4.6 Read 49 reviews
Overview
What you will study
- This Retinal Degeneration and Visual Electrophysiology conference offered by Johns Hopkins University is designed to provide an update on the latest exciting and cutting-edge developments in the field of retinal degeneration, repair, and regeneration, including recent advances in stem cells and gene therapy, cellular and molecular mechanisms of disease, outcome measures, natural history, nanomedicine, systemic manifestations, surgery and delivery, ethics and global perspectives.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Recall cellular and molecular basis of selected IRDs, with an emphasis on mechanistic insights that inform treatment strategies and outcome measures.
- Review recommendations from the International Society of Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision (ISCEV) regarding visual neurophysiology testing.
- Review structural and functional outcome measures of IRDs, including those relevant to subjects with ultra-low vision.
- Review data and results from Phase I, II, and III clinical trials, and translational studies, with an emphasis on stem cells, gene therapy, and other treatment approaches.
- Review aspects relating to equitable access to clinical care and research for IRD patients, and ethical considerations unique to people with vision loss due to IRDs.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Credits
12 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Baltimore, United States
Disciplines
Health Sciences View 123 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Specialties - Ophthalmology, Optometry
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
-
International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents685 USD / full≈ 685 USD / full - Out-of-State685 USD / full≈ 685 USD / full
-
Domestic
Applies to youIn-State685 USD / full≈ 685 USD / full
Additional Details
- Physician/Scientist/Optometrist/Industry - $685
- Allied Health Professional(RN/NP/PA) - $585
- Trainees(Student/Resident/Fellow/Post-Doc) - $100
Living costs
Baltimore
United States
1240 - 2100 USD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Improve page content