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CME Activity
Genetics: Macular Degeneration
Course Director
Janey L. Wiggs, MD, PhD
Associate Professor, Ophthalmology
Harvard Medical School
Associate Chief, Clinical Research in Ophthalmology
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Faculty
Margaret DeAngelis, MD, PhD
Director, Ocular Molecular Genetics Institute
Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology
Harvard Medical School
Ivana Kim, MD
Assistant Professor, Ophthalmology
Harvard Medical School
Mass Eye and Ear Retina Service
Accredited by
Harvard Medical School
Course Description
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects over 10 million Americans alone and is the leading cause of blindness world wide. This case reviews risk factors for AMD, including some Mendelian forms of the disease, and discusses available genetic testing options and the clinical implications of genetic test results.
Activity Details
| Credit Types: | CME |
| Credit Amount: | 1.0 Credits |
| Release Date: | 2011-May-16 |
| Expiration Date: | 2014-May-16 |
| Estimated Time for Completion: | 1 hour |
| Registration Required: | Yes |
| Cost: | $20 |
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