Join UNSW School of Optometry & Vision Science for an alumni evening on 29 October 2024 with the theme of “Cardiovascular Diseases and the Eye”.

The eye can be considered the window to the heart, providing critical insights into systemic health beyond mere visual function. This event will present expert-led discussions on the ocular manifestations of cardiovascular diseases, the incorporation of blood pressure measurements into optometric practice, and the neurological implications of cardiovascular conditions on ocular health.

As Optometrists, our role extends beyond the eye, encompassing a holistic view of our patients' overall systemic health. This alumni evening will offer in-depth analysis of how evidence-based practices and multidisciplinary collaboration can advance patient care, highlighting the expanding role of optometry in the management of systemic health.

We have a fantastic line up of speakers for the evening and hope that you can make it.

Agenda is as follows:

Date: Tuesday 29 October 2024

Time: 6.00pm – 8.30pm

Location: UNSW Optometry Clinic, Ground Floor, North Wing, Rupert Myers Building, Gate 14 Barker Street UNSW Sydney and;

The Rupert Myers Theatre, Gate 14 Barker Street, UNSW Sydney Kensington NSW 2052

Start Time

Topic

Presenter

Location

18.00

Registration

 

UNSW Optometry Clinic

18.15

Light dinner and refreshments

 

UNSW Optometry Clinic

19:00

Introduction to Health System Novel Pathways

Professor Michael Kidd

Director, UNSW Centre for Future Health Systems

Rupert Myers Lecture Theatre

19.10

Ocular Manifestations of Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes

Ms Paula Katalinic

Professional Services and Advocacy Manager at Optometry NSW/ACT

Rupert Myers Lecture Theatre

19.30

Cardiovascular neurology and the eye

Dr. Jennifer Sandbach

Ophthalmologist

Rupert Myers Lecture Theatre

19.50

Blood pressure control to major (op)tom: understanding how uncontrolled hypertension leads to development of vision-threatening eye conditions

Dr. Isabelle Tan

Research Fellow from The George Institute for Global Health

Rupert Myers Lecture Theatre

20.10

Panel Discussion with all speakers

Facilitated by Dr. Daisy Shu

Scientia Senior Lecturer and SOVS Alumni Liaison

Rupert Myers Lecture Theatre

20.30

Close

 

 

In person Lectures will be held in the Rupert Myers Theatre, M15, UNSW Sydney, and online will be via zoom.

The link for the zoom will be sent to you two days prior to the alumni evening.

Registrations are essential via this Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/alumni-evening-cardiovascular-diseases-and-the-eye-tickets-1007243922687