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.