Foundations of Ophthalmology

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Module 1: Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye

  • Structure and function of the eye.
  • Ocular anatomy and its relevance to ophthalmology.
  • Vision-related terminology and concepts.

Module 2: Ocular Examination Techniques

  • Comprehensive eye examination procedures.
  • Visual acuity testing and refractive errors.
  • Ophthalmic diagnostic instruments and equipment.

Module 3: Common Eye Conditions

  • Overview of common eye disorders (e.g., cataracts, glaucoma).
  • Clinical presentations and diagnostic criteria.
  • Non-surgical management of eye conditions.

Module 4: Ophthalmic Imaging and Diagnostics

  • Ophthalmic imaging modalities (e.g., fundus photography, OCT).
  • Interpretation of imaging results.
  • Diagnostic tests for specific eye diseases.

Module 5: Pharmacology in Ophthalmology

  • Ophthalmic medications and their applications.
  • Ocular drug delivery methods.
  • Prescribing and monitoring drug therapy.

Module 6: Patient Education and Communication

  • Communicating with patients about eye conditions.
  • Patient education on eye health and preventive care.
  • Addressing patient questions and concerns.

 

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