Community Services for Vision Rehabilitation Low Vision, Mobile, AL

Conferences
R+R: Retina and Rehabilitation
“R+R: Retina and Rehabilitation”
On Saturday, March 1st, 2008 we will be proudly co-sponsoring, along with the EyeSight Foundation of Alabama. The “R+R” conference will be held at the Marriott Grand Hotel in Point Clear, a full service 4-star resort.

This is a ½ day conference, featuring Cynthia Toth, M.D., of Duke University Eye Center, Dawn DeCarlo, O.D. of University of Alabama at Birmingham and Linda Goodwin, O.T.R. /L. also of the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

It is a conference of particular interest to all Ophthalmologists, Retinologists, Optometrists and all professionals dealing with eye disease and its effects. The conference will emphasize all aspects of retinal disease and low vision. All professionals involved in the care of patients with eye disease are invited.

It is approved for 4 hours CME for physicians, and approval is pending for same for Optometrists. ACVREP approval is pending.

Registration prior to or on February 15th is $95; After February 15th or on site-registration is $105; Student and trainees $35. Registration fee includes luncheon during the seminar. Post meeting activities are listed separately and fees may apply.

For registration call Shauna Labo at (251)436-2578. For other information call (251)476-4744."

For full details see the information listed below under “Program” and “Pre and Post Meeting Activities”.

PROGRAM
8-8:30 On-site registration and continental breakfast.

8:30 Jonathan Adler, President , CSVR
Opening remarks and welcome

8:35 Reverend Billy Graham, Invocation
First Baptist North Mobile

8:40 Christopher Semple, M.D., Introduction of Cynthia Toth, M.D.

8:45 Cynthia Toth, M.D. “The Changing World of Macular Degeneration”. In-depth discussion of the current status of medical and surgical therapy of retinal diseases, including recent medical treatment, surgery and expected future development. Emphasis will be on common diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy, macular hole and macular degeneration.

9:45 Break/coffee

10:00 Joe Fontenot M.D. Introduction of speaker

10:05 Dawn DeCarlo, O.D.
“How to Keep your Retina Patients Happy”. Discussion of low vision, it’s impact on the individual and society, and how to help the
patient with impaired vision remain functional
and independent.

10:50 Joe Fontenot, M.D. Introduction of speaker

10:55 Linda Goodwin, OTR/L “Reducing the
Impact: Basics of Low vision Rehabilitation.” Occupational therapy training, aids and resources and dealing with the emotional impact of low vision loss.

11:30 Panel discussion: Speakers and Mark Douglas, M.D., Alan Franklin, M.D., Christopher Semple, M.D,. John Myers, M.D., Murray Glusman, O.D., and Joe Fontenot, M.D.

12:00 Individual Discussion groups with speakers and panelists and hands on demonstration of adaptive technology and computer screen magnification/reader software. Lunch provided.

1:00 Conference adjourned. Post-conference activities as listed in program insert.

Pre and Post-meeting activities

After noon Sail
An afternoon sail on Mobile Bay on a 40 foot sloop is available immediately after the meeting, weather permitting. There is no charge, and drinks and snacks are provided. Reservations are necessary to insure space for all. Call (251)476-4744 or e-mail visionrehab@bellsouth.net.

Golf
Two golf courses, part of the Robert Trent Jones golf trail, are immediately adjacent to the Marriott Grand Hotel. Green fees are $90 before, or $ 45 after, 2 PM
Reservations are required. Call (251)990-6312 or e-mail golf@marriottgrand.com

At the hotel
Many activities and amenities are available at the hotel. It is a full service 4 star resort hotel, famous for its hospitality, luxurious facilities and food. Tennis, water sports and fishing, fitness center and a European style spa and many other amenities are available. See the web site www.marriott.com and enter “Point Clear, Alabama” or call (800)544-9933 or (251)928-9201 for specific information.

Point Clear and Fairhope
Point Clear is an attractive resort area on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, a short distance from the Gulf of Mexico. It is 4 miles from Fairhope, which has shopping, good restaurants and other attractions. Information is available through the Marriott Grand Hotel or at www.cofairhope.com