Legal and ethical considerations in ophthalmic pharmacology are also covered. Forum for discussion of individual clinical experiences including concerns, issues, case studies, and procedures. OPT 112, OPT 114. Theory and anatomy basic to contact lenses and their relationship to pertinent ocular anatomy. Includes a study of lens types, their care, insertion and removal techniques.
Emphasis is on patient instruction and management.
Procedures for ordering, verifying and modifying are also included. Theoretical aspects involved in the correct fitting of contact lenses are discussed. OPT 112, OPT 130. Major pathological conditions of the eye and related structures integrated with symptomatology and treatment of these conditions. Basic microbiology and practical microbiology as it relates to the diagnosis, treatment and management of ophthalmic diseases.