Scleral Lens Success Starts Here

Author: Kathryn LaClair, LDO, ABOC, NCLE-AC

Kathryn LaClair has no relevant financial relationships to disclose. The content and format of this course is presented without commercial bias and does not claim superiority of any commercial product or service.

Course Description

In this course, learn how to achieve success with scleral lenses through proper patient selection, initial fitting, dispensing, evaluation, and troubleshooting strategies designed to optimize outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Course Objectives

• Identify key factors for selecting appropriate scleral lens candidates in your practice
• Describe the steps involved in an initial scleral lens fitting
• Apply fitting principles to optimize scleral lens fits for your patients
• Assess lens fit and ocular health during follow-up evaluation
• Demonstrate effective dispensing and patient education techniques for scleral lenses
• Solve common troubleshooting challenges (e.g., fogging, debris, suction) that can impact scleral lens success

Course Assessment

There is a 40-question test at the end of the course. A successful passing score of 80% is required on all NCLE continuing education courses in order to earn the designated number of credits. You will know your grade instantly after completing the course.