Ophthalmology in general practice 

with

Mary B. Glaze D.V.M.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

Gulf Coast Animal Eye Clinic

Houston, Texas

Canine and feline ophthalmology:

problems in general practice 

The speaker

Mary Glaze D.V.M., a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, currently is employed as a referral Ophthalmologist in Houston Texas, where she manages many of the common problems encountered by the general practitioner. Prior to 2001, Mary was a Professor of Ophthalmology and clinical Ophthalmologist at Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Glaze has published an atlas of feline ophthalmology and has published widely in veterinary texts and journals. Because of her ability to present informative and entertaining lectures Dr. Glaze has been invited to present over 130 clinical presentations in the U.S., Australia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Japan and Germany.

Dr. Glaze has also presented several IVS seminars and continues to be one of our most popular speakers! Mary will present her thoughts on many of the more common ocular problems that the general practitioner encounters in their practice:

 The topics-

• Practical thoughts on eye examinations

Elements of a complete examination using a penlight and 3 ancillary diagnostic tests. Hear practical examination tips based on 15 years in a dimly lit room.

• The first ocular examination

The eyes of puppies and kittens can look considerably different. See what is acceptable in the immature eye, what problems can be appreciated during the patients first ocular exam and what can be done to manage such problems as entropion

• Corneal ulcers-routine and difficult

What to do when an ulcer persists or progresses despite conventional therapy. What's new in the management of the superficial ulcer, recurrent epithelial erosion and deep/perforating (real deep!) corneal ulcers.

• Choosing the appropriate drugs

Find out which antibiotics, anti- inflammatories and other selected drugs are best and why

• Differential diagnosis and management of the red eye

Anterior uveitis, glaucoma and conjunctivitis are common causes of a red eye. Here's a simplified system for distinguishing one from another, along with recommendations for therapy.

• Persistent ocular discharge

Yellow, tenacious exudates and brown-stained facial hairs are colorfull consequences of canine lacrimal and nasolacrimal diseases. Includes easy diagnostic and realistic treatment regiments for keratoconjunctivitis sicca and epiphora.

• Fundus interpretation made real

Identification and interpretation of fundoscopic lesions including collie eye anomaly, retinal dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, retinal detachment and chorioretinitis (both active and inactive).

• Ocular manifestations of systemic disease

See how the eye respond to systemic disease and how it can be used to your advantage in the diagnostic process. The discussion will include patients who presented with primary ocular rather than systemic complaints in potentially life-threatening diseases

• Ocular emergencies

Practical solutions for injuries including eyelid lacerations, corneal lacerations, ocular foreign bodies, the proptosed globe and hyphema/intraocular hemorrhage. Learn to predict which individuals have the best prognosis for vision and comfort

• Feline ophthalmology

A discussion of unique feline features including eyelid agenesis, eosinophilic keratitis, corneal sequestrations, herpetic keratitis, infectious conjunctivitis, anterior uveitis and glaucoma

• Geriatric ophthalmology

A discussion of the aging canine and feline eye, including corneal mineralization, cataracts, retinal detachment, endothelial dystophy and tumors

 

Seminar schedule: (16 AAVSB RACE approved CE hrs.)