Acquired Brain Injury and The Binocular Visual System (Encore)

Course Description:

• An exploration into the impact that traumatic and acquired brain injuries can have on the binocular visual system and how best to treat.

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Learning Objectives:

• Identify which patients have a visual problem impacting their road to recovery
• List the types of vision problems that can appear following a TBI
• Identify the ideal patient for a referral to a Neuro-Optometrist or Ophthalmologist

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Speaker:

• Name: Joseph A. Sciortino, O.D.
• Title: Optometrist
• Organization: Edmond’s Eye Associates
• Bio: Joseph is an Optometrist in Philadelphia, PA area that specializes in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disorders of the binocular visual system stemming from acquired or traumatic brain injuries.

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Target Audience:

• AT, PT, OT, MD/DO, PhD/PsyD, RN

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Course Format:

• Virtual, synchronous activity taking place via Zoom

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Difficulty Level:

• Advanced

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Registration Limit:

• Up to 1000

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Practice Domain:

• Examination, assessment, and diagnosis
• Therapeutic Intervention

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Fees:

• FREE activity

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Cancellation/Refund Policy:

• No fee was charged for this activity

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CEUs:

• Sway Medical (BOC AP#: P12055) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of (1.5) hours/Category A CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.

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Sponsors:

• This activity is not sponsored.

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Required Materials and Equipment:

• This activity will require a computer or phone with a stable internet connection.