Practical Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology residents are faced with learning a highly complex subspecialty; proper training and education are critical to their success. This new edition of Practical Ophthalmology is part of a suite of Academy textbooks for ophthalmology residents and trainees that will help them build a solid foundation of clinical and surgical knowledge. They are written and edited by leading residency program directors and are powerful tools for mastering needed skills. This updated essential text helps ophthalmology residents gain confidence while becoming a skilled practitioner. Highlights include coverage of a thorough ophthalmic examination, discussion of ophthalmic emergencies and common ocular medications. Stepwise instructions for 57 specific examination and testing techniques are available for quick access. The "Pitfalls and Pointers" sections present tips for avoiding or resolving common problems.

Practical Ophthalmology, A Manual for Beginning Residents helps residents gain confidence and specific knowledge in the early transition to becoming skilled practitioners, with multiple images and videos throughout.

This manual covers basic clinical techniques and background and contains practical instructions for more than 50 specific testing and examination techniques. It features informative tables, photographs, illustrations, and lists of suggested resources for more in-depth study.

A pocket sized, symptom based book on ophthalmology which is designed to guide non-specialists towards efficient and safe diagnosis, and onward referral where necessary. A truly symptom-based book on ophthalmology - starts from the presenting complaint such as red eye, loss of vision, flashing lights or floating spots. Concise text and diagnostic flowcharts guide the reader towards correct diagnosis and management - ideal for the non-specialist whose main priority is not to miss serious disease. Pocket-sized format and plastic cover make it ideal for clinical situations. Illustrated in colour throughout. Gives guidance on who needs screening for eye disease.

Covers basic clinical techniques and background that ophthalmology residents need to survive their first few months of residency. This manual contains practical instructions for more than 50 specific testing and examination techniques, from visual acuity examination to tonometry to scleral depression.

This handbook is designed to help shape the thought processes of the eye clinician or trainee and guide them toward the right decision-making pathway in emergency ophthalmology situations. Chapters are titled by the way cases present to eye casualty rather than condition, along with an algorithmic approach on what clinical and laboratory investigations to carry out. There is also guidance on how to perform simple procedures. It is aimed at trainees, general ophthalmologists and those with an interest from allied specialties (including specialist nurses) and professions such as optometrists and emergency medicine doctors. Key Features Stresses safe and practical navigation of common eye symptoms presented in an emergency setting. Provides guidance on differential diagnosis and includes useful decision-making flowcharts. Emphasizes "how to" approach the eye casualty patient. Shows what can be expected at each stage of the eye injury patient encounter. Presents information appropriate for the entire multi-disciplinary eye casualty team

Clinical Methods in Ophthalmology provides undergraduate students with an overview of the theoretical and clinical aspects of ophthalmology. Beginning with an introduction to ophthalmic symptoms and ocular examination, the following sections discuss diagnostic tests, instruments, lenses, drugs and surgery. A clinically structured questionnaire gives students guidance on history taking and physical and systemic examination. A separate chapter is dedicated to case presentation helping students recognise and diagnose symptoms and disorders, with emphasis on clinical applications. This concise, easy to read manual includes more than 400 full colour clinical photographs, illustrations and tables, to assist learning. Key points Overview of theoretical and clinical aspects of ophthalmology for undergraduate students Separate chapters dedicated to case pro forma and case presentation Concise, easy to read format Includes more than 400 full colour photographs, illustrations and tables

Pediatric Ophthalmology: current thought and practice’ is written by renowned experts with many years of experience and perspective on the state-of-the-art recommendations. All chapters are consistent in format and style and have practical application to the daily practice of medical and surgical pediatric ophthalmology. Starting with a guide to the examination of children, it covers all important topics for all who care for children’s eyes regardless of their niche interests within the field of pediatric ophthalmology. Many techniques that have been learned over many years by experienced practitioners will be illustrated and explained to the reader. Added value is given with useful tables and charts that will likely get constant use in offices and operating rooms, for example: Important drug dosages and side-effects, nystagmus surgical charts, strabismus surgical tables, spectacle artifacts, and an intraocular lens nomogram. This practical guide will promote understanding and update and guide the novice and the expert to improve the flow of the examination and treatment outcome. It is one of the most informative and useful books ever written for the pediatric ophthalmologist and the general ophthalmologist who cares for children.