Ophthalmic Assistant

Ophthalmic Assistant is a practical guide to basic ophthalmology for trainees and allied health assistants. Beginning with the anatomy and physiology of the eye, the following chapters discuss symptoms and clinical examination. Each of the following sections describes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders in different parts of the eye, including lids, lacrimal system, orbits, cornea, retina and lens. Written in simple language, this comprehensive manual is enhanced by nearly 360 photographs, illustrations and tables to help trainees understand the clinical features of numerous ocular disorders and prescribe appropriate treatment.   Key pointsPractical guide to basic ophthalmology for trainees and allied health assistantsCovers diagnosis and treatment of disorders and diseases in all parts of the eyePresented in easy to read format, with simple languageIncludes nearly 360 clinical photographs, illustrations and tables