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Glaucoma treatment is shifting towards minimally invasive interventions. Effective patient education on diagnosis, treatment options, and new modalities is crucial for this paradigm shift.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Glaucoma treatment is evolving from topical medications to minimally invasive interventions.
  • This shift, termed 'interventional glaucoma,' offers benefits to patients, providers, and society.

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  • To provide an overview of diverse educational methods for glaucoma patients.
  • To highlight the importance of education in implementing the interventional glaucoma paradigm.

Main Methods:

  • Review of various patient education strategies.
  • Categorization of methods into patient-provider interactions and self-directed resources.

Main Results:

  • Educational methods include verbal instruction, motivational interviewing, workshops, office-based materials, VR, AI, and online resources.
  • Education is vital for patients, their support networks, healthcare professionals, payers, and policymakers.

Conclusions:

  • Empowering patients with knowledge is key to adopting interventional glaucoma treatments.
  • Comprehensive education supports the successful transition to a new glaucoma treatment paradigm.