The Multiple Facets of Geographic Atrophy

This FREE presentation is designed for optometrists. Those in attendance will receive 1.5 Continuing Education Credits.

Razek Coussa, M.D., FRCSC Ophthalmologist, Retina & Vitreous Consultants of Wisconsin

Where: Virtual seminar Link will be sent with registration confirmation

Register: vision-forward.org/ODmeeting or contact Dena Fellows at dfellows@vision-forward.org or 414-615-0134.

Synopsis: Geographic atrophy (GA) is a progressive and debilitating condition that causes permanent vision loss. It is a leading cause of vision loss in older populations, particularly in individuals aged 50 years and older. Its prevalence increases with age, and due to the aging population, around 5 million Americans will have GA by 2050. Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of GA, however, there are multiple other causal pathologies including inherited macular dystrophies and neurodegenerative macular diseases.  This session will elaborate on key diagnostic features and imaging findings of GA causal pathologies and will also explore current and emerging treatment options that offer hope for preserving vision.

Dr. Coussa’s presentation will be accompanied by Colleen Kickbush, Vision Forward’s Director of Children’s Services, covering the Neurological with Visual Impairments program (NAVI), This multidisciplinary program supports individuals of all ages with visual and neurological impairments through coordinated therapy and vision services. NAVI focuses on each person’s goals, strengths, and interests, with care delivered in a clinic setting and extended into the home and community. A team-based approach ensures consistent, cross-disciplinary support tailored to each individual’s needs. Learn how optometrists can play a key role in this collaborative model to enhance patient outcomes.

Virtual Program

6:30 pm:
Dr. Razek Coussa, Ophthalmologist Retina & Vitreous Consultants of Wisconsin
“The Multiple Facets of Geographic Atrophy“

7:30 pm:
Colleen Kickbush, Director of Children’s Services Vision Forward
“Neurological and Visual Impairment Program: Multidisciplinary Therapy and Vision Services for Individuals of All Ages”

Please RSVP by June 2, 2025