Workshops

Friday, February 11, 4:30-5:30 PM

How to Become a Thriving Ophthalmology Practice in a Competitive Market
Format: Roundtable
Speaker:  Jeffery Daigrepont and Jen Rispo-Maguire

Course Description: This interactive, high-energy, lecture will open with formal introductions and a comprehensive overview of a high-performing practice from the perspective of operations, management, and strategy. The moderator will then open up a series of questions related to strategy, operations, and management. There will be an emphasis on the hard truths and realities of running a practice often not heard from the perspective of a successful practice administrator. Each question will include 5 minutes of interactive/roundtable discussion with the audience and will solicit direct feedback related to the topic. The course will end with open questions and answers and a wrap-up summary.


Friday, February 11, 5:35-6:35 PM

OMIC Risk Management: Lessons Learned from Cataract Surgery
Instructor: Michelle Pineda, MBA
Michelle Pineda, MBA, OMIC Risk Manager, will address the causes of cataract claims and lessons learned from settlements. discuss professional liability risk exposures associated with cataract surgery procedures and provide ophthalmic surgeons and their technicians and nurses with risk management strategies to mitigate those risks. Fully paid meeting registration required for physicians. 10% discount on your OMIC premium will apply for current ALAO, LAEPS, and MAEPS members who attend this risk management session.
A one-time 10% discount will apply for current NOAO members. OMIC insureds who are not member of these state societies will receive a 5% discount on their OMIC policy upon renewal.


Saturday, February 12, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Botulinum Toxin Workshop
Instructor: Michael Worley, MD
Get hands-on, personalized instruction on the basics of botulinum toxin. This live workshop will identify the proper sites, doses, and indications for the injection of botulinum toxin, as well as tips for avoiding technique related complications. Instructors will provide support to local oculoplastic surgeons who will inject up to 20-25 volunteer patients.



Sponsored Lunches- These lunches are not affiliated with the NOAO Annual Symposium and offer no CME credit.

Friday, February 11, 2022
OMIDRIA® (phenylephrine and ketorolac intraocular solution) 1% / 0.3% Improving Outcomes During and After Cataract Surgery
Speaker: Dr. Rebecca C. Metzinger
Presented by Rayner

Saturday, February 12, 2022
Patient Opportunities with Presbyopia-Limiting IOLs
Speaker: Dr. Bennett Walton
Presented by Alcon