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Orange County Pediatric Eye Symposium (OCPES)

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Location
850 Health Sciences Rd
Irvine, CA 92617
Event Type

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Saturday, April 3, 2027

In-person
UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute
850 Health Sciences Rd
Irvine, CA 92617

Educational Goals

  • Recognize common and vision-threatening eye conditions in children.
  • Differentiate routine from urgent and emergent pediatric eye conditions.
  • Know when and where to refer for specialized ophthalmic care.
  • Improve in-office pediatric vision screening and examination techniques. (Hands-on)
  • Apply evidence-based management strategies to common pediatric eye complaints.

 

  • Orange County Pediatric Eye Symposium

     

    7:00 – 7:55 AM

    Registration & Light Breakfast

    Check in, enjoy light breakfast, and connect with colleagues and exhibitors.

    8:00 – 8:05 AM

    Welcome & Introduction

    Program overview, learning objectives, and opening remarks.

    8:10 – 8:40 AM

    The Red Eye in Children

    Recognize and manage conjunctivitis, corneal abrasions, and uveitis, including treatment strategies and referral guidelines.

    8:40 – 9:10 AM

    Don't Miss These Diagnoses

    Learn to identify vision-threatening conditions including leukocoria, orbital versus preseptal cellulitis, and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), with a focus on urgent and emergent referral criteria.

    9:10 – 9:40 AM

    Trauma, Screening & Strabismus

    Review the evaluation of ocular trauma and foreign bodies, vision screening best practices, amblyopia, and strabismus red flags.

    9:40 – 9:50 AM

    Break (Snacks and Refreshments provided)

    9:50 – 10:25 AM

    Hands-On Station A: Slit Lamp & Fluorescein Examination

    Practice corneal examination techniques, identify abrasions and foreign bodies, and learn practical clinical tips.

    10:25 – 11:00 AM

    Hands-On Station B: Vision Screening & Red Reflex

    Gain hands-on experience with photoscreening tools, red reflex testing, cover testing, and office-based techniques for detecting amblyopia and other vision concerns.

    11:00 – 11:35 AM

    Hands-On Station C: Case Simulation & Referral Triage

    Work through small-group case scenarios to determine appropriate workup, management, and the timing of routine, urgent, and emergent referrals.

    11:35 AM – 12:00 PM

    Panel Q&A: Pearls from Pediatric Ophthalmologists

    Discuss real-world cases with faculty, ask questions, and take home practical clinical pearls for everyday practice.

    12:00 PM

    CME Evaluation & Adjournment

     

     

     

Featured


Donny Suh, MD
Donny Suh, MD
  • Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

Charlotte Gore, MD
Charlotte Gore, MD
  • Associate Professor, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

Stephen Prepas, MD
Stephen Prepas, MD
  • Staff Physician, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

Annabelle Storch, OD
Annabelle Storch, OD
  • Optometrist, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

Karen Lin, OD
Karen Lin, OD
  • Optometrist, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

Kimberly Walker
Kimberly Walker
  • Optometrist, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute 850 Health Sciences Rd
Irvine, CA 92617

A parking permit is required to park and is included with registration. As the event approaches, we will be emailing a link to register your vehicle.