Patient Education Materials
Living well with glaucoma – Elevating your treatment
Introduction and Purpose
Empowering patients is vital, so they feel motivated to manage their glaucoma. When patients understand their condition and treatment, they are more likely to stay on track with medication, which allows them to not just live with, but live well with glaucoma. Together, we can aim to elevate the standard of glaucoma care and empower patients to live well with their condition.
These patient materials are designed to:
• Increase patient understanding of glaucoma and its impact
• Promote treatment adherence
• Encourage meaningful conversations between patients and their eye care providers
• Provide practical tips for patients to live well with glaucoma
About this Initiative
This initiative is a collaboration between the Asia-Pacific Glaucoma Society (APGS) and Santen Asia, created to support ophthalmologists in educating patients across Asia. All content has been independently reviewed and approved by APGS to ensure medical accuracy and relevance. While Santen supported production, APGS maintained full editorial independence throughout the development process.
Materials Available
Patient Practical Tips Booklet
A booklet designed to support patients in managing glaucoma, featuring practical daily living tips, guidance on eyedrop application, and helpful advice on managing medication side effects.
Download Patient Practical Tips Booklet
Patient Education Videos
Short, easy-to-understand video series that explain glaucoma, its diagnosis, treatment options, potential side effects, and how to live well with the condition.
(Click on the images to view the videos)
Download the Videos Here
Download and Use
Ophthalmologists are encouraged to download and use these resources to support patient education, with appropriate acknowledgment of APGS and Santen.
Disclaimers:
- These materials are provided for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended to replace the advice, diagnosis, or treatment of a physician or qualified healthcare professional.
- Physicians and healthcare professionals should use their clinical judgment based on each individual patient's condition when applying the information provided.
- Patients should always consult their physician or healthcare professional for personalized medical advice and guidance specific to their condition.
If you encounter any issues with the download or video link, please report them or direct your inquiries to info@apglaucomasociety.org
Acknowledgment
Our sincerest thanks to the APGS Patient Education Review Committee for their contributions and expertise throughout the material review and approval process. Their guidance and dedication have been instrumental in ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and relevance of these educational materials.
• Prof. Vijaya Lingam (India), Chair
• Assoc. Prof. Poemen Chan (Hong Kong SAR, China)
• Dr. Sujatha V. Kadambi (India)
• Assoc. Prof. Victor Koh (Singapore)
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