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ForwardWorld-wide rates of obesity are increasing, leading to a host of well-described chronic systemic diseases. Less is known about the ocular manifestations of obesity. In this talk we will discuss both the ophthalmic effects of obesity and broader public health challenges.
Educational series covering all aspects clinical eye care in an academic setting.
Key Words:
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Clinical eye care
- Diversity
- Ophthalmologists
- Optometrists
- Residents/Fellows
- Medical Students
- Community Physicians
Participants who engage in this educational intervention will be able to:
Understand the association between obesity and select ophthalmic disorders.
Recognize obesity rate trends and associated public health challenges.
Identify local obesity-related resources.
In accordance with the ACCME® Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, Standard 3, all in control of content must disclose any relevant financial relationships. The following in control of content had no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Presenter:
Gregory Griepentrog, MD
Associate Professor
Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Plastics
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ACCME Accreditation Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Hours of Participation for Allied Health Care Professionals:
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this activity for up to 1.00 hours of participation for continuing education for allied health professionals.
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
- 1.00 Hours of ParticipationHours of Participation credit.