ACE Course Listing - Virtual On-Demand 9/29/2026

ACE 2026 Courses

Virtual On-Demand Courses
Available 9/29/2026 - 11/5/2026

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Title	Begin Date	End Date	Course Description	Event Category	CE Credits
VD011022 Front Office Super Staff	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: The front office staff lay the foundation of customer service, clinic flow, and the initiation of insurance and patient payment processes. This course will provide information on the essentials for front office success. Presenter: Christine M. McDonald, COA, COE Credits: 0.75 IJCAHPO	01. Administrative/Practice Management	0.75
VD011047 How to be a Super Tech	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course is designed for AOP with any amount of experience. From the new minted technician to the seasoned veteran, this course will provide resources, short cuts (that work), mindset, organizational skills, and other tools to become motivated, organized, and the tech that every doctor wants in their clinic. Presenter: Diana Shamis, COMT, CO, MHSE and Michelle Pett Herrin, COMT, MA, (F)ATPO Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	01. Administrative/Practice Management	1.00
VD021049 Common Coding Errors that Result in Claim Denials a	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: Join us for an in-depth course designed specifically for professionals working with ophthalmology coding. This session will delve into real-world ophthalmology case studies and provide actionable solutions to some of the most pressing coding challenges in the field. Led by experienced coding specialists, the course offers practical tips to boost both the efficiency and precision of your coding practices, leading to optimized reimbursement and reduced administrative burdens. Presenter: Jacqueline Thelian, CPC, CPC-I, CHCA, CPMA Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO	02. Chart Documentation/Coding/Scribing/Triage	1.00
VD032039 Peering into the Past: Pearls for Ocular History T	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This is an interactive course where attendees will learn advanced skills on how to take good medical history depending on the ocular conditions the patient presents with. Pearls for taking accurate histories will be discussed. Presenter: April Maa, MD Credits: 0.75 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 0.75	03. History Taking	0.75
VD032041 Mystery History	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will discuss some of the most common chief complaints and why they might not correlate with the most common diagnosis. We will discuss the importance of listening to the things that are said as casual comments, and how your follow-up questions can lead the doctor to a completely different diagnosis. We will also discuss tuning in to things that aren't said out loud and how they can guide our history taking process. Presenter: Colleen Moody, COMT Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	03. History Taking	1.00
VD04250 Flooding the Desert: Dry Eye Update 2026	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will cover a wide variety of dry eye treatments, from the tried and true to innovative solutions that are on the horizon. Presenter: Vasudha Panday, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	14. Ocular/Systemic Diseases	1.00
VD052015 Emergencies in the Eye Center	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This case-based intermediate level course will review patient interactions for screening and triage of ophthalmic emergencies in the office setting including handling chemical burns, initial assessment of ocular traumas, and assisting patients in distress. Presenter: Misha Faustina, MD, FACS Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	05. Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	1.00
VD053016 Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: A Potpourri of Interest	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will include the presentation and discussion of four interesting cases from grand rounds at the Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania. Presenter: Eydie G. Miller-Ellis, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	05. Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	1.00
VD063042 Whole Eye Removal	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will explain the different types of eye removal surgery, including evisceration, enucleation and exenteration. Basic principles of medical indications, surgical technique and aftercare will be covered and will be demonstrated through clinical case examples. Presenter: Lilly Wagner, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	06. General Surgery	1.00
VD072014 Inside Out: Corneal Surgical Procedures	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will cover a wide variety of surgical procedures currently performed on/within the cornea. These will include endothelial to epithelial procedures and those in between. Indications for these procedures will also be briefly discussed. Presenter: Vasudha A. Panday, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	07. Cornea	1.00
VD072048 What Makes a Cataract Complex?	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: Every cataract case is complex in some way. This course covers several case studies to address the pre- intra- and post-operative complexities that arise in cataract surgery, and the questions technicians can ask to streamline the process for the patient. Presenter: Zack Zavodni, MD Credits: 0.5 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 0.5	07. Cornea	0.50
VD082043 Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) Overview	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will offer an overview of various micro-invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) procedures through discussion of anatomy and physiology of aqueous production/drainage, various MIGS options, and implantable extended-release pharmacologic agents. Attendees will learn about the overlap between MIGS and traditional glaucoma surgeries as well as complications of MIGS procedures. Presenter: Mike Reinsbach, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	08. Glaucoma	1.00
VD09351 Imaging in Oculoplastic Surgery	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: The use of imaging in oculoplastic surgery is common. MRI and CT are the most common imaging techniques ordered by the oculoplastic surgeon. The purpose of this course is to review the indications for different imaging studies. In addition, imaging of common diagnoses in oculoplastic surgery will be reviewed. Presenter: Richard C. Allen, MD, PhD, FACS Credits: 0.75 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 0.75	09. Oculoplastics	0.75
VD102044 Retinal Infections: A Survey of the Many Bugs that	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will cover various examples of retinal infections. Retinal and choroidal infections are potentially devastating causes of vision loss. Infections can occur in all age groups with varying degrees of immunocompetencies. A variety of organisms (viruses, bacteria, fungi, others) are responsible. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of infection is important to reach an accurate diagnosis and initiate appropriate treatment. Presenter: Michael Stewart, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	10. Retina	1.00
VD112009 All About Cataracts	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will provide a foundation of clinical knowledge of cataracts to help technicians learn about cataract surgery to assist in patient education. Cataract surgery around the world will also be discussed. Presenter: Xiaoqin Lu, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	11. Refractive and Cataract Surgery	1.00
VD112012 Pearls and Techniques for the Management of Challen	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will discuss challenging cataracts and their management. Presenter: David Hardten, MD, FACS Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	11. Refractive and Cataract Surgery	1.00
VD121040 Pertinent Pupillary Problems	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course includes the description of pupil function, reaction to light, causes of small and large pupils, and the definition and demonstration of afferent pupillary defect. The course will define constriction, dilation, hippus, blown pupil and correctopia. Presenter: Karl Golnik, MD, MEd Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	12. Neuro-Ophthalmology	1.00
VD122035 Management and Diagnosis of Ocular Palsies	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: Through an in-depth discussion of the main ocular palsies (3,4,6), attendees will be able to recognize a cranial nerve palsy, understand how to manage and treat (including when to admit or send to ER), and review congenital forms and disease entities that may mimic nerve palsy. Presenter: Dana Darwish, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	12. Neuro-Ophthalmology	1.00
VD132038 Tiny Toys, Big Trouble: Pediatric Eye Trauma	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This webinar prepares ophthalmic technicians to triage and assist in the management of pediatric and young-adult ocular trauma, with emphasis on common toy-related injuries in children, including gel-blaster projectiles. We will review typical presenting signs, initial clinic workflows, and escalation triggers, drawing on findings from a multicenter case series and pediatric trauma cohorts. We’ll also cover prognostic tools (Ocular Trauma Score) and key sequelae, traumatic glaucoma, retinal detachment, and cataract to support accurate counseling. Presenter: Pavlina Kemp, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	13. Pediatrics	1.00
VD142012 Understanding Ophthalmic Effects of Chronic Disease	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will discuss the relationship between the eye and important chronic diseases. Eyes have often been called the “window” to the rest of the body, a tribute to the many systemic diseases whose ocular findings can lead to accurate diagnoses. This course will review the ocular findings and their frequent association with chronic diseases. Presenter: Michael W. Stewart, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	14. Ocular/Systemic Diseases	1.00
VD142046 Ophthalmic Pathology - Diseases Through the Microsc	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: Attendees will be introduced to the process of tissue processing and assessing diseases from microscopy standpoint. Presenter: Hon-Vu Q. Duong, MD, SFHEA Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	14. Ocular/Systemic Diseases	1.00
VD152028 Introduction to Ophthalmic Ultrasound	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will cover ophthalmic ultrasound including a brief review of ultrasound physics, ultrasound biometry, B-scan, standardized A-scan and ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM). Presenter: Craig Simms, COMT, MEd, ROUB, CDOS, CRT Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	15. Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	1.00
VD152031 Beyond Basics: Assessment and Analysis of B-Scan	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will review basic B-scan techniques and their value and describe how to perform ultrasound assessment and analysis. Presenter: Carmelina Trimboli, COA, CDOS Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	15. Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	1.00
VD152037 Ophthalmic Ultrasonography	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course of ophthalmic ultrasound will describe the basic physics and describe the technique to perform a comprehensive ophthalmic utlrasound. With the aid of case examples it will describe the common pathologies and tips to differentiate different conditions. There are newer ultrasound techniques like color doppler, 3D ultrasound and the course will introduce the concepts of newer ultrasound techniques and their utility. Presenter: Aparna Ramasubramanian, MD Credits: 0.5 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 0.5	15. Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	0.50
VD153030 Ultrasound in Ocular Oncology: Lesion Assessment	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This lecture will provide insight into evaluating elevated intraocular lesions with B-scan. Emphasis will be on how to measure lesions and identify common intraocular pathology. Presenter: Carmelina Trimboli, COA, CDOS Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	15. Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	1.00
VD15352 The A-Z of Dry Eye Testing - Why Does My Doctor Need	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This course will provide a deep dive into dry eye testing, why the doctor needs the test, pitfalls to avoid and techniques to get the most accurate results. Participants will know the different dry eye tests that are available, understand why the doctor needs each test so you can explain what you are doing to the patient and avoid errors in technique that could give inaccurate results. Presenter: Janet Teng, COMT Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	15. Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	0.75
VD201045 Rehabilitation of the Low Vision Patient	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: This one-hour presentation explores the evolving landscape of low vision rehabilitation and the transformative innovations shaping its future. As the global population ages and the prevalence of visual impairment rises, advances in assistive technology, artificial intelligence, digital health, and interdisciplinary care are redefining how clinicians support individuals with low vision. Presenter: James F. Hill, III, OD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	20. Low Vision/Treatment	1.00
VD214036 Intraocular Tumors	Sep 29 2026 12:00AM	Nov 5 2026 12:00AM	Description: In this one hour course, we will review the spectrum of tumors within the eye and discuss clinical features and management. This presentation will be well illustrated, like an atlas of tumors one might see. Presenter: Carol Shields, MD Credits: 1.0 IJCAHPO, CA BRN 1.0	21. Masters Courses	1.00

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