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| Partner Luncheon Friday, November 15th, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Hosted By:  *Capacity is limited; first come, first served |
| Partner Luncheon Saturday, November 16th, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Hosted By:  *Capacity is limited; first come, first served |
Agenda:
Thursday, November 14
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Registration
Friday, November 15
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Breakfast Provided by NCOS
7:00 AM - 4:15 PM: Registration
7:00 AM - 4:15 PM: Partner Exhibit Hall
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Retina Brainteaser Cases, COPE 92086-SD, Christopher Borgman, OD, FAAO (2 hours)
This course will review and discuss the pathology behind approximately a dozen retinal pathology cases that are not seen in optometry every day. An approach to review and use our knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and pathology will be reviewed to best manage these types of patients that may not present every day. New and old thoughts in the management and treatment of retinal pathology cases will also be reviewed. Additionally, pitfalls in the diagnosis of these conditions will be discussed.
10:15 AM - 12:15 PM: Acute Vertical Diplopia: Neuro-Optometric Approach, COPE 93213-NO, Christopher Borgman, OD, FAAO (2 hours)
This course highlights the differential diagnoses for acute onset vertical diplopia and how to accurately diagnose these conditions in a timely manner. A review of my favorite approach to these cases will be discussed.
10:15 AM - 12:15 PM: Breakout Session: CPR Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (add-on course)
Need to renew your CPR certification this year? Zack Kemp of Weaverville Wellness is back with a 2-hour optional course on Friday morning! Cost is $125/person and includes certification, digital handbook, supplies for practicals and a CPR mask for each individual.
*Register for this add-on course on the main Fall Congress registration form. This is a breakout session that runs concurrent to the general session lecture in this same time slot.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM - Alcon Partner Lunch (capacity is limited; first come, first served)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM: NCOS PAC Board Meeting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Update, COPE 92094-NO, Christopher Borgman, OD, FAAO (1 hour)
Optometrists are often the first doctors to recognize this potentially visually devastating disease in patients presenting with complaints of headaches and/or changes in vision. This course aims to update the optometric clinician on the latest findings and current thinking in the management of patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). This course will review the necessary criteria for diagnosis of IIH, the associated signs and symptoms to be aware of during the ocular examination sequence, the appropriate co-management team, and the available treatment options including both medical as well as surgical interventions in this day and age of treating this disorder.
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM: Neuroimaging 101: MRI, COPE 92087-NO, Christopher Borgman, OD, FAAO (1 hour)
This course will review and discuss the basic physics, theory, clinical application, and the most common uses of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for the everyday, practicing optometrist. This course is intended to be an introductory course to MRI neuroimaging for optometrists who are wanting to get more comfortable ordering, reviewing/reading their own patients’ MRI scans. The presenter’s approach to MRI interpretation along with several real case examples are included to apply learned concepts. As the most common neurological disorders that optometrists typically manage are associated with cerebrovascular accidents, this course will mainly emphasize interpretation of MRI scans in patients with ocular findings secondary to stroke.
Saturday, November 16
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Breakfast Provided by NCOS
7:00 AM - 4:15 PM: Registration
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Partner Exhibit Hall
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: “The “DEWS” and Don’ts of Modern Dry Eye Management”, COPE 94404-TD, Bobby "Chip" Wood, OD (2 hours)
Course description coming soon!
10:15 AM - 12:15 PM: “Hey Doc, What’s New? An Update of Modern Ocular Disease Management in Primary Eyecare”, COPE Pending, Bobby "Chip" Wood, OD (2 hours)
Course description coming soon!
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM - Dompé Partner Lunch (capacity is limited; first come, first served)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: NCOS Overview and Discussion (New Licensees Only)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: The Five Pillars of Diabetic Retinopathy Management in Optometry, COPE 92951-TD, Bobby "Chip" Wood, OD (1 hour)
This lecture will review diabetic retinopathy fundamentals while challenging optometrists to consider patients more holistically. The five primary responsibilities of the optometrist in diabetic retinopathy management will be considered from multiple angles. These include detection, grading, risk assessment, management, and patient support. Each recommendation is presented in a way that is practical to implement in optometric practice with a goal of helping the profession to elevate the standard of care with proper management and vigilance, even given the challenges posed by today’s busy healthcare environments.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Student Seminar (Students Only)
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM: Modern Management of Diabetic Retinopathy in Primary Eye Care, COPE 92958-SD, Bobby "Chip" Wood, OD (1 hour)
The incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus (DM) continues to grow in the US population. As such, Doctors of Optometry will continue to play an ever-expanding role in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of diabetic eye disease. This course will include an overview of the disease, its risk factors, co-morbidities, and ocular complications. Faculty will then delve into the latest in structural and functional testing that allow for more confident management of this sight-threatening disease. Finally, a case report will illustrate the fundamental steps to modern management of diabetic retinopathy in primary eye care.
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM: North Carolina Board of Optometry Election (open to NC-licensed optometrists residing in North Carolina)
Join us at the conclusion of Saturday's General Session to elect who will be recommended for appointment to the NC Board of Optometry.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: NCOS Business Meeting (1 hour general credit, open to NCOS members)
Please join us for our annual business meeting where we will be discussing important matters of the Society and electing our new officers and trustees.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Celebration of NC Optometry (open to NCOS members and spouses/guests)
Join us for drinks and hors d'oeuvres to celebrate NC optometry with beautiful views at the Top of the Plaza! During the evening there will be remarks from the outgoing and incoming President, recognition of your new officers and trustees, our awards presentation, and the ceremonial passing of the gavel. Plus plenty of time to mingle with your fellow ODs. You won't want to miss it!
Sunday, November 17
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Breakfast Provided by NCOS
7:00 AM - 10:15 AM: Registration
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Bad Eyes, Scary Things and Dirty Pictures: Common Cases in Rural Optometry, COPE 93344-GO, Frances Bynum, OD (2 hours)
This course is designed to present information pertaining to common cases seen in most optometry practices including diagnosing, treating, and billing and coding. These cases will include eye diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataract, and various retinal and corneal problems and challenges (and opportunities) we have as primary care eye doctors.
10:15 AM - 12:15 PM: When to Play and When to Pass: Common Anterior Segment and Posterior Segment Diseases, COPE 93345-GO, Frances Bynum, OD (2 hours)
An in depth look at challenging cases with Anterior & Posterior Segment Disease and when and where to refer if necessary. Cases that are commonly seen in optometry practices and the discussion of treatment versus referring to a specialist.
Speakers:
Christopher Borgman, OD, FAAO
Memphis, TN
Dr. Chris Borgman is an associate professor at the Southern College of Optometry. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in biology at Central College in Pella, Iowa and his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry. Following graduation, Dr. Borgman completed a one-year residency in Primary Care and Ocular Disease at the Illinois College of Optometry/Illinois Eye Institute in Chicago, Illinois. Prior to joining the faculty at SCO, Dr. Borgman spent three years in a multi-doctor, private ophthalmology practice in Des Moines, Iowa which specialized in primary care, ocular disease, cataract surgery, and laser refractive surgery. He is a member of the American Optometric Association (AOA), the Tennessee Association of Optometry Physicians (TAOP), and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. He has authored numerous articles published on the topics of various ocular disease conditions, and has also lectured in many continuing education venues, both nationally and internationally, on the topics of primary care ocular diseases, ocular pharmacology, ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, and neuro-optometric diseases. Dr. Borgman currently sees patients and supervises students in a clinical setting at The Eye Center at SCO, and also teaches two classroom courses: Systemic Pathology, and Integrative Analysis. His areas of professional interest include: primary care ocular disease, ocular manifestations of systemic disease, and neuro-optometric diseases. Dr. Borgman enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters, and is a slow-pitch softball and baseball enthusiast.
Frances Bynum, OD
Martin, TN
Dr. Bynum was raised in Crawfordville, FL. After graduating from Wakulla High School in 1988, she received a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University and her Doctorate of Optometry degree from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis. She completed externships at Baptist Eye Institute, Jacksonville, FL and Drs. Woods, Lanier & Bowman in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Bynum is the owner of Northwest TN Eye Clinic in Martin and Greenfield, TN. Dr. Bynum is married to Tim Bynum, and they have a son, Aubrey. As the owner of Northwest TN Eye Clinic, she has brought state-of-the-art equipment and the latest procedures into the practice. Dr. Bynum has a strong background in contact lenses, ocular disease, and pathology, as well as refractive surgical care. Dr. Bynum has served as a National Board of Optometry Examiner. She currently is an active member of the American Optometric Association, Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians and the Northwest Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians. She has also completed the Leadership Weakley County Program. Dr. Bynum is also a fellow of the Tennessee Academy of Optometrists. Dr. Bynum serves as a Vision Source Administrator. Dr. Bynum is board certified through American Optometry Board. She is a speaker for Cooper Vision and LKC technologies. Dr Bynum is an adjunct professor for Southern College of Optometry. Dr. Bynum enjoys traveling and spending time with family.
Bobby "Chip" Wood, OD
San Antonio, TX
Dr. Wood has founded two practices as a therapeutic optometrist and glaucoma specialist. He serves as a co-administrator for Vision Source and has lectured nationally on glaucoma management, medical co-management for refractive and cataract surgery, and the implementation of modern ERG. Dr. Wood believes passionately in the importance of providing state-of-the-art technology and treatment to his patients.
For questions contact Christy Santacana, Meetings Coordinator, at (919) 977-6964 or [email protected].
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