This activity is intended for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and primary care providers.
The goal of this activity is that learners will be better able to present alternative forms of medication delivery to patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in an effort to overcome adherence issues and improve quality of life.
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Credit Designation
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Credit Statement: This course is COPE approved for 0.25 hours of CE credit. Activity #123398 and Course ID 76975-TD. Check with your local state licensing board to see if this counts toward your CE requirement for re-licensure.
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CME Released: 4/1/2022
Valid for credit through: 4/1/2023, 11:59 PM EST
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Medscape Clinic Patient Info
Patient first and last name: Tom
Patient Age: 73
Presenting condition: Underwent cataract surgery 14 months ago and was diagnosed with nAMD in his right eye; has been receiving injections of anti-VEGF
therapy
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