Ophthalmology Books

Book SynopsisCovers systemic medical conditions most likely to affect ophthalmic patients, such as infectious, metabolic, neurologic and cardiovascular diseases; cancer; and rheumatic and endocrine disorders. Includes a discussion of preventive medicine and medical emergencies, geriatrics and statistics. Ophthalmic considerations are highlighted throughout. Contains references and tables listing the names, indications and side effects of antibiotic, antihypertensive and anticancer drugs.Upon completion of Section 1, readers should be able to:Describe the ophthalmic manifestations of major systemic diseases.Summarize the major disease processes affecting most of the adult population, and briefly explain how preventive measures may reduce the morbidity and mortality they cause.List some of the factors associated with a patient’s compliance or noncompliance with medical regimens.

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Book SynopsisSection 4 presents materials in two parts: Part I, Ophthalmic Pathology; and Part II, Intraocular Tumors. Part I uses a hierarchy that moves from general to specific to help derive a differential diagnosis for a specific tissue. Part II is a compilation of selected clinical aspects of importance to the general ophthalmologist. Additionally, this section has a variety of images and videos.Upon completion of Section 4, readers should be able to:Describe a structured approach to understanding major ocular conditions based on a hierarchical framework of topography, disease process, general diagnosis and differential diagnosis.Summarize the steps in handling ocular specimens for pathologic study, including obtaining, dissecting, processing, and staining tissues.Identify those ophthalmic lesions that indicate systemic disease and are potentially life threatening.

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Book SynopsisIncludes the latest statistics on indications for corneal transplants from the Eye Bank Association of America. Eleven original narrated technical videos demonstrating select surgical techniques, including animations will aid your understanding.This section discusses the structure and function of the cornea and external eye and reviews relevant examination techniques. Covers infectious and ocular surface diseases; disorders and surgery of the ocular surface; immune-mediated and neoplastic disorders; and congenital anomalies and degenerations. A chapter on the genetics of corneal dystrophies reflects the IC3D classification. Toxic and traumatic injuries and corneal transplantation are also reviewed.Upon completion of Section 8, readers should be able to:Describe the anatomy and molecular biology of the cornea.Recognize the distinctive signs of specific diseases of the ocular surface and cornea.Outline the steps in an ocular examination for corneal or external eye disease and choose the appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.Assess the indications and techniques of surgical procedures for managing corneal disease, trauma, and refractive error.

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Book SynopsisOphthalmology residents are faced with learning a highly complex subspecialty; proper training and education are critical to their success. Practical Ophthalmology, A Manual for Beginning Residents helps residents gain confidence and specific knowledge in the early transition to becoming skilled practitioners. This updated edition includes:Thorough coverage of the ophthalmic examination.A comprehensive discussion of ocular emergencies.Common ocular medications.240 photographs, diagrams and tables.Stepwise instructions for 54 specific examination and testing techniques.20+ new videos and interactive activities.Practical Ophthalmology, A Manual for Beginning Residents is part of a suite of Academy textbooks for ophthalmology residents and trainees that helps them build a solid foundation of clinical and surgical knowledge. These resources are written and edited by leading residency program directors and are powerful tools for mastering needed skills.

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Book SynopsisMajor RevisionSection 1 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) provides thorough information on the general areas of medicine. This section covers endocrine disorders, cerebrovascular disease, infectious diseases, cancer, behavioral and neurologic disorders, and geriatrics.This revised BCSC volume includes chapters on research to improve clinical practice, perioperative management in ocular surgery and management of medical emergencies that the ophthalmologist might encounter.To address an important and timely issue within the BCSC, this major revision begins with a Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) chapter. This chapter covers the topic and categories of SDOH, as well as the impact of SDOH on patient wellness. This book has a new subsection on COVID-19 and a new table on ocular side effects of biologics and targeted drugs. In addition, new Ophthalmic Considerations elements cover various ophthalmic topics, include tables and references, to help deepen the understanding of the concepts presented in this section.Section 1 covers the latest recommendations for treating hypertension and hypercholesterolemia and includes four videos, two of which demonstrate responses to in-office emergency situations.Upon completion of Section 1, readers should be able to:Discuss the impact of social determinants of health on patient wellnessDescribe the various factors to consider in critically reviewing clinical researchExplain the importance of the randomized controlled clinical study in evaluating the effects of new treatmentsDescribe the classification, pathophysiology, and presentation of diabetes, as well as the diagnostic criteria for this disease

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Book SynopsisSection 3 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) provides a comprehensive overview of clinical optics, including current applications of optical phenomena such as lasers, spectacles, IOLs and refractive surgery. A chapter on vision rehabilitation addresses the wide range of vision rehabilitation interventions: smartphone accessibility features and apps, electronic magnification devices, audio devices, and a variety of optical devices.Increase your understanding of human eye optics; basic concepts of geometric optics; ophthalmic instruments and contact lenses with nine clinical videos. An animation video demonstrates a circularly polarized electromagnetic wave. Plus, a dynamic illustration allows modification of "live" drawings to experience the effects of changes in the positions of source objects and focal points.This section of the BCSC begins with a Quick-Start Guide, which includes an extensive discussion on retinoscopy. The Quick-Start Guide includes seven Try It Yourself! exercises on Hand Neutralization of Spherical and Cylindrical Lenses, Making a Practice Eye and Detection of Astigmatism.Upon completion of Section 3, readers should be able to:Outline the principles of light propagation and image formation and work through some of the fundamental equations that describe or measure such properties as refraction, reflection, magnification and vergenceDefine the various types of visual perception and function, including visual acuity, brightness sensitivity, color perception and contrast sensitivityExplain the optical principles underlying various modalities of refractive correction: spectacles, contact lenses, intraocular lenses and refractive surgery

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Book SynopsisSection 4 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) presents materials in two parts: Part One, Ophthalmic Pathology; and Part Two, Intraocular Tumors.Part one uses a hierarchy that moves from general to specific to help derive a differential diagnosis for a specific issue. Part two is a compilation of selected clinical aspects of importance to the general ophthalmologist – this section contains an extensive discussion on intraocular tumors.Section 4 includes two interactive activities that identify the disease process and cell type, expanded content on specimen handling, updated photographs and illustrations throughout plus key takeaways highlighted at the beginning of each chapter. Additionally, this section has a variety of images and videos that deepen your understanding.Upon completion of Section 4, readers should be able to:Use a hierarchical framework of topography, disease process and differential diagnosis to understand major ocular conditionsSummarize the steps for handling ocular specimens for pathologic studyExplain the basic principles of special procedures and diagnostic testing used in ophthalmic pathologyState the main histologic features of common ocular conditionsIdentify those ophthalmic lesions that indicate systemic disease and are potentially life-threateningDescribe the methodologies used for intraocular tumor diagnosis; treatment modalities for ocular tumors; and important genetic information for families affected by retinoblastoma

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Book SynopsisSection 5 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) provides a symptom-driven approach to the diagnosis and treatment of major neuro-ophthalmic conditions. Accordingly, the emphasis is on the examination of the patient, both basic and extended, and the appropriate use of adjunctive studies to determine the status of the patient’s visual system as a whole.BCSC Section 5 includes a chapter on imaging in neuro-ophthalmology, which contains pages devoted to interpreting optical coherence tomography results (OCT), a chapter on functional neurological symptoms (conversion) and related disorders and includes an overview of the most recent diagnostic categorization of these disorders.An overview of the anatomy of visual pathways is accompanied by numerous illustrations. Increase your understanding with videos, activities on orbital anatomy and the visual pathways, and an animation demonstrating visual snow.Upon completion of Section 5, readers should be able to:Explain a symptom-driven approach to the assessment of patients with common neuro-ophthalmic clinical manifestations and state an appropriate differential diagnosisDescribe a plan for the immediate management of patients with neuro-ophthalmic emergenciesDescribe eye movement disorders and their anatomical relationship to the ocular motor systemExplain functional neurological symptom (conversion) disorder, factitious disorder, malingering, and list the various clinical tests that are used to evaluate functional vision lossDescribe the neuro-ophthalmic effects of the most common neurologic and systemic disorders affecting the visual and ocular motor systems

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Book SynopsisMajor Revision Section 7 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) details the anatomy of the orbit and adnexa and emphasizes a practical approach to evaluating and managing orbital and eyelid disorders, including malpositions and involutional changes. This Section covers current information on congenital, inflammatory, infectious, neoplastic and traumatic conditions of the orbit and accessory structures. It reviews key aspects of orbital, eyelid and facial surgery and abnormalities of the lacrimal secretory and drainage systems and activities.This major revision of BCSC Section 7 has an expanded discussion and depiction of oculofacial anatomy with detailed images of cadaveric dissections. Increase your understanding with over 170 new photographs and illustrations included in this major revision.Review key concepts with 28 videos demonstrating the excision of a lateral dermoid and a medial dermoid, a white-eyed blow-out fracture, enucleation with an orbital implant, incision and drainage of a chalazion and lateral canthal defect repair using an O-to-Z flap. This edition includes four interactive activities covering the side and top views of the left orbit, eyelid anatomy and danger zones with filler injections.Upon completion of Section 7, readers should be able to:Describe the normal anatomy and function of orbital and oculofacial tissuesChoose appropriate examination techniques and protocols for diagnosing disorders of the orbit, eyelids and lacrimal systemDescribe functional and cosmetic indications in the medical and surgical management of oculofacial conditions

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Book SynopsisSection 8 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) discusses the structure and function of the cornea and external eye and reviews relevant examination techniques.BCSC Section 8 covers the latest statistics on indications for corneal transplants from the eye bank Association of America. In addition, this section discusses infectious and ocular surface diseases and disorders, surgery of the ocular surface, immune-mediated and neoplastic disorders and congenital anomalies and degenerations. A chapter on the diagnosis and management of corneal dystrophies reflects the IC3D classification of the dystrophies according to a template consisting of clinical, pathologic and genetic information. Toxic and traumatic injuries and corneal transplantation are also reviewed.Interactive elements throughout the text, such as an activity on corneal layers and corresponding confocal images, an animation demonstrating the development of the cornea and a corneal ectasia case study, will help strengthen your clinical knowledge. Eleven original technical videos demonstrating select surgical techniques will also aid your understanding.This section also covers diagnostic imaging technologies, endothelial replacement surgery updates and best practices for early recognition and treatment of sebaceous cell carcinoma.Upon completion of Section 8, readers should be able to:Explain the overall strategy, examination, and technology used for systematic evaluation of the cornea and the external eyeDescribe the basic principles and the clinical approach to the diagnosis and treatment of viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic keratitisList the risk factors, clinical signs, and breadth of management options of corneal ectasiaList the risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of neoplastic disease of the cornea and the external eyeIdentify unique clinical features that help differentiate the more common corneal dystrophies and describe an appropriate management strategy for eachIdentify the common corneal manifestations of systemic disease and describe their treatments

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Book SynopsisMajor Revision Section 9 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) begins with an overview of immune-mediated eye disease, summarizing basic immunologic concepts, ocular immune responses and special topics in ocular immunology.BCSC Section 9 covers diagnostic considerations, therapies and complications for uveitis. This volume reviews noninfectious (autoimmune) and infectious forms of uveitis. A new table summarizes selected systemic immunomodulatory medications used to treat noninfectious uveitis. Additionally, a discussion on nonbacterial causes of infectious uveitis includes a new subsection on SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19.Other topics in Section 9 include scleritis, ocular involvement in HIV infection/AIDS, endophthalmitis and masquerade syndromes. The topic on posterior uveitis and panuveitis has been revised to two chapters to make the content more manageable. In addition, a second appendix about antimicrobial agents for intraocular injection is now included.New photos, Clinical Pearl boxes and other side bars appear throughout the book, presenting information that can be quickly applied to clinical practice. Increase your understanding with 7 videos and 1 interactive activity. Upon completion of Section 9, readers should be able to:Describe the immunologic and infectious mechanisms involved in the development of and complications from uveitis and related conditions, including AIDSIdentify general and specific pathophysiologic processes in acute and chronic ocular inflammation that affect the structure and function of the uvea, lens, vitreous, retina, and other adjacent tissuesDistinguish infectious from noninfectious uveitic entitiesState appropriate differential diagnoses for ocular inflammatory disorders and identify systemic associations or implications

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Book SynopsisSection 10 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) provides a comprehensive discussion of glaucoma, including epidemiology and the social and economic impacts of the disease, hereditary and genetic factors, intraocular pressure and aqueous humor dynamics and clinical evaluation and surgical therapy.BCSC Section 10 includes content on minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, coverage of medications such as netarsudil and latanoprostene bunod and analysis of literature on angle-closure management. The various classes of medical therapy for glaucoma are described in terms of efficacy, mechanism of action and safety.Increase your knowledge with the numerous images illustrating disease entities and surgical techniques. Enhanced with eight surgical videos that will aid your understanding.Upon completion of Section 10, readers should be able to:List recent advances in the understanding of the contribution of genetic factors in glaucomaDescribe the physiology of aqueous humor dynamics and the control of intraocular pressure (IOP)Describe the clinical evaluation of the glaucoma patient, including gonioscopy, optic nerve examination, OCT imaging and perimetryList the various clinical features of and therapeutic approaches for the secondary open-angle glaucomasDescribe the mechanisms, pathophysiology and treatment of angle-closure glaucomasDescribe how and when to use surgical interventions for glaucoma

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Book SynopsisSection 11 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) reviews the anatomy, physiology, embryology and pathology of the lens. This section covers the epidemiology, evaluation and management of cataracts and gives an overview of lens and cataract surgery, including special situations. Additionally, Section 11 provides the reader with an appropriate differential diagnosis and a management plan for intraoperative and postoperative complications of cataract surgery.BCSC Section 11 includes key takeaways highlighted at the beginning of every chapter, 30 detailed illustrations and two animations on embryology and biochemistry and physiology.This volume contains 13 technical videos to increase your understanding. Upon completion of Section 11, readers should be able to:Describe the normal anatomy, embryologic development, physiology, and biochemistry of the crystalline lensIdentify congenital anomalies of the lensDescribe the association of cataracts with aging, trauma, medications, and systemic and ocular diseasesDescribe the evaluation and management of patients with cataract and other lens abnormalitiesState the principles of cataract surgery techniques and associated surgical technologyDescribe an appropriate differential diagnosis and management plan for intraoperative and postoperative complications of cataract surgery treatment plans

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Book SynopsisSection 12 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) is arranged into three parts.Part one begins with an overview of the retina and its relationship to the pigment epithelium, choroid and vitreous plus discusses the major retinal disorders and their appropriate diagnostic methods and treatment principles.Part two cover specific diseases and trauma to the posterior segment and provides appropriate diagnostic techniques, plus reviews vitreoretinal diseases and management and therapy of retinal diseases.Part three provides key knowledge about cryotherapy for posterior segment diseases and includes select therapeutic topics, plus laser therapy and vitreoretinal surgery. A chapter on gene therapy covers the common types of DNA therapy: gene augmentation, optogenetics, and genome editing.This section features 19 videos, including videos on posterior segment treatment approaches and common vitreoretinal procedures. More than 175 figures, illustrations and photos plus ten interactive animations, are included to aid your understanding.Upon completion of Section 12, readers should be able to:Select appropriate methods of examination and ancillary studies for the diagnosis of vitreoretinal disordersDescribe the principles of medical and surgical treatment of vitreoretinal disordersIncorporate data from major prospective clinical trials in the management of selected vitreoretinal disordersDescribe and explain the urgency, appropriateness and timing of vitreoretinal conditions and interventions.

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Book SynopsisSection 13 of the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ (BCSC®) covers the science of refractive surgery and patient evaluation. It also examines specific procedures in refractive surgery and their potential complications, refractive surgery in ocular and systemic disease, and accommodative and nonaccommodative treatment of presbyopia. In addition, the book includes information on lens implants.BCSC Section 13 features a chapter focusing on small-incision lenticule extraction (SMILE), reviews advances in intraocular lens technology and includes coverage of intraocular refractive surgery.Deepen your understanding with eight original videos that demonstrate refractive surgical techniques, including the FDA-approved SMILE procedure. Upon completion of Section 13, readers should be able to:Explain the steps—including medical and social history, ocular examination, and ancillary testing—in evaluating whether a patient is an appropriate candidate for refractive surgeryFor surface ablation procedures, describe patient selection, epithelial removal, refractive outcomes and complicationsFor laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK), describe patient selection, surgical techniques, outcomes and complicationsDescribe how intraocular surgical procedures, including refractive lens exchange or implantation of a phakic IOL, can be used in refractive correction, with or without corneal interventionDescribe the different types of IOLs used for refractive correction

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Book SynopsisConquer the challenges of tech training. Shorten the learning curve with this comprehensive tool.Increase the skill and confidence of your technicians with the Academy’s Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course. This new edition provides key points at the start of each chapter and updates to coding, transmission of infectious disease and infection control precautions.Features of the new seventh edition include:12 interactive models of the eye45 step-by-step procedures26 training videosThe course consists of a textbook and an online examination. Successful completion of the course serves as a prerequisite for the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) examination administered by the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO).

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Book SynopsisUnblinded is the true story of New Yorker Kevin Coughlin, who became blind at age thirty-six due to a rare genetic disorder known as Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy. Twenty years later, without medical intervention, Kevin’s sight miraculously started to return. He is the only known person in the world who has experienced a spontaneous, non-medically assisted, regeneration of the optic nerve. Unblinded follows Kevin’s descent into darkness, and his unexplained reemergence to sight.Trade Review"Unblinded is a once-in-a-lifetime story, a journey through darkness and light, love and loss, awakening and discovery. Its pages take us, at once, on a remarkable true adventure and into the heart and mind of a most extraordinary individual. A beautifully written and inspiring tale, and a reminder to us all about what really matters."—ROBERT KURSON, New York Times bestselling author of Crashing Through, Shadow Divers, and Pirate Hunters "Unblinded tells a remarkable story of sudden blindness, new vision, and sight regained. It offers great insight into the nature of reality--that which we perceive and that which we create for ourselves." —ISAAC LIDSKY, New York Times bestselling author of Eyes Wide Open"Unblinded provides honest, profound insight into the emotional trauma that occurs when vision is lost and the path forward in life cannot be seen." —LISSA POINCENOT, National Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy Advocate "Miracles can happen from the inside out. In Unblinded, Traci Medford-Rosow leads us through the wondrous story of one man's experience of overcoming blindness. Unblinded takes the reader on a fascinating, behind-the-scenes tour of what went on during those years of darkness and how Kevin Coughlin, after battling alcoholism, loneliness, prejudice, and perhaps most of all himself, emerges as a man of wisdom and sight." —ANN CAMPANELLA, Award-winning and bestselling author of Motherhood: Lost and Found"A tale about overcoming personal tragedy risks sentimentality. Unblinded offers instead a sightless perspective on reality that could engage a physicist."—PROF. NEIL J. SULLIVAN, Author: The Prometheus Bomb and The Dodgers Move WestThis biography chronicles a man’s sudden vision loss, his self-reinvention, and his seemingly miraculous partial recovery of sight. In New York City in February 1997, Coughlin’s sight began deteriorating. Five days later, he was completely blind—stricken in his 30s by a rare, irreversible genetic disorder of the optic nerve that normally affects teens and young adults. Already alcohol-dependent, he was soon unemployed and dependent on disability checks. He confronted countless challenges in navigating city life, including physical barriers, inconsiderate strangers, and bureaucratic delays. In his favor, however, were his persistence and his preternatural ability to enlist help from others. For example, he persuaded a clerk to sell him a cane without the required mobility certification, and an ally at Gay Men’s Health Crisis helped him join a support group of HIV-positive blind people even though he was upfront about being HIV-negative. He continued to pursue his love of visual arts and photography by engaging a curator to narrate museum visits and a sighted Alcoholics Anonymous colleague to help take pictures. Coughlin also achieved sobriety and took up meditation, prayer, and ayurvedic practices. His physical and spiritual health improved, which helped him deal with the loss of another job and a beloved guide dog. Fifteen years after becoming blind, his sight began to return, but he already saw life differently. He began a journal (reprinted as an appendix), in which he cites “patience, prayer and turmeric” as “the corner stones of my journey out of the darkness.” Each chapter closes with a selected journal entry, foreshadowing and eventually merging with the narrative. Medford-Rosow (Inflection Point, 2015) and debut author Coughlin skillfully condense two decades into 33 easy-to-read vignettes about Coughlin’s challenges, setbacks, and breakthroughs. This results in a multilayered account that works on several levels, offering granular details of the blindness experience, detailing the difference between physical sight and personal vision, and highlighting the redemptive power of healing. The authors convey Coughlin’s spirituality and faith without being preachy, and they balance poignant moments with workaday complaints and unvarnished assessments of Coughlin’s behavior and relationships. The patient delivery allows this truly exceptional story to speak for itself. An emotional account of a remarkable personal odyssey. —Kirkus Starred Review

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Book SynopsisA step-by-step guide on pediatric ophthalmic surgery featuring tricks of the trade from top expertsChildren can be affected by a wide range of ophthalmic disorders, many of which require surgical intervention. Pediatric Ophthalmology Surgery and Procedures: Tricks of the Trade by esteemed pediatric ophthalmologist Sylvia Yoo and expert contributors covers the full range of pediatric ophthalmic procedures. As with other titles in this series, the book is consistently formatted with concise, step-by-step guidance. Chapters include goals, advantages, expectations, key principles, indications, contraindications, preoperative preparation, surgical planning, perioperative tips and pearls, operative technique and tools, what to avoid, complications, and postoperative care. Organized into six sections and 19 chapters, the text encompasses ophthalmic surgical approaches that pediatric ophthalmologists are likely to perform. Disease-related sections cover strabismus, eye conditions impacting t

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Book SynopsisThis volume introduces and explains an eye-opening treatment for correcting nearsightedness and related vision problems naturally and neurologically. The author presents his methodology on neurologically correcting primary refractive errors in the mild and moderate myopic range. Ortho C (or orthoculogy, which is Latin for "correcting the whole eye") is a natural treatment, requiring no alteration to the cornea.Key features of the book:• Introduces a neurological and natural treatment for the correction of nearsightedness• Presents many case studies showing the effectiveness of this treatment, based on the author’s 30+ years of research• Provides step-by-step instructions for designing lenses to suit the need, determining the sequence of wear, and conducting resistance tests• Grants readers the right to apply Ortho C to treat any patients with mild and moderate myopia, anisometropia, or compound astigmatism.Trade Review“John William Yee has made a major personal effort to design preventive methods for this difficult problem, and these methods are effective. It is always difficult to pioneer an alternative treatment in a field as conservative as optometry, and it takes a bold ‘soul’ to take these first steps. John has made a strong personal commitment to his research. . . . In this book, he offers this knowledge to professionals. . . . His pioneering development of Ortho C shows promise to effectively prevent nearsightedness at the threshold. His standard of professionalism and his commitment to support the welfare of others sets a high example for all of us.”- From the Foreword by Otis S. Brown, Author of How to Avoid Nearsightedness, Waynesboro, PA, United States“A timely publication as the optical professions are currently addressing the explosion of myopia since the 1970s and it is predicted that almost 50% of the world’s population will be myopic by 2050. Today, myopia control is front and center for eye care professionals looking for solutions to control and reverse this condition. They will find that John’s research and subsequent therapy will support their practice and expanding knowledge. John’s dedication to this ‘epidemic’ is an inspiration. I highly recommended it as required reading for all opticians!” - Lorne Kashin, RO, Executive Director, Ontario Opticians AssociationTable of ContentsPart 1: Defining The Problem 1. Why Ortho C? 2. The Parts of the Eye Affected 3. Near-Point Stress 4. The Main Culprit 5. The Myopic Model 6. Extraneous Variables 7. Mental Strain 8. The Effort to See 9. Letting Go 10. Neurological Implications Part 2: The Treatment 11. What Natural Relaxation Drills Can and Can’t Do 12. Designing the Lens 13. How It Reverses Nearsightedness 14. The Procedure 15. The Theory behind the Resistance Tests (It is Not Just a Test) 16. The Theory behind the Preliminary Drill 17. The Theory behind the Alternative Drill 18. The Theory behind the Standard Drill 19. Other Drills 20. Treating Mild and Moderate Myopia 21. Treating Anisometropia 22. Treating Astigmatism 23. Treating the Loss of Depth Perception 24. Treating Progressive Myopia 25. Wearing Schedule Part 3: Verification 26. Reinstating the Correct Message 27. Follow-Ups 28. Troubleshooting 29. Case Examples 30. Specifications: Features of an Ortho C Lens

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Book SynopsisNamed after the pioneering Scottish ophthalmologist, Sir Stewart Duke-Elder, this exam is intended for medical students who have completed their ophthalmology undergraduate teaching, but it is open to all medical undergraduates provided they have not graduated at the time of the examination. Students may take the examination on more than one occasion provided they have not yet graduated and have not previously won the prize. The exam is a notoriously competitive and difficult exam to sit during medical school. Each year students can register for the exam before December and the exam is held in early March. Two hours are allocated to answer ninety multiple choice questions. The standard of some questions that students encounter is beyond those of the undergraduate ophthalmology curriculum experienced during medical school. It consists of questions from the different sub-specialties within ophthalmology (Eye News). Sponsored by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, the candidate gaining the highest mark will be offered to chance to visit St John’s Eye Hospital in Jerusalem. The winning candidate can alternatively choose a cash prize of £400. Although not a mandatory part of ophthalmology training, students are encouraged to take the exam as a pass gives a credit on the CV and also gains points towards an ST1 interview. It is also good practice in preparation for other exams.Compiled by authors who have all passed the Duke Elder examination, this book presents 180 multiple choice questions and answers with clear and in-depth explanations. The first section provides a structured practice paper sectioned out by topic to assist revision, and the second section consists of a full unstructured mock exam. Questions have been written specifically with the Duke Elder exam in mind, making this book an invaluable revision aid to help achieve success in the examination.Table of ContentsSuccess in the Duke Elder Examination

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Book SynopsisThis book contains unique cases from Middle Eastern patients that are very rare in other countries and cases not included in other literature on this topic. This could be related to our geographic area as well as social conditions of life. The book collects over 600 pictures of different corneal ulcers/keratitis, including before and after treatment photos over 10 years of practice. The photos regarding corneal ulcers caused by specific and isolated microorganisms with before and after treatment photos will give a comprehensive idea to any clinician how the appearance of the eye will be by the end. This book will include some surgical cases with almost all possible complications as well as corneal tattooing and Boston type 1 keratoprosthesis cases. It will be an ideal reference source for ophthalmologists, residents, and students.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a practical, superbly illustrated guide to the clinical diagnosis of eyelid tumors and the surgical procedures used for tumor excision and eyelid reconstruction. In this completely revised and updated Second Edition, there are new chapters on pathology and radiosurgery, procedures have been amended to reflect current practice, all the surgical illustrations have been redrawn in full color, and selected clinical photographs have been added or replaced.The first section of the book covers differential diagnosis and features over 100 full color photographs of benign and malignant eyelid tumors and inflammatory conditions, accompanied by concise descriptions of the clinical presentation and the course of these lesions. This section is designed to enable the clinician to distinguish accurately lesions requiring biopsy and/or surgical removal from those that should be treated medically or observed for changes.In the second section, the author describes the surgical anatomy of the eyelids and surrounding structures, and provides currently accepted procedures for eyelid tumor biopsies, the most effective techniques for tumor removal, and upper and lower lid reconstruction. Key steps are illustrated by over 200 full color drawings and photographs.With its emphasis on the more common conditions, and its clear, user-friendly and practical approach, Eyelid Tumors is a valuable source of reference for ophthalmic clinicians and surgeons, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, dermatologists and pathologists.Trade ReviewWell written, practical and concise. Excellent colour illustrations and photographs fill this book and complement its easily readable text...an exceptional resource in managing patients with eyelid tumors.—Journal of Cosmetic and Laser SurgeryTable of ContentsDiagnosis and Management: Differential Diagnosis of Eyelid Tumours. Malignant Tumours. Benign Tumours and Related Conditions. Treatment of Eyelid Tumors. Reconstruction of the Eyelids: Surgical Anatomy. General Principles of Eyelid Reconstruction and Radiosurgery. Lower Eyelid Reconstruction. Upper Eyelid Reconstruction. Repair of Defects that do not involve Eyelid Margins. Reconstruction of the Medial and Lateral Canthi.

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Book SynopsisThe number of the millions of blind in the world continues to grow, causing needless social and economic deprivation. Most of these blind can be cured, and much of the remainder prevented if all people had access to the simple and effective interventions that already exist. In this newly revised fourth edition of ‘Eye Care in Developing Nations’, the author describes in practical detail, what these interventions consist of and how they can be readily implemented. This is the handyman’s guide to delivering eye services to low-resource populations, whether they are pockets of poverty in otherwise affluent countries or broadly deprived populations living in the developing world.Demand for the first three editions from around the world has proved this book’s value. In this expanded and updated edition all chapters have been revised to reflect developments in public health and in medical and surgical treatments and techniques. The book’s value is further enhanced in the fourth edition by the greater emphasis given to clinical ophthalmology and the provision for the first time of colour photos and diagrams throughout.Table of ContentsIntroduction to Public Health Ophthalmology: Public Health, Preventative Care, Eye Care Delivery, Evaluation and Sustainability. Eye Care in Developing Nations: Cataract. Trachoma. Blinding Malnutrition. Glaucoma. Ocular Trauma. Onchocerciasis. Leprosy. External Disease. Other Blinding Disorders. Appropriate Technology. Refractive Errors. Low Vision. Ophthalmology Backgrounder: Anatomy and Physiology. The Eye Examination.

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Book SynopsisThis clinically oriented volume reviews the signs, symptoms and treatment of common ocular diseases and disorders in infants and children. Ocular disorders are of major significance as they often provide clues to the presence, not only of systemic diseases, but also of other congenital malformations. By means of concise text supported by a wealth of color illustrations the authors' aim is to enable the reader to reach a fast and accurate diagnosis, to ensure early treatment which may ultimately prevent the occurrence of further disease.This book is useful for all those who care for affected children, including pediatricians, primary care and emergency physicians, trainee ophthalmologists, optometrists and medical students.Table of ContentsFunctional anatomy of the eye. Ocular examination in infants and children. Retinopathy of prematurity. Amblyopia. Strabismus. Diseases of the conjunctiva. Diseases of the cornea. Conjunctival and developmental cataracts. Glaucoma. Diseases of the retina. Uveitis. Diseases of the optic nerve. Diseases of the lacrimal apparatus. Diseases of the eyelid. Ocular manifestations of systemic disorders. Phakomatoses. Pediatric neuro-ophthalmology. Ocular tumors of childhood. Ocular trauma. Index.

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