Issues in Ophthalmic Practice

Issues in Ophthalmic Practice
Author: Susan Watkinson
Publisher: M and K Update
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2009
Genre: Electronic books
ISBN: 9781905539178

Ophthalmic nurse practitioners face many challenges today, owing to the effects of demographic change, advancing technology and research, and increasing government legislation. This book contains a wealth of information related to the nursing management of people with various ophthalmic conditions. At the same time, it encourages ophthalmic nurses and allied healthcare professionals to think critically about the wider political and professional issues impacting on their everyday practice. The last three decades have seen major advances in the care of people with ophthalmic conditions in all ag ...

The Eye Book

The Eye Book
Author: Ian Grierson
Publisher: Liverpool University Press
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2000-09-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1846313104

The Eye Book is an essential read for anyone who wears glasses, for parents of children with eye problems, for students considering training in orthoptics or optometry, and for health-care professionals looking for an overview of eye health. It is written in a lively readable style and a glossary is provided for technical and medical terms. The structure and function of the eye and the mechanisms of vision are explained in the initial chapters, with explanatory illustrations. Eye problems, eye diseases and their treatment are examined, and the function of different eye-care professionals is explained. Modern medical techniques are also described, including laser treatment, transplantation of cells, and rejuvenation therapy which may give the possibility of restoring diminished sight. The book is illustrated throughout with helpful figures and explanatory illustrations, including 17 colour plates.

Current Concepts in Ophthalmology

Current Concepts in Ophthalmology
Author: Andrzej Grzybowski
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2019-10-31
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3030253899

This book casts light on the most recent and significant changes and challenges in Ophthalmology over the last years. It provides essential and relevant new information and improvements on the main areas of Ophthalmology. Current Concepts of Ophthalmology elaborates on recent developments in Refractive and Cataract surgery, Cornea transplants, Neuro-Ophthalmology and many more. Based on increasing professional subject specialisation, this book offers the opportunity to stay up-to-date with areas outside of the own specific sub-specialty. Further, it traces issues and useful information to understand the trends and areas of future interest. Written by renowned experts of the respective fields, readers will discover a concise update on modern ophthalmology.

Current Catalog

Current Catalog
Author: National Library of Medicine (U.S.)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1442
Release: 1983
Genre: Medicine
ISBN:

First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.

Disorders of Cornea and Ocular Surface

Disorders of Cornea and Ocular Surface
Author: Namrata Sharma
Publisher: CBS Publishers & Distributors Pvt Limited, India
Total Pages:
Release: 2020-01-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9789388902670

Provides comprehensive coverage of disorders of the cornea and ocular surface. Comprehensive and up-to-date with recent advances incorporated, this book caters to the needs of postgraduate students and residents in ophthalmology, as well as young practitioners in the specialty. The book has been divided into eight sections: - Anatomy and Physiology of Cornea and Ocular Surface. - Clinical Evaluation and Investigative Techniques for Cornea and Ocular Surface. - Developmental Anomalies and Metabolic Disorders of Conjunctiva and Cornea. - Diseases of Conjunctiva and Ocular Surface. - Inflammatory Diseases of Cornea. - Non-Inflammatory Diseases of Cornea. - Surgical Procedures for Ocular Surface and Cornea. - Corneal Blindness and Eye Banking.

Making Eye Health a Population Health Imperative

Making Eye Health a Population Health Imperative
Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 587
Release: 2017-01-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309439981

The ability to see deeply affects how human beings perceive and interpret the world around them. For most people, eyesight is part of everyday communication, social activities, educational and professional pursuits, the care of others, and the maintenance of personal health, independence, and mobility. Functioning eyes and vision system can reduce an adult's risk of chronic health conditions, death, falls and injuries, social isolation, depression, and other psychological problems. In children, properly maintained eye and vision health contributes to a child's social development, academic achievement, and better health across the lifespan. The public generally recognizes its reliance on sight and fears its loss, but emphasis on eye and vision health, in general, has not been integrated into daily life to the same extent as other health promotion activities, such as teeth brushing; hand washing; physical and mental exercise; and various injury prevention behaviors. A larger population health approach is needed to engage a wide range of stakeholders in coordinated efforts that can sustain the scope of behavior change. The shaping of socioeconomic environments can eventually lead to new social norms that promote eye and vision health. Making Eye Health a Population Health Imperative: Vision for Tomorrow proposes a new population-centered framework to guide action and coordination among various, and sometimes competing, stakeholders in pursuit of improved eye and vision health and health equity in the United States. Building on the momentum of previous public health efforts, this report also introduces a model for action that highlights different levels of prevention activities across a range of stakeholders and provides specific examples of how population health strategies can be translated into cohesive areas for action at federal, state, and local levels.

Ophthalmology and the Ageing Society

Ophthalmology and the Ageing Society
Author: Hendrik P.N. Scholl
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2013-05-29
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3642363245

The ageing of the world’s population is one of the major achievements of modern society. By 2050, an estimated 2 billion people will be aged 60 years or over. However, ageing poses major challenges and this is especially true for the field of ophthalmology, given that the major eye diseases – age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataract – predominantly affect the elderly. The challenges facing ophthalmology in an ageing society have not previously been addressed in a comprehensive way, although there are common denominators of the various eye diseases that affect the elderly. This book provides such a comprehensive overview encompassing epidemiology, risk factors, current treatment and prophylaxis, disability, co-morbidity, and the impact on quality of life. World leaders in their respective fields provide state-of-the-art knowledge on the geriatric aspects of ophthalmology that will help to improve the management of this growing patient population.