NYSOA CE Pass

Introducing the NYSOA's new virtual CE series!

WHAT IS IT?

An interactive CE webinar, 1-2 hours, every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 8 or 9pm ET.

ALL courses will meet NYS CE requirements for live courses; COPE credit will vary depending on the course. Recordings of each webinar are available for viewing as self-study.

Are you a lecturer? Please contact the NYSOA if interested in presenting your course at one of our webinars!

COST

NYSOA Members: $0 (Included with membership.)

Non-Members:

One-hour webinar: $35
Two-hour webinar: $50
Annual Pass: $295

Purchase Annual Pass (non-members only)

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Please register for each webinar separately. Pricing for NYSOA Members and CE Pass subscribers will be generated automatically.

November 11, 2025
8:00pm Eastern Time

Topic: The World of Specialty Contact Lenses
Lecturer: Sydney Lin, OD

CE is Pending COPE Accreditation.

1 Hour

Description:

A review of speciality contact lens options available to providers and patient to provide clear and
comfortable vision to improve daily life.

WEBINAR RECORDINGS

IMPORTANT NOTE: Optometrists must complete at least three-quarters of their continuing education hours through "live courses" (please see questions 17 and 18 on the NYSED Office of the Professions' Continuing Education FAQ for additional details.). The balance of the remaining hours may be completed through the appropriate self-study courses.

In response to COVID-19, and for those licensees whose registrations are due to renew March 1, 2020 – January 1, 2022, the Department will grant an adjustment to all licensees to complete up to 100% of the continuing education as self-study, provided that it is taken from a Department-approved provider and is in an acceptable subject area for the specific profession. The NYSOA is an approved CE provider.

Additionally, the Department will grant an adjustment to all licensees, regardless of registration renewal date, to utilize self-study for any coursework taken during the period from March 1, 2020 – January 1, 2022, provided that it is taken from a Department-approved provider and is in an acceptable subject area for the specific profession. Coursework taken outside that timeframe must meet the continuing education requirements in each individual profession’s laws and regulations.

Visit www.op.nysed.gov/COVID-19.html for additional information regarding COVID-19 and topics related to the professions.

Nov 10, 2020 09:00 PM Eastern Time (2 hours - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Amblyopia Review and Treatment Studies Lecturer: Tamara Petrosyan, OD	View the Recording

Dec 8, 2020 09:00 PM Eastern Time (1 hour - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Ocular Surface Management in Contact Lens Discomfort: Methods and Materials Lecturer: Susan A. Resnick, OD, FAAO, FSLS	View the Recording

Jan 12, 2021 09:00 PM Eastern Time (1 hour - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Myopia Management Lecturer: Vadim Guy, OD, FAAO	View the Recording

Feb 9, 2021 09:00 PM Eastern Time (2 hours - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Having a Field Day with Visual Fields Lecturer: Marina Su, OD, FAAO	View the Recording

Mar 9, 2021 09:00 PM Eastern Time (2 hours - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Diabetes: New Testing and Treatment for Retinopathy Lecturer: Nathan Lighthizer, OD	View the Recording

Apr 13, 2021 09:00 PM Eastern Time (1 hour - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Ocular Manifestations of Lyme Disease Lecturer: Andrew J. Sacco, OD, FAAO	View the Recording

May 11, 2021 08:00 PM Eastern Time (1 hour - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Infant/Special Needs Lecturer: Shelby Leach, OD, FAAO	View the Recording

Jun 8, 2021 08:00 PM Eastern Time (1 hour - NYS CE Credit) Topic: Amniotic Membrane Lenses Lecturer: Kenneth Dickerson, OD	View the Recording

July 13, 2021 08:00 PM Eastern Time (1 hour - NYS CE Credit) Topic: A Practical Approach to Vitreomacular Interface Disease Lecturer: Daniel Epshtein, OD, FAAO	View the Recording

Aug 10, 2021 08:00 PM Eastern Time
Topic: The Top Ten Red Flags of the Pediatric Eye Exam
Lecturer: Kenneth Sorkin, OD, FAAO

Sep 14, 2021 08:00 PM Eastern Time
Topic: Intense Pulse Light IPL as Adjunctive Treatment for MGD in Ophthalmic Practices
COPE Course - Pending Approval
COPE Course ID: 72941-AS
COPE Activity ID: 122407
Lecturer: Douglas Devries, OD

Sponsored by Lumenis Inc.

View the Recording


Oct 12, 2021 09:00 PM Eastern Time Topic: Vision and Concussion Lecturer: Robert Fox, OD, FCOVD COPE Course ID: 74253-NO COPE Activity ID: 122482 Sponsored by Walman Optical	View the Recording


Nov 9, 2021 09:00 PM Eastern Time Topic: What's New in AMD and Diabetes Lecturers: Dr. Paul Chous and Dr. Jeff Ferson COPE Course - Pending Approval COPE Course ID: 74900-PS COPE Activity ID: 122728 Sponsored by VSP	View the Recording

Dec 14, 2021 09:00 PM Eastern Time Topic: Marriage of Clinical Cases & Coding Lecturer: Richard Soden, OD & Amy Steinway, OD	View the Recording

Jan 11, 2022 08:00 PM Eastern Time Topic: OD's Approach to Managing Ocular Trauma Lecturer: Tak-Man (Kim) Fung, OD COPE Approved - 1 hour COPE Course ID: 76436-TD	View the Recording

Feb 8, 2022 8:00 PM Eastern Time Topic: Optometric Vision Therapy's Role in Primary Optometry Lecturer: Dr. Dick O'Connor & Dr. Alyssa Fortuna of Vision Development of WNY COPE Approved - 1 hour COPE Course ID: 76406-FV	View the Recording

March 8, 2022 8:00 PM Eastern Time Topic: Improve Patient Access to Care Lecturer: Asha Tadepalli, OD COPE Approval Pending COPE Course ID: 123980	View the Recording

April 12, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Diagnosis, treatment, and management of pediatric cataracts Lecturer: Olivia Bass COPE Approval Pending COPE Course ID: 74961-AS	View the Recording

May 10, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Real World Application of Deep learning in Ocular Disease Lecturer: Jessica Steen, O.D. COPE ID: 76947-TD COPE Activity ID: 123986 Sponsored by: Description: This course will introduce deep learning and its application to posterior segment disease. The application of deep learning algorithms has the potential for improved ability to screen large populations, detect disease and disease progression in a clinical environment, and the ability to predict individuals who may develop posterior segment disease including glaucoma. Current successes and inherent challenges of the application of deep learning algorithms in ocular disease will be discussed.	View the Recording

June 14, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: LET'S RECONNECT: Triage & management of retinal detachments Lecturer: Luqian Liu COPE ID: 78908-PS COPE Activity ID: 124206	View the Recording

July 12, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: New Cancer Drugs and Why Optometrists Should Pay Attention Lecturer: Julia Canestraro, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO COPE ID: 79063-PH COPE Activity ID: 124357	View the Recording

August 9, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Scleral Lenses - Advanced Fitting Strategies Complicated Cases Lecturer: Jason Compton, OD COPE ID: 78472-CL COPE Activity ID: Pending	View the Recording

September 13, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Low Vision for the Primary Care Practitioner Lecturer: Rebecca Marinoff, OD This CE Pass is sponsored by:	View the Recording

October 11, 2022 9:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Pupil Testing: Back to the Basics Lecturer: Tamara Petrosyan, OD COPE ID: 80841-NO COPE Activity ID: 124858	View the Recording
November 8, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: One Step Closer to a Diagnosis: A review of approved lab tests for NYS Optometrists Lecturer: Christine Coward, MD	View the Recording
December 13, 2022 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Diagnosis and Management of Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia Lecturer: Marc Deeley COPE ID: 81827-TD COPE Activity ID: 125085	View the Recording
January 10, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Ischemic Optic Neuropathies: A Case Report Series and Review Lecturer: Mark Parsons OD, FAAO COPE ID: 82365-NO COPE Activity ID: #125323	View the Recording
February 14, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: When Nature Calls. Evidence-based use of Nutraceuticals in Eyecare Lecturer: Matthew Bovenzi OD COPE Course ID: 83238-PH Activity ID: Pending Approval Description: This course provides an overview of nutraceuticals and their use and effects on the eye. It will begin with a review of vitamin and mineral physiology, focusing on their role in ocular metabolism. Homeopathic and natural remedies often used by or inquired by patients for glaucoma will then be discussed, including the use of cannabis/cannabinoids. Behavioral effects on intraocular pressure (IOP) will be reviewed, including head/body positioning, and recent research on mindfulness meditation. Next, current AREDS protocols for treating age-related macular degeneration, as well as the role of stand-alone carotenoids and the photopigments lutein and zeaxanthin will be reviewed. Lastly, omega-3 fatty acids and fish oils for dry eye/ocular surface disease will be discussed.	View the Recording

March 14, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Everything Retina: Diagnosis and Management of Common Retinal Dilemmas? Lecturer: Joy Harewood OD COPE Course ID: 83752-TD Activity ID: #125746 Description: Using an evidence-based framework, this lecture will discuss differential diagnosis, examination techniques, and updates in management of common retinal dilemmas. Ocular migraines, retinal holes and detachments and central serous chorioretinopathy will be discussed among other conditions.	View the Recording
April 11, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: PEDIG Updates 2023: Amblyopia, Intermittent Exotropia, Cataracts, ROP, and Optic Neuritis Lecturer: Marina Su, OD, FAAO COPE Course ID: 83724-FV Activity ID: #125880 Description: PEDIG has given us great evidence-based medicine to use in our clinical practice. Over the past 2 years, there have been 28 studies published. This course will serve as a review of the study recommendations coming out of these studies, related to the topics of Intermittent Exotropia, ROP, Cataract Surgery, Optic Neuritis and of course Amblyopia. This will serve as a great refresher for reinforcing the known prescribing principles but also keeping up to date with the literature.	View the Recording
May 9, 2023 9:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Management of Early Cataract Surgery Complications Lecturer: Daniel Epshtein, O.D. COPE Course ID: 84514-PO Activity ID: #1126096 Description: With the increased popularity of cataract surgery comanagement between surgeons and optometrists, many postoperative complications will now be managed by the optometrist. This course will review early complications of cataract surgery including treatment and management.	View the Recording
June 13, 2023 8:00pm Eastern TimeTopic: Secondary Glaucomas Lecturer: Sonya Dhar, MD. Course ID: TBA Description: This course will review how to categorize, evaluate, and manage various forms of secondary glaucoma.	View the Recording
July 11, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Corneal Keratoplasty - A Comprehensive Overview for Optometrists Lecturer: Richard D.Najac, MD. FACS. Course ID: CE2319201 Description: This course will review how to categorize, evaluate, and manage various forms of secondary glaucoma.	View the Recording
August 8, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Uveitis: Rare Cases and Treatment Strategies Lecturer: Deep Parikh, MD. Course ID: CE2322001	View the Recording
September 12, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Uveitis: Traumatic Brain Injury in the Primary Care Setting Lecturer: Kevin Weber, OD Course ID: 85290-NO Activity ID: #126417 Description: This course will provide background information and examination considerations for the primary care optometrist when examining patients with a history of traumatic brain injury.	View the Recording
October 10, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: OCULAR FIBROSIS IN WOUND HEALING: A DEEPER DIVE INTO WHERE, HOW AND WHY Lecturer: Carlos Woc, O.D. COPE Course ID: 85049-SD Activity ID: #126724 Description: Ocular fibrosis commonly occurs as a result of aberrations in one of the most complex biological processes, wound healing. The course will review and elaborate the pathophysiology of fibrosis in several areas of the eye. Case examples of advanced retinal fibrosis will be discussed to further illustrate the effects of fibrosis. This lecture will further explore one of the common features driving fibrotic eye disease, the trans differentiation of myofibroblasts which occurs through the epithelial mesenchymal transition process and activated by pro-fibrinogenic cytokines such as Transforming Growth Factor-Beta (TGF-B). Lastly, a broad review of both existing management and potential future treatments of ocular fibrosis will be discussed.	View the Recording
November 13, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Essentials of Oculoplastic Surgery Lecturer: Brian Brazzo, M.D. COPE Course ID: 85730-TD Activity ID: #126562 Description: This course is a dissection into both common and uncommon diagnoses that a primary care provider may see on the lid margins and how to treat or refer.	View the Recording
December 12, 2023 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Retinal Update 2023 Lecturer: Alan T. Sheyman, MD COPE Course ID: 85590-TD Activity ID: #127198 Description: We will review some of the advances in the field of medical retina in 2023. We will discuss the new medications approved for Geographic Atrophy in Dry AMD. We will discuss Vabysmo, approved for Wet AMD and Diabetic Macular Edema.	View the Recording
January 9, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: The Past, Present, and Future of Myopia Lecturer: Carol Lin, OD, MS, FAAO COPE Course ID: 85277-GO Activity ID: #126368 Description: This course will provide the research background in myopia, and evidence for current myopia management modalities including pharmacological, optical, and behavioral treatment modalities, as well introduce what is on the horizon in myopia management.	View the Recording
February 13, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Medical Applications of Contact Lenses Lecturer: Susan Resnick, OD COPE Course ID: 85659-CL Activity ID: #126512 Description: Contact lenses have many important applications for the treatment of corneal pathology and the management of complex refractive disorders. Optometrists, uniquely skilled in the fitting of contact lenses, are integral in the care and co-management of patients requiring medically necessary contact lenses. This course will cover the differential selection and use of current contact lens technologies to treat various anterior segment and refractive conditions. Case studies will highlight specific examples	View the Recording
March 12, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Incorporating Myopia Management Can Be Easy As ABC Lecturer: Julie Song, OD COPE Course ID: 86683-GO Activity ID: #126748 Description: This course presents a general overview of how to start incorporating myopia management in your practice. The course begins by going through the current literature on the most common treatments for myopia management: atropine, soft multifocal contact lenses, and orthokeratology contact lenses. The course will then go over how to set up myopia management appointments and appropriate follow-up schedules during clinical care. Finally, the course will go through various new updates in upcoming research in myopia management.	View the Recording
April 9, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Ocular Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Lecturer: Alicia Jones, OD COPE Course ID: 86683-GO Activity ID: #126748 Description: Reviews the mechanism of action and indications of HBOT (including treatment of ocular disease) as well as ocular adverse effects and their proposed etiology, presents a case of myopic shift following HBOT, and discusses differential diagnoses for myopic shift	View the Recording
May 14, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Introduction to Glaucoma, Part 1 Lecturer: Tamara Petrosyan, OD COPE Course ID: 89437-GL Activity ID: #127672 Description: This course aims to equip primary care optometrists with the essential knowledge and skills needed for the early detection of glaucoma and glaucoma progression. Covering key aspects of ocular anatomy and physiology related to glaucoma and the practical application of various clinical and imaging tools. Participants will leave with a thorough understanding of glaucoma diagnosis, enabling them to provide timely and effective care to their patients.	View the Recording
June 11, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Introduction to Glaucoma, Part 2 Lecturer: Tamara Petrosyan, OD COPE Course ID: 89438-GL Activity ID: #127767 Description: This course aims to equip primary care optometrists with the essential knowledge and skills needed for glaucoma management. Covering key aspects of topical, surgical, and innovative treatment, participants will leave with a thorough understanding of glaucoma management options.	View the Recording
July 9, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Management of the Primary Angle Closure Spectrum Lecturer: Daniel Epshtein, OD COPE Course ID: 89817-GL Activity ID: #128627 Description: This course will review primary angle closure spectrum diagnosis and management. Terminology, classification, anatomy of angle structures, and gonioscopy grading systems will be briefly reviewed.	View the Recording
August 13, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Ocular Emergencies Lecturer: Jessilin Quint, O.D. COPE Course ID: 87377-TD Activity ID: #126992 Description: This one hour lecture will discuss common ocular emergencies that a primary eye care practitioner may encounter in a practice setting. Case examples will emphasize clinically relevant information for the diagnosis and treatment of various sight-threatening and life-threatening conditions.	View the Recording
September 10, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: STIs and the Eye: Protecting the Unprotected Lecturer: Caroline Donato, B.S.,O.D. COPE Course ID: 92413-SD Activity ID: #128859 Description: This course details the common systemic and ocular presentations of sexually transmitted diseases that optometrists may encounter. The detection, treatment, and management of these conditions will be discussed, as well as how to communicate with patients regarding their diagnosis. Cases will be presented.	View the Recording
October 8, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Retinal Complications of Myopia Lecturer: Albert Li, MD COPE Course ID: 92765-TD Activity ID: #129000 Description: This course will discuss retinal complications of high myopia and myopic degeneration, including retinal detachment, traction maculopathy, choroidal neovascularization and atrophy, and review examination and imaging findings and management.	View the Recording
November 12, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: The Pachychoroid Spectrum: Beyond Central Serous Lecturer: Matthew Bovenzi, OD, FAAO COPE Course ID: 93708-TD Activity ID: #129282 Description: Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) is now thought to be part of a broader spectrum of "pachychoroid" conditions, where an ultra-thick, hyperpermeable choroid leads to various disease states. This lecture will discuss their differential diagnosis and management.	View the Recording
December 10, 2024 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Uncovering Unnerving Optic Neuropathies Lecturer: Alison Bozung, O.D. COPE Course ID: 92220-NO Activity ID: #128807 Description: Optic neuropathies can be a daunting group of disorders to diagnose and manage. From compressive or ischemic to inflammatory and beyond, the differential list for non-glaucomatous optic nerve disease can be overwhelming. This one-hour course is designed to organize our strategy of diagnosing these conditions. Case examples are provided for an enhanced, real-world learning experience. .	View the Recording
January 14, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Tumor Grand Rounds Lecturer: Julia Canestraro, O.D. COPE Course ID: 93546-TD Activity ID: #129349 Description: This course will go through a variety of ocular tumor cases starting from the front of the eye and moving backward. We will describe clinical presentation/features along with differentials, treatment and management of each case.	View the Recording
February 11, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Carotenoids: Prescribing for Ocular Health & Visual Performance Lecturer: Jennifer Stewart, O.D. COPE Course ID: 91121-PH Activity ID: #128311 Description: This course will discuss the nutrients needed to keep the macula functioning at its highest level. Discover the role that nutrition plays in visual and cognitive function. Studies performed regarding nutrients and AMD progression will be elucidated.	View the Recording
March 11, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: An Optometrists Guide to Managing the Prosthetic Eye Lecturer: Travis Pfeifer, O.D. COPE Course ID: 96551-GO Activity ID: 130420 Description: This course covers the basics of managing patients who routinely wear a prosthetic eye. Surgical removal of the eye including enucleation, evisceration, and exenteration will be reviewed. It will also cover evaluation of the prosthetic and the ocular structures behind it and how to manage potential complications. Basic care and management of the prosthetic and eye will be included. In office modification will also be discussed along with co-management with an ocularist. Cases will be included to demonstrate how a new prosthetic can be manufactured from impression of the ocular surface to finished eye by an optometrist working with an ocularist. Future innovations will be discussed.	View the Recording
April 08, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: The Cornea’s Midlife Crisis: Posterior Dystrophies Lecturer: Sydney Lin, O.D. COPE Course ID: 96321-TD Activity ID: 130101 Description: A review of posterior corneal dystrophies, from commonly seen to rare, and treatment options from simple to advanced.	View the Recording
May 13, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Systemic Treatment (Oral Medications, Injections, Infusions) for Uveitis Lecturer: Deep Parikh, OD NYS CE: CE2413302	View the Recording
June 10, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: An Update In Retinal Therapeutics (2025) Lecturer: Deepak Sambhara, MD COPE ID: 97119-TD Activity ID: 130524 Description: A historical review of past, current and future therapies in the retinovascular disease space	View the Recording
July 08, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Pediatric Review: Diagnosis and Management of Common Anterior Segment Conditions in Kids Lecturer: Felicia Timmerman, OD, MS, FAAO 1 NYS CE Description: The 1-hour presentation will review common anterior segment eye conditions in the pediatric patient population. The course will describe clinical exam findings through case analysis of each condition with corresponding management and treatment guidelines.	View the Recording
August 12, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Dreams of Better Vision: How Sleep Impacts Ocular Health and Systemic Function (1.25 hours) Lecturer: Kaleb Abbott, OD, MS, FAAO COPE ID: 93539-SD Activity ID: 129437 Description: Sleep is crucial for overall health, but its impact on ocular health is often overlooked. This course explores how sleep affects ocular health, covering blue light, melatonin, ipRGCs, dry eye, sleep apnea, and posterior pole pathologies.	View the Recording
September 9, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Advances in modern cataract surgery: FLACS, Premium Lenses and Intraoperative Abberometry Lecturer: Patrick A. Costello, MD, FACS NYS CE 1 Hour Description: Join Dr. Patrick Costello for an in-depth look at the latest innovations transforming cataract surgery. Drawing from his extensive experience performing more than 1,400 cataract surgeries per year, Dr. Costello will share practical insights on integrating femtosecond laser–assisted cataract surgery (FLACS), premium intraocular lenses (IOLs), and intraoperative aberrometry (ORA) into surgical practice.	View the Recording
October 14, 2025 8:00pm Eastern Time Topic: Introduction to Orthokeratology and Problem Solving Lecturer: Zachary Zlatin, OD, MS, IACMM COPE ID: 100221-CL Activity ID: #131584 1 Hour Description: This lecture aims to provide basic information about orthokeratology including lens anatomy, candidate selection, myopia control considerations, and problem solving. This lecture is intended to provide a foundational understanding for those new to orthokeratology.	View the Recording