What You Don't Know About Dry Eye Might Surprise You & "Corneal Blindness" What Lies Ahead

Dates and Times

Start: 12/15/2026 6:00 PM
End: 12/15/2026 7:00 PM

Objectives

Recognize and differentiate the clinical features, underlying mechanisms, and diagnostic criteria of dry eye disease associated with Sjögren’s syndrome versus non-Sjögren’s dry eye.
Apply an evidence-based diagnostic approach to identify patients with suspected Sjögren’s syndrome, including ocular surface evaluation, appropriate testing, and indications for rheumatology referral.
Develop an individualized management plan for Sjögren’s-associated dry eye, incorporating ocular surface therapies, systemic considerations, and strategies for managing severe or refractory disease. Describe the global burden and major causes of corneal blindness, including current challenges in prevention, timely diagnosis, and access to corneal transplantation.
Compare contemporary corneal transplantation techniques—including penetrating and repeat penetrating keratoplasty—and identify their indications, advantages, limitations, and key factors influencing graft survival.
Evaluate emerging innovations in artificial corneas and corneal replacement, including novel keratoprostheses devices and discuss their potential to address unmet needs in the treatment of corneal blindness.

Location

Mart Auditorium
Stony Brook Hospital HSC
Stony Brook, NY 11794

Accreditation

The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ^™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.