79: Neurotrophic Keratitis: Multidisciplinary Approaches to Enhance Patient Outcomes

Episode Description 

Although neurotrophic keratitis (NK) is considered a rare eye disease, it is a degenerative corneal disease that can profoundly affect patients' lives. Left untreated, NK can lead to corneal ulceration, melting, and perforation, which can ultimately lead to vision loss. In this podcast, experts Quan Dong Nguyen, MD, MSc; and Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, DipABO; discuss the diagnosis, staging, and treatment of NK, focusing on early-stage disease. 

Acknowledgment of Educational Grant Support

This activity is supported by an educational grant from Dompé US, Inc.

Quan Dong Nguyen, MD, MSc 

Professor of Ophthalmology
Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford, CA

Disclosure: Research Support: Active Biotech, Genentech, Oculis, Priovant, Regeneron; Advisory Boards: Kriya, Oculis, Priovant, Regeneron.

Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, DipABO

Clinical Instructor
Department of Ophthalmology
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Denver, CO

Disclosure: Grant Support: KALA BIO, Ocular Therapeutix, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Viatris; Consultant: AbbVie, Alcon, Aldeyra Therapeutics, Azura Ophthalmics, Bausch + Lomb, Blinkjoy, Bruder Healthcare, Dompé US, Glaukos, Myze, Orasis Pharmaceuticals, Sight Sciences, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Théa Pharma, Topcon Healthcare, Twenty/Twenty, Verséa Ophthalmics, Visus Therapeutics; Speaker’s bureau: Alcon, Bausch + Lomb, Dompé US, Glaukos, Harrow, Viatris, Sight Sciences.

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This podcast was developed by PER® editorial staff based on an online activity developed with these faculty. 

To learn more about this topic, including information on the diagnosis, testing, and management of patients with NK, go to https://www.gotoper.com/courses/neurotrophic-keratitis-multidisciplinary-approaches-to-enhance-patient-outcomes

Release Date

June 30, 2025

Expiration Date

June 30, 2026

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