Glaucoma Management in Optometric Practice: Building Confidence and Clinical Impact

Demonstrates how to identify and manage glaucoma in patients with low baseline intraocular pressure, emphasizing evidence-based treatment initiation and careful monitoring of disease progression.

Explores decision-making for patients with both cataracts and glaucoma, illustrating when to combine or stage surgical and pharmacologic interventions to enhance vision and reduce treatment burden.

Focuses on optimizing outcomes for patients with inadequate pressure control, covering medication switching, treatment escalation, and strategies to improve adherence and consistency in therapy.

Concludes with key takeaways from all cases, highlighting lessons in diagnostic precision, individualized treatment planning, and the importance of peer collaboration in advancing glaucoma management.