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Special thanks to our generous 2008 Symposium Supporters - Alcon, Allergan, Bio-Tissue, Flanangan Instruments, Genentech, Inspire, ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Merck, and Zeiss. WELCOME!
The New Orleans Academy of Ophthalmology (NOAO) was born out of a need for additional continuing medical education for the practicing physicians and residents in New Orleans. In 1951, the NOAO formally incorporated in the State of Louisiana, an organizational effort that was a unique collaboration between LSU Medical School, Tulane Medical School and the local private practitioners. The first official meeting followed shortly, in January of 1952.	International experts on the topic of glaucoma were invited, and for three days, a comprehensive review of glaucoma ensued, a practice that continues to the present day. For the last 50 years, the Academy has remained true to its original mission, “to promote ophthalmic education through instructional courses, clinics, lectures, and seminars, at which guest speakers will present subjects of current interest and importance.
Save these dates! June 6, 2009 Coding 2009 with Riva Lee Asbell Join the NOAO and renowned coding specialist Riva Lee Asbell as she presents the definitive course for ophthalmic coding. The program includes: Medical Necessity; Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding (including consultations); ophthalmology codes and the differential between E/M and the Eye Codes; audit proofing your charts; better forms; an interactive coding workshop and a chance to code real charts. Register now for this exclusive event-- download and return the coding brochure registration form below or register on-site at the Astor Crowne Plaza on June 6. February 5-7, 2010 New Orleans Academy of Ophthalmology 59th Annual Symposium Updates on Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology and Retina Accepted speakers as of 4/20/09: Kathleen Digre, MD Harry Flynn, MD David Friedman, MD Sohan Hayreh, MD Peter Netland, MD Nancy Newman, MD Kuldev Singh, MD Sheraton Hotel New Orleans