OPH 103 Introduction to Diseases of the Eye

This course introduces the fundamentals of common external and internal diseases of the eye and orbital region. Topics include common patient complaints, what constitutes an ocular emergency, triage procedure and common conditions and disorders. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify most common ocular diseases and determine appropriate emergency management of acute ocular problems.

Credits

2

Class:

2

Lab:

0

Prerequisite

OPH 150, OPH 151

Distribution

Ophthalmic Medical Assistant

Offered

(S)