Vision Science Talks – A Lecture by Ayisha Atiya

TOPIC
The Ocular Implications of Parkinson’s Disease

SPEAKER
Ayisha Atiya
B.S Opt, M.Phil Opt, FNO, FAAO, AFHEA
Higher Degree research (HDR) Candidate/ PhD Candidate
University of New South Wales, Australia

Parkinson’s disease (PD), though known for motor symptoms, often presents with underrecognised visual and ocular motor impairments that impact daily life. This session highlights key visual issues in PD—diplopia, oculomotor abnormalities, dry eye, and visual perceptual changes—alongside structured clinical evaluation methods. Emphasis will be placed on neuro-optometric assessments, including binocular vision and ocular motor testing, and evidence-based management strategies such as prisms, vision therapy, and environmental modifications. A multidisciplinary care model will be discussed, supported by a real case study. Attendees will gain practical tools to recognise and manage vision-related challenges in individuals with PD.

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Sunday, April 27^th 2025
10:30 AM (BST), 3:00 PM (IST), 7:30 PM (AEST)

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SPEAKER BIO:-

Ms. Ayisha Atiya, an Optometrist with over 11 years of clinical experience, specializes in Binocular Vision and Neuro-Optometry. She holds degrees from the Elite School of Optometry and a Fellowship in Neuro-Optometry from Sankara Nethralaya. A Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she has taught and published extensively in her field. Currently pursuing a PhD at UNSW, her research focuses on amblyopia, visual rehabilitation, and neuro-optometry. She also serves as a casual academic, contributing to teaching and research in binocular vision and visual assessment in acquired brain injury.