The Symphony of Sight Starts with The Cornea
1.0 CE Credit Hour / Kenneth Pierce, DVM, MS, DACVO
Kenneth Pierce, DVM, MS, DACVO
Dr. Kenneth Pierce is a native New Orleanian. He received his undergraduate degree from Tuskegee University and his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Louisiana State University’s School of Veterinary Medicine. He completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at the University of Tennessee's College of Veterinary Medicine and then traveled to Southern California to complete a specialty ophthalmology internship with Eye Care for Animals and B. Braun, Inc. He then completed a four-year comparative ophthalmology residency with a Master’s degree at Michigan State University. Dr. Pierce started as an Associate Professor at LSU’s School of Veterinary Medicine and then transitioned to private practice at Garden State Veterinary Specialists in Tinton Falls, NJ, Veterinary Eye Institute, in Plano, TX, and then started his own business, Veterinary Vision Center, in Shreveport, LA. After experiencing and working in an underserved area with limited access to veterinary specialty care, Dr. Pierce started VESPECON (vespecon.com), a veterinary specialist to primary veterinarian advisory support, concierge referral service, and more! As you can see, Dr. Pierce has lived in every region of the United States and has gained valuable experience to educate and empower the veterinary community.
Overview:
The cornea is a small but critical structure, and subtle changes can be easily overlooked during a routine ophthalmic exam. This session highlights key notes for evaluating the cornea, from identifying early or subtle lesions to recognizing signs of systemic or ocular disease. Through practical tips, case examples, and expert insights, attendees will learn how to enhance their corneal exams, interpret findings accurately, and improve patient outcomes. Whether managing emergencies or routine checks, these cornea-specific tunes will refine your ophthalmic skills and ensure nothing is missed.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify subtle corneal abnormalities, including early ulcers, deposits, and vascular changes.
- Demonstrate proper techniques for a thorough corneal examination using appropriate tools.
- Analyze corneal findings to differentiate normal variations from clinically significant pathology.
- Apply corneal exam pearls to improve diagnostic accuracy in routine and emergency cases.
- Integrate corneal assessment strategies into daily ophthalmic practice to optimize patient care.
This course is RACE-approved for 1.0 continuing education credits hours in jurisdictions that accept RACE-approval.
