News From Clinical Optometric Methods and Procedures Special Interest Group
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:
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