2nd ADVANCED VITREO RETINAL TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY (AVRTT) 09

19 th 20th Dec, 2009

RETINA FOUNDATION, AHMEDABAD

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is conducive for Vitreo retinal specialists and trainees to acquire an update on the latest techniques and technology of vitreo retina that are constantly evolving. It will also provide an opportunity for the training residents and general ophthalmologists to sneak a quick look of the progression in diagnostics and treatment options in the Vitreo retinal speciality. The Vitreo retinal specialist will obtain updates on the recent new development and management of Vitreo retinal diseases in this two day Vitreo Retinal symposium. Do not let this opportunity pass as Didactic lectures and video presentations will be given along with live surgical demonstrations showcasing the new developments. Also Preferred practice patterns would be surveyed and shared. Further adding to the stimulation, there will be discussion period for the audience to ask questions.

COURSE DIRECTORS

Dr Manish Nagpal FRCS and Prof P N Nagpal FACS

EMINENT GUEST FACULTY

PRAVIN DUGEL (USA) HEMANTH MURTHY (Bangalore)

GAURAV SHAH (USA) ALAY BANKER (Ahmedabad)

T P DAS (Bhubeneshwar) Michael Cardamone (Singapore)

S Natarajan (Mumbai) and Retina Foundation Faculty

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Evaluate the latest techniques in vitreo retinal surgery

To manage complex retinal detachments and PVRcases

Compare the current treatment options and controversies in the management of ARMD and Diabetic Retinopathy using laser, antiVEGF therapy and surgery

Identify the latest innovations in surgical techniques and instrumentation especially the small gauge surgery and showcasing the new generation vitrectomy machine

Discuss new advances in ocular imaging techniques

THIS IS JUST AN ANNOUNCEMENT. DETAILS REGARDING PROGRAM AND REGISTRATION WOULD BE AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER . THERE IS LIMITED SEATING CAPACITY AND HENCE THOSE INTERESTED SHOULD WRITE TO US ON THE FOLLOWING E MAIL ID SO THAT WE COULD EVENTUALLY SEND YOU FURTHER DETAILS WHEN WE ARE READY IN SEPTEMBER

PLEASE CONTACT MEERA AT meera@retinafoundation.com / Call : 0091 79 22867982 / fax : 0091 79 22866381