American Eye Center Vietnam and Victoria Healthcare Organize CME Training on Age-Related Eye Diseases

American Eye Center Vietnam, in partnership with Victoria Healthcare, recently hosted a Continuing Medical Education (CME) session for doctors and healthcare professionals. This event was designed to enhance the capacity for screening, diagnosis, and management of age-related eye diseases within the context of integrated healthcare.

Objectives

Update practical ophthalmology knowledge on common vision disorders in middle-aged and elderly adults
Standardize early screening processes in primary care
Optimize multidisciplinary collaboration to improve treatment outcomes

Target Audience

General practitioners
Internists
Family physicians
Nurses and healthcare staff working in integrated healthcare systems

Key Scientific Topics

Epidemiology and Disease Burden

Increasing prevalence of age-related eye conditions in Vietnam
The importance of early screening in primary care settings

Screening and Differential Diagnosis

Cataract: Screening indications, impact on daily function, referral criteria for surgery
Diabetic Retinopathy: Periodic screening strategies, early warning signs for prompt intervention
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dry vs. wet forms, initial diagnostic and management guidance
Glaucoma: Intraocular pressure measurement, optic disc examination, progression risks, referral guidelines
Age-related Dry Eye: Symptom evaluation, grading, initial management

Treatment & Multidisciplinary Coordination

Standardizing referral pathways from generalists to ophthalmologists
Contemporary intervention protocols: Cataract surgery, intravitreal anti-VEGF injections, stepwise glaucoma treatment
Managing comorbid chronic diseases (e.g. diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia) to preserve vision

Patient-Centered Care

Regular follow-ups, patient education on warning symptoms, therapy adherence, supporting visual health through lifestyle
Optimizing patient journeys between generalist and specialist care to reduce waiting times and improve experience

Organizing Committee Statement

“Close coordination between primary care and ophthalmology is the key for early detection and timely management of age-related eye diseases, thereby improving our patients’ quality of life.”

Training Impact

Enhance frontline clinical competency in identifying and managing eye diseases
Strengthen integrated care models for continuous patient monitoring and timely referrals
Equip healthcare professionals with the latest treatment advancements and standardized protocols applicable in general medical facilities

About American Eye Center Vietnam

American Eye Center Vietnam is a scientific, patient-focused eye care provider offering:

Cataract surgery
Glaucoma management
Diabetic retinopathy treatment
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) management
Presbyopia and refractive correction
Ocular surface and dry eye care

We are committed partners with primary healthcare centers in CME training and multidisciplinary eye health management.

Regular Eye Screenings Matter

If you experience blurred vision, distorted images, glare while driving at night, persistent eye dryness, or have chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, schedule an eye screening today for personalized consultation.