not be offered for this initiative. This is intended for clinicians who want to change the trajectory of their practice by enhancing patient outcomes.
Introducing VIZZ
Introducing VIZZ
Join Woo U and Lenz Therapeutics for a 1-hour event Introducing VIZZ:
The once daily aceclidine-powered eye drop to treat presbyopia for up to 10 hours.
Learn about what makes VIZZ unique from principal investigators with first-hand experience with clinical trial subjects.
Introducing VIZZ
Introducing VIZZ
Join Woo U and Lenz Therapeutics for a 1-hour event Introducing VIZZ:
The once daily aceclidine-powered eye drop to treat presbyopia for up to 10 hours.
Learn about what makes VIZZ unique from principal investigators with first-hand experience with clinical trial subjects.
Introducing VIZZ
Introducing VIZZ
Join Woo U and Lenz Therapeutics for a 1-hour event Introducing VIZZ:
The once daily aceclidine-powered eye drop to treat presbyopia for up to 10 hours.
Learn about what makes VIZZ unique from principal investigators with first-hand experience with clinical trial subjects.
Fit Happens! Knowing When It’s Time to Go Custom
Join Dr. Stephanie Woo and Dr. Jenny Wong for a free one hour CE event where we discuss interesting scleral lens case reports. Many patients can benefit from a more custom scleral lens, and we will help identify good candidates.
Speakers: Dr. Stephanie Woo and Dr. Jenny Wong
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM Pacific Time
Location: Mastro’s Ocean Club inside The Shops at Crystals
Address: 3720 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas NV 89158
COPE ID: 100144-CL
Category: Contact Lenses
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Phase 4 - Filling the Gaps
ABOUT CLOSE:
CLOSE was created to provide a path for ocular surface management into practice. This year long program will provide the support for the practitioner interested in actively incorporating dry eye disease diagnostic and management strategies in their practice.
Surveys will be sent out on the diagnostics and incorporation of strategies from Phase 3.
Discussion of advanced in-office procedures.
Understanding the gaps in treatment that these fill.
Understanding how to incorporate treatments into practices.
Important notice: Continuing Education (CE) will not be offered for this initiative. This is intended for clinicians who want to change the trajectory of their practice by enhancing patient outcomes.
Phase 3 - Billing and Coding
ABOUT CLOSE:
CLOSE was created to provide a path for ocular surface management into practice. This year long program will provide the support for the practitioner interested in actively incorporating dry eye disease diagnostic and management strategies in their practice.
Surveys will be sent out on the diagnostics and incorporation of therapeutic strategies from Phase 2.
Data collection from clinicians on current billing and coding strategies.
Discussion on the intricacies of OSD management:
Office Visits
Diagnostic Testing
In-Office Procedures
Insurance v. Self-Pay
Prior authorizations
Important notice: Continuing Education (CE) will not be offered for this initiative. This is intended for clinicians who want to change the trajectory of their practice by enhancing patient outcomes.
Phase 2 - Creating the Algorithm
ABOUT CLOSE:
CLOSE was created to provide a path for ocular surface management into practice. This year long program will provide the support for the practitioner interested in actively incorporating dry eye disease diagnostic and management strategies in their practice.
Surveys will be sent out on the diagnostics and incorporation of strategies from Phase 1.
A logical diagnostic algorithm will be created based on the data collected from the surveys.
Algorithms will include differentials, such as evaporative, aqueous, etc
What is currently being done with collected information?
When are you seeing patients back for follow up visits?
What is being seen on follow up visits?
Important notice: Continuing Education (CE) will not be offered for this initiative. This is intended for clinicians who want to change the trajectory of their practice by enhancing patient outcomes.
Thank you to our supporters:
MD Elite, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Sight Sciences, Dompe, Thea, and Bausch + Lomb.
Thank you to Viatris and CooperVision for providing an educational grant to support this initiative.
Knowledge Challenge – How Much Did You Learn About Geographic Atrophy?
Get ready to test your knowledge and skills… Show what you've learned from the first two events in this thrilling game show-style trivia challenge! Attendees will have the opportunity to join the discussion around GA treatments, answer trivia questions, and hear from our expert panelists on all things Geographic A-trivia. Join us for all three events for the best chance to become one of 12 lucky prize winners!
Panelists: Dr. Julie Rodman, Dr. Cecelia Koetting, Dr. Damon Dierker, and Dr. Elise Kramer
Host & Moderator: Dr. Stephanie Woo
Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free!
Special note: This is not for CE credit.
Fuller, Thicker, Bolder Lashes: Plants versus Prostaglandins
This course describes and compares the mechanisms of action for both the prescription and non-prescription (OTC) agents, as well as the plant-based eyelash growth serums. We will outline the Optometrist’s role in recommending these products.
Over 900 attended our event and we received amazing feedback!
Feedback from anonymous survey:
TRACY IS TOP-RATE.
Great topic, especially since cosmetics has been a growing field.
I thoroughly enjoyed this lecture by Dr. Offerdahl and I hope she gives more lectures I can attend.
Really enjoyed this lecture. This is a topic I haven’t given much thought but after this lecture I find it so applicable to so many of my patients. Thank you.
Amazing presentation. Great insight into long term treatment options that can be safe for patients.
Excellent, engaging and relevant speaker! Thank you!
Outstanding presentation, extremely informative.
Loved it! Dr. Offerdahl was amazing!
Excellent lecture. Dr. Offerdahl always puts on a great lecture. This is my first time for a woo lecture with her and I look forward to more.
Dr. Offerdahl is amazing. I completely agree w/ her holistic approach to medicine.
Speaker: Dr. Tracy Offerdahl
Moderator: Dr. Jen Stewart
COPE ID: 85079-PH
Category: Pharmacology
This event is COPE approved for 1 hour of CE credit.
Scanning the Horizon Ocular Nutrition
Anti-Aging, Wellness, and Prevention Opportunities for Optometric Practices
Patients are expecting wellness and prevention recommendations from their optometrists. This webinar will review how to scan, discuss, and recommend supplements. Looking for another income source? Looking to elevate patient care? Learn how to be a part of the future of optometry!
Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024
Time: 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Faculty: Greg Caldwell, OD, FAAO, Trevor Crabtree, OD, Tracy Offerdahl, PharmD, FAAO
*Please note, this event is NOT for CE credit. This event is hosted by Optometric Education Consultants. To learn more about OEC click here.
Woo U Reception Hosted By Cooper Vision
Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Time: 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM Pacific Time
Location: Horseshoe Hotel & Casino (Skyview Tower #4)
Address: 3645 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Directions: Once inside Horseshoe Casino, head to the Resort Tower. Take the elevator to the 26th floor. Head to SkyView #4.
Bi-Elevation™ 360: A New Perspective on Scleral Lens Fitting
Bi-Elevation 360: A deep dive into how you can address uneven limbal clearance and achieve uniform landing on the sclera. Dr. Jason Jedlicka, Dr. Brooke Messer, Dr. Nick Gidosh, and Bausch + Lomb manager of consultation, Carri Rivera will review recent findings in ocular anatomy, they will discuss ways to achieve a more customized fit and will highlight a firsthand case study from a patient with keratoconus, followed by a live discussion with the speakers.
Scleral Lens Soiree Pre Track: Scleral Lens Fundamentals
Image credit: Atlantis scleral lens from X-Cel Specialty Contacts
Join the Scleral Lens Education Society and Woo University for an immersive experience into scleral lenses. This program begins with a three-part monthly webinar series hosted by the SLES, focusing on scleral lens fundamentals. We will then expand our knowledge with the Scleral Lens Soiree - a two-day educational event packed with advances topics in scleral lenses. Whether you are a novice or seasoned scleral lens fitter, this experience has something for everyone! Earn up to 11 hours of COPE accredited CE for free. Join us for one or all of these events.
Heidi Miller, OD
Jamie Kuzniar, O.D.
Title: Jumpstarting your Scleral Lens Practice
Course Description: This 1 hour course will dive into scleral lens indications and considerations for building a specialty lens practice within various optometric settings including details about staff, technology, billing, and scheduling to set your practice up for success. Discover where to find common scleral lens patients and how to gain referral sources from your local colleagues.
Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Time: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM Eastern Time
Format: Synchronous Virtual
Category: Practice Management
Julie DeKinder, OD
Title: Scleral Lens Fitting 101: Fine Tuning the Fit
Course Description: A one-hour CE course will focus on the basics of scleral lens fitting, troubleshooting scleral lens fits.. Discussion will include anterior segment topographical analysis, lens selection, lens fitting, material selection, care systems, and troubleshooting.
Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Time: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM Eastern Time
Roya Habibi, OD
Title: Masterclass in Scleral Lens Logistics
Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Course Description: Success in the prescribing of scleral contact lenses goes beyond the actual fit of the lens and this course will simplify and provide a structured approach to completed a fit from start to finish. It will provide practitioners a guidebook on what is needed in order to ensure best patient health and improvement from scleral lenses.
Time: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM Eastern Time
Woo U Cocktail Party
Join Woo U in Las Vegas, Nevada for a fun cocktail hour. Come meet your favorite Woo U speakers and say hi to friends. We are so grateful to our sponsors, supporters, faculty, and attendees for their support of Woo U.
Arrive early to sample select wines from Dr. Woo's personal wine cellar.*
*While supplies last. They will go quickly!
Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Location: Bally's Hotel (aka The Horseshoe)
Address: 3645 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Suite Number: TBD
Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Pacific Time
Thank you to Mo Events and CooperVision for sponsoring this event.
Pitfalls & Perils in OD Eyecare Referrals
Title: Pitfalls & Perils in OD Eyecare Referrals
Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022
Time: 6:30pm Pacific Time
Location: Mercato Della Pescheria restaurant, Las Vegas
La Maddalena - Private Dining Room (inside Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian Hotel)
(This is not for COPE credit)
Supercharge Your Contact Lens Sales
Contact lens patients are extremely valuable to optometric practices, and sales of contact lenses can be a huge area of gross and net revenue. By focusing on annual supply sales, premium lens products, staff training and effective patient communication, practice owners can develop effective tools to combat online sales and keep contact lens revenue in their practices.
Over 500 attended our event and we received amazing feedback!
Feedback from anonymous survey:
Dr. Jen Stewart is an amazing and successful business woman and doctor. Always learning something from her.
Nice easy style
Dr has great ideas in contact lens strategy for increasing revenue
This was an outstanding CE course and the speaker was excellent in her presentation!
Great ideas to help improve sales!
Excellent infofrmation to increase sales for dailies
Great speaker! I learned so much! Very practical info that I can start to implement tomorrow!
Good presentation. I like the way Dr. Stewart thinks!
Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Stewart
Date: Thursday, March 3, 2022
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
This event is COPE approved for 1 hour of live continuing education.
Thank you to CooperVision for supporting this event with an unrestricted educational grant.
CooperVision
CooperVision, a division of CooperCompanies (NYSE:COO), is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses. The Company produces a full array of daily disposable, two-week and monthly contact lenses, all featuring advanced materials and optics. CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges such as astigmatism, presbyopia and childhood myopia; and offers the most complete collection of spherical, toric and multifocal products available. Through a combination of innovative products and focused practitioner support, the company brings a refreshing perspective to the marketplace, creating real advantages for customers and wearers. For more information, visit www.coopervision.com.
Update on Micro-Invasive Glaucoma Surgery
Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) has only been around for about a decade. There are several MIGS options available and more coming to market. This course will teach the eye care professional about the importance of MIGS and the most appropriate uses of these devices.
Almost 700 attended our event and we received amazing feedback!
Feedback from anonymous survey:
I absolutely, loved the detail & in depth level Dr. Saboori went into in a very engaging way! Thank you!!
great talk, well presented. Thanks!
Inclusion of surgical videos was great!
Great CE event, really enjoyed it!!! Thank you!
GREAT SPEAKER, EASY TO UNDERSTAND, USEFUL INFORMATION
Loved the videos of the different surgeries. Very informative.
Great talk! Helps us comanage better when we are aware of the surgical procedures.
This was an excellent presentation. I appreciated it very much!
Speaker: Dr. Mazeyar Saboori
Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of continuing education.