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ACE 2025 Courses

Virtual On-Demand Courses
Available 10/1/2025 - 11/12/2025

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Title	Begin Date	End Date	Course Description	Event Category	CE Credits
VD011022 Front Office Super Staff	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Front Office Super Staff 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. Christine M. McDonald, COA, COE Credit: 0.75	Administrative/Practice Management	0.75
VD011023 Ophthalmology Humanitarian Mission: A Blueprint	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Ophthalmology Humanitarian Mission: A Blueprint for a Successful and Rewarding Experience Description: This presentation will share the steps to plan and carry out an ophthalmic humanitarian mission. It will also share resources along with "tricks of the trades" for a successful and fruitful mission. Hon-Vu Q. Duong MD, SFHEA Credit: 1	Administrative/Practice Management	1.00
VD021013 Document! Document! Document!	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Document! Document! Document! Description: This course will provide a detailed discussion on how to record a proper chief complaint and history. It will focus on the components necessary to complete a workup for a cataract evaluation. The importance of proper documentation and how it affects exam billing will be emphasized. Britta R. Tucker, COT Credit: 1	Chart Documentation/Coding/Scribing/Triage	1.00
VD021015 Pupil Triage	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Pupil Triage Description: This course will review the various causes of pupil abnormalities including afferent pupillary defect, dilated, small and non-reactive. It will also discuss how to triage. Dana Darwish, MD Credit: 0.5	Chart Documentation/Coding/Scribing/Triage	0.50
VD022011 Coding and Chart Documentation: You Can't Have One	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Coding and Chart Documentation: You Can't Have One Without the Other Description: Chart documentation is critical when working up patients and scribing with physicians. This course will discuss the direct relationship between chart documentation and coding and how physicians and practices are paid. Christine M. McDonald, COA, COE Credits: 1.25	Chart Documentation/Coding/Scribing/Triage	1.25
VD022014 Triage: What Are the Most Important Questions?	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Triage: What Are the Most Important Questions? Description: This course will provide an overview of the most important questions to ascertain how emergent, urgent or really just routine the eye issue is and how to schedule the patient in an appropriate manner. Michelle D. Willis, COMT, OSC Credit: 0.5	Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	0.50
VD041007 Medical Ethics	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Medical Ethics Description: This course will discuss the definition of medical ethics, scope of ethics in the medical practice, theories and principles of ethics and the professional duties associated with ethics. Hon Vu-Duong, MD Credits: 1	General Ophthalmic Knowledge	1.00
VD042009 Optics for the Rest of Us	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Optics for the Rest of Us Description: This lecture will cover practical everyday optics from optical crosses to transposition to spherical equivalent that AOP will have a chance to use on a day-to-day basis. Craig N. Simms, COMT, BSc, ROUB Credits: 1	General Ophthalmic Knowledge	1.00
VD042011 Dreaded Muscles	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Dreaded Muscles Description: This course will discuss tips and tricks to solve those tricky muscle questions. Sherry D. Malone, COT, OSC Credits: 1	General Ophthalmic Knowledge	1.00
VD052015 Emergencies in the Eye Center	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Emergencies in the Eye Center 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. Misha Faustina, MD, FACS Credit: 1	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	1.00
VD052019 In Your Lane: Infection Prevention and Control	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	In Your Lane: Infection Prevention and Control Best Practices Description: Infection prevention and control (IPC) may not always be top of mind in your busy ophthalmic clinic, until a patient presents with a potentially infectious condition, that is! Instead of responding to these situations reactively, ophthalmic personnel can be proactively aware of and engaged in the IPC program. IPC is a shared responsibility that requires both education and training. Apryl McElheny, MBA, MSN, RN, CASC Credit: 1	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	1.00
VD052020 Pink Eye: What Is It?	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Pink Eye: What Is It? Description: This course will highlight the common causes of conjunctivitis, key differences to determine the diagnosis, and management for each etiology. Not every “pink eye” is a bacterial infection, but many treat every case with antibiotics. By the end of the course, you will be able to recognize differences in conjunctivitis and educate patients about proper treatment. Gary L. Legault, MD Credit: 1	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	1.00
VD052021 Presbyopia: Everything Old is New Again!	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Presbyopia: Everything Old is New Again! Description: For most of us, unless we actually find the fountain of youth, presbyopia is unavoidable. Fortunately, there are many alternatives for dealing with this inevitability. This course will discuss some of the standard methods of correction and some of the newer approaches to achieving clear vision at all distances. This course is intended for beginners and intermediate learners. Vasudha A. Panday, MD Credit: 0.75	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	0.75
VD052022 Evaluation and Management of Tearing Patients	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Evaluation and Management of Tearing Patients Description: This course will review the relevant anatomy and pathogenesis of nasolacrimal duct obstruction. It will also review the evaluation and management of epiphora. Bradley A. Thuro, MD an John Nguyen, MD Credit: 1	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	1.00
VD052023 Compassionomics: The Science and Practice of Carin	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Compassionomics: The Science and Practice of Caring Description: This course will present robust scientific evidence that compassion in healthcare measurably improves patient outcomes, increases the quality and safety of care, reduces costs and prevents provider burnout. It will also discuss ways we can grow our compassion and communicate it to our patients. Mark W. Johnson, MD Credit: 0.5	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	0.50
VD053016 Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: A Potpourri of	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: A Potpourri of Interesting Cases Description: This course will include the presentation and discussion of four interesting cases from grand rounds at the Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania. Eydie Miller, MD et. al. Credit: 1	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	1.00
VD053018 Ocular Trauma and Emergencies	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Ocular Trauma and Emergencies Description: It is imperative to recognize and triage ocular emergencies and trauma, understanding each team member’s role and responsibilities, in order to mitigate further harm and ensure the best outcome possible. Steven M. Silverstein, MD, FACS Credit: 0.5	Comprehensive Clinical Ophthalmology	0.50
VD062012 Pharmacologic Therapy After Eye Surgery	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Pharmacologic Therapy After Eye Surgery Description: The course will cover the medications used after eye surgery. The primary focus will be topical medication but other delivery options will be considered. Goals and assessment of treatment will be covered. Lawrence W. Platt, MD, MBA Credit: 1	General Surgery	1.00
VD062013 Setting Up a Sterile Environment for Minor Surgery	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Setting Up a Sterile Environment for Minor Surgery in an Office Setting Description: This course will cover skill sets necessary to create a safe environment when performing procedures in the office setting. Principles of infection control will be covered, including but not limited to sterilization practices, breaks in sterility, and other aspects necessary to provide safe, quality care during office procedures. Financial interest disclosed. Elethia C. Dean, PhD, MBA, RN, BSN Credit: 0.5	General Surgery	0.50
VD072014 Inside Out: Corneal Surgical Procedures	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Inside Out: Corneal Surgical Procedures 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. Vasudha A. Panday, MD Credit: 1	Cornea	1.00
VD072015 Flooding the Desert: Dry Eye Update	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Flooding the Desert: Dry Eye Update 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. Vasudha A. Panday, MD Credit: 1	Cornea	1.00
VD073013 Cornea Case Challenges	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Cornea Case Challenges Description: This course will review challenging cases in cornea clinic and strategies for management. Joanne Shen, MD Credit: 0.5	Cornea	0.50
VD082005 Neovascular Glaucoma	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Neovascular Glaucoma Description: Neovascular glaucoma is a common but challenging condition which causes significant ocular morbidity. It is important to be able to efficiently triage and treat these patients since successful management is time sensitive and requires a multi-discipline approach. Discussions will include underlying etiologies, diagnosis and treatment strategies. Carla Bourne, MD Credit: 1	Glaucoma	1.00
VD082006 Glaucoma Medications: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Glaucoma Medications: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Description: This course will describe the different classes of glaucoma medications and their mechanisms, the local and systemic side effects of these medications, and management of these side effects with a focus on corneal toxicity. Roshni Vasaiwala, MD Credit: 0.5	Glaucoma	0.50
VD092008 Oculoplastics Red Flags on the Phone and in the Cli	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Oculoplastics Red Flags on the Phone and in the Clinic Description: Triaging patients on the phone and examining patients in the clinic has the potential to identify conditions that need urgent attention. The purpose of this course is to review oculoplastic surgery scenarios on the phone that may necessitate urgent care. In addition, a number of oculoplastics conditions in the clinic will be reviewed that should not be missed. Richard C. Allen, MD, PhD, FACS Credit: 1	Oculoplastics	1.00
VD102016 Less Common Causes of Retinal Neovascularization	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Less Common causes of Retinal Neovascularization Description: This course will discuss the differential diagnosis of non-AMD and non-diabetic retinal neovascularization. It will focus on exam findings as well as multi-modal imaging tools that can be used to aid in the diagnosis and management of these conditions. Deepak Sambhara, MD Credit: 0.75	Retina	0.75
VD111010 Modern Options for Refractive Surgery	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Modern Options for Refractive Surgery Description: Refractive surgery options for the vast majority of refractive errors will be presented. Factors that drive the surgeon to perform one procedure over another will be presented. John Cason, MD Credit: 0.75	Refractive and Cataract Surgery	0.75
VD112009 All About Cataracts	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	All About Cataracts 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. Xiaoqin Lu, MD Credit: 1	Refractive and Cataract Surgery	1.00
VD112012 Pearls for the Management of Challenging Cataracts	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Pearls and Techniques for the Management of Challenging Cataracts Description: This course will discuss challenging cataracts and their management. David Hardten, MD, FACS Credit: 1	Refractive and Cataract Surgery	1.00
VD112013 Biometry and IOL Power Calculations	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Biometry and IOL Power Calculations Description: This course will discuss the role of biometry in IOL power calculations. Methods of evaluating quality and repeatability of measurements will be covered. Various IOL power calculation formulas and their applications will be discussed. Jacqueline Whinery, COA, OCS Credit: 0.75	Refractive and Cataract Surgery	0.75
VD112014 Adjustable IOL Technology	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Adjustable IOL Technology Description: Incorrect lens power following modern cataract surgery remains a problem. Surgeons need ways to change or adjust the power of an IOL. This course will describe presently available adjustable IOL technology as well as ongoing research in these technologies. Nick Mamalis, MD Credit: 0.75	Refractive and Cataract Surgery	0.75
VD122010 Approach to the Patient with Double Vision	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Approach to the Patient with Double Vision Description: This course will discuss important historical and physical exam findings in patients with double vision. Karl C. Golnik, MD, MEd Credit: 1	Neuro-Ophthalmology	1.00
VD123012 Dysthyroid Optic Neuropathy, 3rd Nerve Palsy and Ne	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Dysthyroid Optic Neuropathy, 3rd Nerve Palsy and Neurovascular Imaging Description: At the completion of the lecture the participant should be able to describe new vascular neuroimaging techniques, describe the approach to Thyroid Optic Neuropathy, and describe the management of isolated 3rd nerve palsy in adults. Karl C. Golnik, MD, MEd Credit: 1	Neuro-Ophthalmology	1.00
VD142012 Understanding Ophthalmic Effects of Chronic Disease	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Understanding Ophthalmic Effects of Chronic Disease 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. Michael W. Stewart, MD Credit: 1	Ocular/Systemic Diseases	1.00
VD142013 Ocular Oncology: Saving Lives and Saving Eyes	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Ocular Oncology: Saving Lives and Saving Eyes Description: This course will discuss common benign and malignant intraocular tumors in children and adults including diagnostic features and treatment options. Aparna Ramasubramanian, MD Credit: 1	Ocular/Systemic Diseases	1.00
VD142015 Ocular Oncology: What Do We Need to Know	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Ocular Oncology: What Do We Need to Know Description: This course will highlight the most common intraocular tumors, discuss ways to identify these lesions with multimodal imaging, and highlight the available treatment options. We will also highlight how technicians, photographers and nurses can impact the patient’s experiences. Basil K. Williams Jr., MD Credit: 1	Ocular/Systemic Diseases	1.00
VD142016 Infectious Uveitis Syndromes: Resurging and Emergin	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Infectious Uveitis Syndromes: Resurging and Emerging Infections Not to Miss Description: This course will focus on infectious uveitis syndromes and ocular diseases of public health impact. It will include resurging diseases (e.g. syphilis, tuberculosis) and emerging infections that can lead to sight-threatening eye disease. Ophthalmic manifestations, lab testing and management approaches will be discussed with didactic and interactive formats. Steven Yeh, MD Credit: 1	Ocular/Systemic Diseases	1.00
VD142017 Ocular Manifestations of MPox (formerly monkeypox)	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Ocular Manifestations of MPox (formerly monkeypox) Virus Description: This course provides an overview of the ocular manifestations associated with MPox (formerly known as monkeypox) virus. Participants will review both common and atypical presentations of ocular MPox. The course will cover diagnostic approaches, therapeautic options, and recommended PPE protocols for caring for patients with ocular MPox. Gerami Seitzman, MD Credit: 0.5	Ocular/Systemic Diseases	0.50
VD143014 Iris Tumors 101	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Iris Tumors 101 Description: Attendees will gain an understanding of different lesions that present in the iris, the best way to evaluate them from the technician's standpoint and the management from a surgical standpoint. Komal B. Desai, MD Credit: 0.75	Ocular/Systemic Diseases	0.75
VD152028 Introduction to Ophthalmic Ultrasound	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Introduction to Ophthalmic Ultrasound 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). Craig N. Simms, COMT, BSc, ROUB Credit: 1	Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	1.00
VD152031 Beyond Basics: Assessment and Analysis of B-Scan	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Beyond Basics: Assessment and Analysis of B-Scan Description: This course will review basic B-scan techniques and their value and describe how to perform ultrasound assessment and analysis. Carmelina Trimboli, COA, CDOS Credit: 1	Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	1.00
VD153017 Behind the Shadows: A Case-Based Look at Ocular Ult	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Behind the Shadows: A Case-Based Look at Ocular Ultrasound Description: This continuing education course is designed for allied ophthalmic personnel seeking to enhance their proficiency in ocular ultrasound. Through a series of case-based examples using B-scan and ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM), participants will review sonographic anatomy, improve image interpretation skills, and identify key features of various posterior and anterior segment pathologies. The session includes interactive elements that encourage critical thinking an diagnostic reasoning, allowing attendees to apply concepts in real time. Emphasis will be placed on proper scanning techniques, optimizing image quality, and recognizing clinically significant findings that support physician decision making and patient care. Ashley Alexander, COMT, CDOS, ROUB Credit: 1	Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	1.00
VD153030 Ultrasound in Ocular Oncology: Lesion Assessment	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Ultrasound in Ocular Oncology: Lesion Assessment 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. Carmelina Trimboli, COA, CDOS Credit: 1	Diagnostic Testing/Imaging	1.00
VD162003 Visual Fields for AOP	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Visual Fields for AOP Description: This course will cover how visual fields relate to the visual pathways before moving into the essence of visual field testing including manual Goldmann and automated perimetry. The course will finish with the interpretation of automated visual fields including the Humphrey Field Analyzer and Octopus Visual Field system. Craig N. Simms, COMT, MEd, ROUB, CDOS Credit: 1	Visual Fields	1.00
VD192002 Pupils, Fields and Potpourri	Oct 1 2025 8:00AM	Nov 12 2025 11:59PM	Pupils, Fields and Potpourri Description: In this lecture, examination of pupils and the significance of afferent pupillary defect will be discussed. In addition, automated visual fields will be reviewed with an emphasis on neurologic visual field loss. Lastly, a potpourri of clinical cases will be discussed with diagnosis and management. Joanne Shen, MD Credit: 1	Visual Assessment and Therapy	1.00

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