From keratoconus management and blinking mechanics to aesthetics in optometry and neural vision training, today’s advances are redefining how clinicians approach eye care. Each topic offers new ways to combine science, empathy, and innovation — ultimately improving not just how patients see, but how they live.

Recent CE courses covered the latest in ocular surface disease, from Demodex blepharitis and MGD to neurotrophic keratitis and corneal nerve dysfunction. Here are the key takeaways, clinical pearls, and new treatment insights shared by leading experts.

Two powerful lessons: tailor contact lenses to meet unique visual needs, and never overlook corneal sensitivity testing in suspected NK.

From debunking myths about custom soft lenses to integrating mental health in keratoconus care and exploring the latest scleral lens innovations—this year’s Summit highlighted how specialty lens practice is evolving.

More than 2,600 eye care professionals attended our two most recent continuing education events, highlighting the growing interest in cutting-edge dry eye management.

Highlights from Dr. Marc Bloomenstein and Dr. Hajirah Saeed’s impactful presentations on Demodex treatment and the complexities of managing keratoconus in children.

In this enlightening session on L.I.D – Listen, Identify, Diagnose – Dr. Davison highlighted the power of empathetic listening and its impact on managing Demodex blepharitis. From understanding the disease and its effect on quality of life to learning about new treatment options and communication strategies, this talk was packed with clinical pearls!

This course discussed how to utilize OCT and OCTA in diabetes. Specifically, it reviewed how OCT was used to classify CI-DME vs. CSME and examined what OCTA revealed in diabetes and DR.

Woo University hosted our fifth Dry Eye in the Desert hybrid event, featuring unique courses focused on the important topic of dry eye. Incredible industry experts educated eye care professionals on improving their clinical practices within the dry eye arena. In-person attendees had the opportunity to learn from industry sponsors through live presentations, skills transfers, and exhibit hall interactions. This event was free to all eye care practitioners.

Have you ever wondered how to become a Myopia Control Expert? Dr. Joelle Holland shared valuable insights on this topic in her presentation, “Becoming Myopia Control Experts.”

The CLOSE (Collaborative Learning in Ocular Surface Education) program is designed for a wide range of eye care professionals who are passionate about advancing their knowledge and skills in diagnosing and managing ocular surface disease.  By participating in CLOSE, practitioners at all levels can enhance patient outcomes, stay ahead of emerging trends, and transform the way they manage dry eye disease and ocular surface conditions.

This course provided an overview of all myopia management strategies and patient selection. Other points of discussion included the pathophysiology of myopia, the impact of myopia, and patient selection for myopia control. Emphasis was placed on patient and parent education and how to relay the importance of myopia control.

Scientists have found a protein that appears important for the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a common cause of blindness in older adults.

Myopia is a common cause of correctable vision loss, with uncorrected myopia remaining the leading cause of distance vision impairment globally. Individual studies show variations in the prevalence of myopia and high myopia across regions and ethnic groups. And recent landmark publication estimates that by 2050, half the world population will have myopia.

The Contact Lens Institute of Nevada (CLNV) hosted a groundbreaking event on May 14th, 2024, at Wineaux, a sophisticated wine bar in Las Vegas. This first-ever CE poster session brought together eye care professionals for an evening of learning, networking, and (of course) delicious drinks!