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Featured Faculty

Adjunct Faculty

MEL RUBIN AWARD LECTURER Cataract/Refractive Surgery/Anterior SegmentStephen Lane, MDAdjunct Clinical ProfessorUniversity of MinnesotaAssociated Eye CareShoreview, MN Neuro-OphthalmologyPamela S. Chavis, MDAssociate Professor Ophthalmology & NeurosciencesMedical University of South Carolina Storm Eye Institute Charleston, SC

Retina-VitreousCarmen A. Puliafito, MD, MBADean of the Keck School of MedicineUniversity of Southern California in Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA

Cornea/External Disease/Anterior SegmentStephen C. Pflugfelder, MD Department of OphthalmologyBaylor College of MedicineCullen Eye Institute Houston, TX GlaucomaRonald L. Fellman, MDGlaucoma Associates of Texas Dallas, TX

Pediatric OphthalmologyMonte Mills, MDAssociate Professor University of PennsylvaniaScheie Eye InstitutePhiladelphia, PA

Hans K. Bruhn, BS, MHSSenior Risk Management SpecialistOphthalmic Mutual Insurance Company (OMIC)San Francisco, CA

Bradley D. Fouraker, MDBrandon Eye ClinicBrandon, FL

Sandra Strickland, RN, MSN, LHRM, CPHRMRisk Management ConsultantFirst Professionals Insurance Company (FPIC)Jacksonville, FL

Steve Robinson, OCS, COESenior ConsultantAdvantage Administration, Inc.Chattanooga, TN

The Breakers Golf Course*With two championship courses, The Breakers is the destination of choice for avid golfers, as well as vacationers who enjoy the game. From the first tee until the final approach on the 18th hole, these meticulously designed courses entice and challenge golfers of all levels.

Tennis*Voted one of the “top 50 tennis resorts” by Tennis Magazine, The Breakers tennis facility offers guests 10 beautifully groomed Har-Tru courts, a comprehensive pro shop with the latest fashions and equipment, USPTA/USPTR certified professional instruction, clinics and private court time.

The Spa at the BreakersThe Spa at The Breakers brings you oceans of calming possibilities. The expansive oceanfront destination pampers you with both indoor and outdoor indulgences—from stress-relieving massages to rejuvenating body wraps, revitalizing scrubs, nourishing facials and more.

*Discounted rates available for conference attendees.

Conference Venue Activities at the ResortThe Breakers One South County Road Palm Beach, FL 33480Reservations: 1-888-273-2537

Discounted room rates for the meeting start at $190/night for a Superior King room. Ask for the MASTERS room block to receive the special group rate. The cut-off date is May 22, 2011, or until the room block is filled. After this date, reservations and rates are subject to availability.

Learning Objectives

Accreditation Statements

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Target AudienceThis program has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians and nurses who have a specialized interest in the field of Ophthalmology.

Learning ObjectivesAt the conclusion of this activity, the attendee can expect to be able to:

Employ electrophysiology, OCT and other aids to distinguish and differentiate visual loss•Assess the clinical outcome of non-demyelinating optic neuritis and central nervous system white matter changes•Assess the evidence in support of tear dysfunction •Implement treatment of tear dysfunction based on severity •Discuss options for surgical management of corneal epithelial stem cell failure, including amniotic membrane and auto/limbal transplantation •Discuss characteristics and use of Femtocataract surgical technology and the use of various technologies to more accurately predict IOL powers •and axis determination for toric IOLs

Describe techniques that can be utilized to refixate dislocated IOLs•Analyze the use of OCT to evaluate preoperative cataract patients•Diagnose structural abnormalities by gonioscopic exam•Review landmark glaucoma studies for glaucoma management•Discuss surgical options for glaucoma patients with cataracts •Effectively screen strabismus patients for underlying neurological disease including cranial palsy, demyelinating diseases, mitichondrial diseases •and brain tumors

Effectively use SD OCT technology to manage retinal disorders•Distinguish the relative merits of autofluorescence, SLO and angiography for managing retinal vascular disease•Analyze new treatments for dry AMD•Discuss the feasibility of stem cell transplantation•Analyze the use of OCT to evaluate preoperative cataract patients•Identify other indications for the use of OCT in a comprehensive ophthalmology practice•Employ risk management strategies to eliminate wrong site surgeries which can lead to medical malpractice claims•Describe risk management measures designed to reduce the frequency and severity of malpractice claims•

CME/CE provided by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare

PhysiciansThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of AKH Inc. and the Florida Society of Ophthalmology. AKH Inc. is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. AKH Inc. designates this live activity for a maximum of 13.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

NursesAKH Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s COA. AKH Inc. designates this educational activity for 13.8 contact hours (1.38 CEUs). Accreditation applies solely to educational activities and does not imply approval or endorsement of any commercial product by the ANCC-COA.

Criteria for Success Statements of credit will be awarded based on the participant’s attendance and submission of the activity evaluation form. A statement of credit will be mailed/emailed to participants 4-6 weeks after successful completion. If you have questions about this CME/CE activity, please contact AKH Inc. at trish@akhealthcare.com.

Commercial Support Full notification of commercial support will be provided in the final course syllabus.

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masters in Ophthalmology 2011

Friday, June 24

7:00 am–5:00 pm Attendee Registration

3:00–5:00 pm Prevention of Medical Errors (Meets FL state mandated course requirements) Sandra Strickland, RN, MSN, LHRM, CPHRM

5:00–6:00 pm Effective Risk Management: Medical Records

Sandra Strickland, RN, MSN, LHRM, CPHRM

6:15–7:45pm Welcome Reception

Saturday, June 25

7:00–7:50 am Attendee Registration/Breakfast

7:50–8:00 am Welcome and Introductions

8:05–8:30 am What’s New in Imaging for the Retinal Specialist: OCT and Beyond Carmen A. Puliafito, MD, MBA

8:35–8:45 am Resident Lecture #1*

8:45–9:00 am Gonioscopy: Angle to Successful Glaucoma Management Ronald L. Fellman, MD

9:00–9:15 am The Narrow-Angle Eye: It’s Not Always Pupil Ronald L. Fellman, MD

9:15–9:25 am Resident Lecture #2*

9:25–10:15 am Mel Rubin Award Lecture—Supported By FPIC

The Future is Now! Cataract Surgery Circa 2011 Stephen Lane, MD

10:15–10:45 am Break

10:50–11:35 am Understanding and Identifying the Occult Presentation of Vision Loss Pamela S. Chavis, MD

11:35–11:45 am Resident Lecture #3*

11:45 am–12:35 pm Tear Dysfunction: A New Paradigm for Dry Eye Stephen C. Pflugfelder, MD

12:35–12:45 pm Resident Lecture #4*

12:45–1:45 pm Leadership Luncheon (see page 6 for details). Ticket required for non-members.

Please purchase and RSVP in advance on the registration page.

*Non-CME lectures presented by Ophthalmology residents from the major medical schools in Florida on original research projects in which they have participated.

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Scientific Agenda

Meeting details are subject to change. Complete details available at www.ophmasters.com

1:45–2:15 pm Dessert Reception

2:15–2:50 pm New Treatments for Macular Degeneration: Stem Cell Transplants, Complement Inhibitors and New VEGF Inhibitors

Carmen A. Puliafito, MD, MBA

2:50–3:00 pm Resident Lecture #5*

3:00–3:15 pm Landmark Glaucoma Studies: Improving Glaucoma Care Ronald L. Fellman, MD

3:15–3:30 pm Visual Field Pearls Ronald L. Fellman, MD

3:30–3:45 pm Surgical Options for Patients with Cataract and Glaucoma Ronald L. Fellman, MD

4:00–5:00 pm Joint Lecture with Office Administrators The Practice Score Card: How Much Information Does the MD Really Want or Need to Know?

Steve Robinson, OCS, COE

Sunday, June 26

7:00 am Attendee Registration/Breakfast

7:30–8:30 am Patient Safety: Preventing Wrong Site Surgeries Hans K. Bruhn, BS, MHS

Bradley D. Fouraker, MD

(Attendance required at this lecture to qualify for the OMIC discount)

8:30–8:55 am Not Optic Neuritis, So What is It? Pamela S. Chavis, MD

8:55–9:20 am Repairing the Damaged Ocular Surface Stephen C. Pflugfelder, MD

9:20–9:45 am Pseudoexfoliation: Challenges in Cataract Surgery Stephen Lane, MD

9:45–10:15 am Evaluation and Consultation in Complex Strabismus: When to Refer to Pediatric Ophthalmologist vs. Neuro-ophthalmologist Monte Mills, MD

10:15–10:35 am Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for the Comprehensive Ophthalmologist: Evaluating the Preoperative Cataract Patient and Managing Glaucoma

Carmen A. Puliafito, MD, MBA

11:00 am–1:00 pm Subspecialty Symposia (see page 6 for details)

1:00 pm Adjourn

CODEQUEST Coding College

Target AudiencePhysicians, coders, technicians and administrators with a basic understanding of CPT and ICD-9.

This Year’s Updated Course Curriculum Includes:

Fact sheets for the three new codes to replace CPT code 92135

Updates for amniotic membrane and glaucoma coding

Global period changes

New ICD-9 codes

Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) Updates

Medicare fee schedule status

Focus Medical Review (FMR), Comprehensive error rate testing (CERT), Recovery Audit contractor (RAC), Office of Inspector General (OIG) audits, including real-life case scenarios

PQRS and e-prescribing updates

Appropriate Coding Injections and drugs, lid lesion excisions, cultures and smears

Complex Cases Retained lens material, complex cataract, canaliculi repair, brow and ptosis

Modifier MasteryAppend the correct modifier every time

By Popular DemandWhat’s wrong with this picture

Peek into ICD-10On your mark, get set, be prepared

Question and Answer Sessions

RegistrationRegister on the form enclosed, online at www.ophmasters.com or directly with AAOE at www.aao.org/aaoesite

CME Credits for PhysiciansThe American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this educational activity for a maximum of 4 general AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

JCAHPO CreditsThis course has been approved for 4 JCAHPO “A” CE credits.

AAPC Continuing Education UnitsThis program has prior approval of the American Academy of Professional Coders for 4.0 Continuing Education Units. Granting of this approval in no way constitutes endorsement by the Academy of the program, content or the program sponsor.

Americans with Disabilities ActStatementIf you need any auxiliary services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act. (Please contact the FSO at 904.998.0819.)

Sponsored by the American Academy of Ophthalmic Executives, a partner of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Florida Society of Ophthalmology.

Friday, June 247:00–8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:00–10:00 am Course

10:00–10:15 am Break

10:15 am–12:30 pm Course

12:30 pm Course Concludes

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Subspecialty Symposia

Special Events

Neuro-Ophthalmology

Joshua Pasol, MD, ChairMiami, FL

Access the clinical outcome of myasthenia with consideration • of clinical danger signs and therapeutic options Employ the diagnostic techniques available for associated • diseases that can alter the course

Featured Guest Faculty: Pamela S. Chavis, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Arysol Soltero-Niffenegger, MD, ChairSarasota, FL

Recognize the most frequent causes of vision loss in children • with glaucoma and factors associated with better or worse visual outcomeRecognize the advances in retinal degenerations in children • including current and planned clinical trials

Featured Guest Faculty: Ronald L. Fellman, MD and Monte Mills, MD

Refractive Surgery/Cornea

Clifford L. Salinger, MD, ChairPalm Beach Gardens, FL

Identify major refractive procedures that can be • performed to correct refractive errors following cataract surgery Identify and manage ocular surface disease with • the goal of improving comfort and visual function following excimer laser keratorefractive surgery

Featured Guest Faculty: Stephen Lane, MD and Stephen C. Pglugfelder, MD

Retina-Vitreous

Michael Tolentino, MD, ChairClermont, FL

Analyze new treatments for dry AMD • Discuss the feasibility of stem cell transplantation•

Featured Guest Faculty: Carmen A. Puliafito, MD, MBA

Your meeting registration includes a choice of subspecialty symposia. You may only select one symposium as they are held concurrently however you may move from one symposium to another. Please indicate your preference on the enclosed registration form.

Sunday, June 26 | 11:00 am–1:00 pm

Welcome ReceptionFriday, June 24 | 6:15–7:45 pm

Join us for an opening reception on Friday evening in the exhibit hall. A number of wines will be available for tasting and a chance to visit with over 40 exhibiting companies.

Leadership LuncheonSaturday, June 25 | 12:45–1:45 pm

The Leadership Luncheon has been organized by the Florida Society of Ophthalmology for its members. This luncheon was designed to update attendees on current events and politics related specifically to the state of Florida. Members are

free and everyone is welcome to attend, however you must RSVP on the registration form on page 7. Tickets are $100 for non-members and guests, and may be purchased on the registration form.

Saturday ReceptionSaturday, June 25 | 5:15–6:45 pm

After the Scientific Sessions end on Saturday, join us for a light hors d’oeuvres and cocktail reception in the beautiful Circle Room at the Breakers. This reception is being hosted by the FSO Foundation, “For Eye Care.”

Children’s Dinner and PartySaturday, June 25 | 6:00–9:00 pm | $50

Drop the kids off and enjoy an evening on your own. The Breakers has planned dinner and a night complete with activities, games, movies, and arts and crafts exclusively for the Masters in Ophthalmology group to keep your little ones busy.

(Please note the kid’s party is for children ages 5–12 only.)

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SCIENTIFIC SESSIONS REGISTRATION Includes course syllabus and one admission badge for food functions and Saturday Reception. Registrant Fee $525 $______ FSO Member Discount $375 $______ Nurse Fee $375 $______ Residents & Fellows* $0 $______

CODEQUEST REGISTRATIONYou can also register with CODEquest directly at www.aao.org. AAO CODEquest • June 24, 2011 $255 $______

Total $______

SUBSPECIALTY SYMPOSIUMPlease select the symposium you would like to attend. There is no fee. Neuro-Ophthalmology Pediatric Ophthalmology Refractive Surgery/Cornea Retina-Vitreous

SPECIAL EVENT/GUEST REGISTRATION I will attend the Leadership Luncheon $0 $______ The Leadership Luncheon is included in member registration fee. However you MUST pre-register to attend this event.

Leadership Luncheon ticket for non-members and guests $100 $______

I will attend the reception on Saturday $0 $______ The Reception on Saturday is included in your registration fee. However you MUST pre-register to attend this event.

Guest ticket for receptions $75 x ____ $______

Children’s ticket $50 x ____ $______ Includes Friday Reception and Saturday Children’s Party

Total Fees $______

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REGISTRATION DEADLINERegistration and payment must be received no later than June 10, 2011 in order to ensure a name badge and syllabus materials. On-site registration will only be accepted on a space available basis.

CANCELLATION POLICYTelephone cancellations cannot be accepted. A written notice of cancellation must be received no later than two weeks prior to the meeting for a refund. A $25 administration fee will be deducted. No refunds will be made after June 10, 2011.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS The BreakersOne South County RoadPalm Beach, FL 33480Reservations: 1-888-273-2537Please ask for the MASTERS room block to receive the discounted rate of $190/night. Special room rates available until May 22 or room block is filled.

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Ancillary Programs

Meeting Highlights

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and Technician Program presented by JCAHPO (More information at www.jcahpo.org)

• CODEquest coding and documentation update presented by the American Academy of Ophthalmology

• Office Administrator’s Management Program designed for the ophthalmic practice administrator

Join your colleagues at the 2011 Masters in Ophthalmology Meeting on June 24–26 in beautiful Palm Beach, Florida. This 2½-day meeting will provide an extensive review on topics relevant to the general ophthalmologist and subspecialist in addition to exploring the latest research on clinical strategies to immediately put into place in your practice. • Earn more than 13 hours of CME/CE credit (Both Physicians and Nurses) • Nationally Renowned Faculty for Physician, JCAHPO and CODEquest programs

• Subspecialty Symposia including Neuro-Ophthalmology, Refractive Surgery/Cornea, Retina-Vitreous and Pediatric Ophthalmology • General and Subspecialty Scientific Sessions • Networking and Social Activities with colleagues and exhibitors • Resident Presentations of original research

• Risk Management Seminar on medical records and documentation

• Special Prevention of Medical Errors Session that meets FL state mandated course requirements

Why Attend theMasters in Ophthalmology 2011…

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Earn More Than 13 hrs of CME/CE credit

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