Upcoming Woo U CE events
The Most Promising Treatments in the OSD Pipeline
What do we do for the patient who have tried everything to treat their ocular surface disease? As testing for dry eye evolves to understand the underlying causes better, our treatments also continue to improve. We will discuss new and emerging ocular surface disease treatments and who may benefit.
Speaker: Dr. Cecelia Koetting
Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Dr. Elise Kramer
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to Thea Pharma for exhibiting at this event.
How to Incorporate Myopia Management into Everyday Clinical Practice
Myopia management has recently been declared standard of care by the World Council of Optometry. We currently have more tools than ever to better serve our myopic patients but implementing an effective myopia management protocol into everyday practice can be daunting. This course will discuss the challenges of scheduling, staffing and acquiring proper equipment and offer solutions that optometrists can easily implement into general practice.
Speaker: Dr. Ashley Tucker
Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to CooperVision for exhibiting at this event.
Entering the Corneal Crosslinking Revolution: planning and post-op care for CXL
This course aims to provide a clinically relevant guide to managing patients preoperatively for corneal crosslinking. The course will discuss differences between Epi-On and Epi-Off corneal crosslinking, patient selection, setting patient expectations, understanding clinical outcomes, early post-op complications and co-management strategies.
Speaker: Brandon Ayres, MD
Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 91990-TD
Category: Trt/Mngmnt Ocular Disease
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to Glaukos for supporting this event with a medical education grant.
Myopia Management: The Science and Clinical Application
In this course, the risk of developing ocular disease secondary to myopia are reviewed. Attendees will then learn the most relevant recent science on prescribing atropine, multifocal contact lenses, MiSight, atropine, and future treatment options. In addition to best practices in prescribing these myopia management modalities, a review of potential side effects, complications, and follow-up regimens will be reviewed.
Speaker: Ariel Cerenzie, O.D.
Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to CooperVision for exhibiting at this event.
Ocular Surface Mavericks: Innovations in Dry Eye and Eyelid Health Management
Our understanding and ability to treat ocular surface disease has expanded greatly over the past decade. New diagnostic tests and treatment options have the potential to improve patient outcomes and practice efficiency. This course will provide an overview of essential concepts in modern ocular surface disease management.
Speaker: Dr. Damon Dierker
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Ocular and Systemic Interplay in Thyroid Eye Disease: A Multidisciplinary Approach
This immersive course examines the intricate interplay between ocular and systemic manifestations of thyroid eye disease. Adopting a multidisciplinary lens, explore the complex pathophysiology, clinical presentations, and management strategies that span optometry, ophthalmology, endocrinology, and other relevant disciplines. Gain a comprehensive understanding of this multifaceted condition through expert clinical insights.
Speaker: Dr. Marguerite McDonald
Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Conquering the Challenge: Effective Strategies for Neurotrophic Keratitis
This comprehensive session equips ECPs with proven strategies to conquer the formidable challenges posed by neurotrophic keratitis. Develop consistent diagnostic approaches, gain insights into the underlying pathophysiology, and master innovative therapeutic modalities. From early intervention to advanced management techniques, participants will leave armed with a powerful arsenal to effectively combat this potentially debilitating corneal disease.
Speaker: Dr. Paul Karpecki
Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Contact Lens and Billing Considerations For Patients With Keratoconus After Corneal Collagen Cross-linking
As more treatment options arise for KCN patients, this course will provide detailed information on factors to consider when starting to fit contact lenses after epi-off corneal crosslinking. Fitting strategies and considerations involving post epi-surgery and general keratoconus will also be discussed.
Speakers: Brooke Messer, O.D. and Clarke Newman, O.D.
Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Current Opinions in Eyelid Health
This dynamic roundtable session brings together renowned experts from various subspecialties to share their diverse perspectives on the latest advancements and challenges in eyelid health. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, gain exposure to cutting-edge research, and explore emerging management trends. Participate in this invaluable exchange of knowledge, fostering cross-pollination of ideas and catalyzing innovation in this rapidly evolving area of ocular surface disease management.
Speakers: Paul Karpecki, OD, Melissa Barnett, OD, and Tracy Doll, OD
Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Fighting Foggy Vision: The Role of the Tear Film in Scleral Lens Wear
This course will examine the relationship between the tear film and scleral lenses. Learn how the tear film can be affected by ocular surface disease and its potential impact on scleral lens wear and visual outcomes. Further, there will be a comprehensive review of evaluation and management strategies for complications caused by a compromised tear film.
Speaker: Dr. Maria Walker
Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Scleral Lens Champions: Ocular Surface Disease Management Strategies
This course will review the therapeutic benefit of scleral lenses in ocular surface disease management. Case report scenarios will be used to illustrate the implementation of scleral lenses for a variety of disease states. Additionally, the renowned faculty will share clinical pearls and pitfalls for managing the complex nature of these patients.
Speaker: Dr. Stephanie Pisano
Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
The Glaucoma Puzzle: When The Pieces Don't Always Fit
Glaucoma is a complex disease that results in characteristic cupping of the optic nerve and visual field loss. The problem is individual variability in optic nerve appearance and susceptibility to IOP can make it difficult to diagnose and follow glaucoma. This course will provide an overview using cases to work through when the pieces of the glaucoma puzzle don’t always fit.
Speaker: Mark Dunbar, O.D.
Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: 91655-GL
Category: Glaucoma
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to AbbVie for exhibiting at this event.
Understanding the Legal Nuances of Keratoconus Management
This course examines the legal circumstances encountered in keratoconus management.
Speaker: Eric Conley, O.D.
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Innovation in MIGS
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery has become a powerful tool in the surgical glaucoma world. Optometrists encounter patients that have undergone MIGS procedures on a daily basis and that number will only increase. It is imperative that we understand the devices and how to manage patients postoperatively. This course will cover a few of my favorite MIGS case examples and discuss postoperative considerations so the optometrist is ready to handle any MIGS surprise.
Speakers: Justin Schweitzer, O.D.
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Amniotic Membrane Principles
This course is designed to introduce the benefits of Amniotic Membrane technology. Amniotic Membrane therapy for case examples seen in common everyday primary eye care used to demonstrate how this technology can benefit the patient and the doctor.
Speaker: Dr. Travis Johnson
Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Ocular Surface Disease Diagnosis, Treatment and Real-World Patient Communication
The course covers dry eye diagnostics and treatments and keys for educating and communicating with these patients. The goal of this course is to improve patient compliance with meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), eyelid management, and ocular surface disease (OSD).
Speaker: Dr. Marc Bloomenstein
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual
Moderator: Pending
Cost: Free!
COPE ID: Pending
Category: Pending
This event is undergoing COPE approval for 1 hour of CE credit.
Thank you to Avenova for exhibiting at this event.
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.