Studies have shown that there is a significant drop-out rate among contact lens users. Many of these can be due to allergic reactions, compromised corneal immunity, tear problem, corneal hypoxia, and infections.
• Maintain Tear Film Stability in Contact Lenses • Preventing Corneal Hypoxia in Contact Lenses • Preventing Allergic and Immunologic Responses to Contact Lenses • Preventing and Managing Contact Lens-related Infections
CORNEAL THERAPY
Corneal therapy consists of managing corneal structural disintegration
due to disease, trauma or surgery, such as Steven-Johnson Syndrome, keratoconus, keratoglobus, pellucid marginal degeneration, post-surgical ectasia, post-traumatic cornea, and corneal transplant.
Advances in visual science has progressed from myopia correction to control of its progression. Current myopia studies have revived interest in using contact lenses in myopia control. This session will highlight the various methods and technologies that have promising results.
• Advances in Corneal Re-shaping Technology (Ortho-K) • The Role of Multifocal Contact Lenses in Myopia Progression Control • Wavefront-guided Customized Contact Lens Correction in Myopia
We have chosen Shangri-la, the best hotel in Asia, situated in one of the best beaches in the world, Boracay. Shangri-la Boracay Resort and Spa commenced operations last March 2009. It has superb conference facilities, complete amenities, great ambiance, and excellent services. You can enjoy island hopping, nature trekking, water sports, golf, exquisite spas and Filipino massages, among the many activities available on the island. You can scuba dive or engage in ocean floor walking and have the chance of viewing one of the most diverse marine life on earth. In addition, you can bask in the serene natural beauty of seven kilometers of the finest white sand in the world.
filipino hospitality
We have prepared two occasions for fellowship: the Welcome Cocktails and the Fellowship Dinner and Awards Night at the beautiful Boracay beachfront. You will experience the Filipino cultures and traditions as we feature some of them during the fellowship dinner.
The Philippine College of Optometrists (PCO) is the leading peer recognition body in the Philippines dedicated to global excellence in education and practice of optometry. Since 1998, PCO has been advancing the science and practice of optometry in this part of the world.
The PCO is honored to host the 7th Asia Cornea and Contact Lens Conference on March 3-5, 2010. In behalf of its Board of Trustees, I am inviting you to the 7th ACCLC in the Philippines.
There are many reasons why you should attend this conference.
ABOUT PCO
Since 1998, PCO has been advancing the science and practice of
optometry in this part of the world.
WE ARE
The leading peer recognition body in the Philippines dedicated to global excellence in
education and practice of optometry.
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