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News From Clinical Optometric Methods and Procedures Special Interest Group

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News From Clinical Optometric Methods and Procedures Special Interest Group

Met: November 8, 2024, 4-8 p.m. (ET)

Co-chairs: Annette Bade (Nova) and Jen Reilly (NECO); Chair-Elect: Alia Khalaf (MCPHS)

Sponsors:

  • Keeler USA

Actions:

  • Conducted annual business meeting
  • Reviewed topics discussed during semi-annual meeting in May
  • Updates on student attendance post-pandemic
  • Update on accommodations requests
  • Discussed lecture/content delivery styles

Topics Discussed/Speakers:

  • Advanced Surgical and Laser Procedures Education (Nick Green)
  • National Board of Examiners in Optometry General and PEPS Updates (Jill Bryant, Nicole Jerge, Brett Foley)
  • Presentation from meeting sponsor, Keeler (Trevor Donley)

Further discussions:

  • Alia Khalaf steps into chair role following this meeting
    • Call for Chair-Elect, please contact Alia
  • Semi-Annual Meeting: date and time, TBD
    • Review PEPS performance and results
    • Choose annual meeting presentation topics
      • Ideas: AI in the classroom and/or lab, practical exam strategies

Contact Madison Broderick, Program Associate, Member Engagement for additional questions at mbroderick@opted.org

 

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