Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 Central Scotomas and Eccentric Fixation in Low Vision Rehabilitation
Provider
 Envision University
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Location
 Available Online - Available at https://university.envisionus.com/Courses-and-Events
Date(s)
 August 20, 2019 - June 19, 2022
CE Hours
 1
Contact Information
 Michael Epp michael.epp@envisionus.com
Registration Information
 Register and complete the course online at www.envisionuniversity.org.
Fees
 30.00
Description of CE Program/Activity
 This lecture will explain the different types of scotomas along with their signs and symptoms that maybe be encountered in daily practice. Simple diagnostic testing using typical office exam equipment will be discussed. A strategy for determining the best func-tioning eye and suggested rehabilitation techniques will be covered along with a comparison to techniques used in Vision Therapy. 1. Describe characteristics of two types of common scotoma. 2. Discuss diagnostic testing for detecting the type and location of scotomas and determine the Eccentric Viewing direction. 3. Suggested training techniques for developing a useful eccentric viewing position and how this may improve reading performance.