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MEDICAL Optometry

Ocular Therapeutics Handbook A Clinical Manual 4th Edition By Bruce E. Onofrey , RPh , OD , FAAO , FOGS , Vice-Chair Eye Services, Lovelace-Sandia Medical Center, Albuquerque, NM; Adjunct Assistant Professor of Clinical Optometry, Pacific University and University of California, Berkeley, CA; Leonid Skorin , OD , DO , FAAO , FAOCO , Staff Ophthalmologist, Albert Lea Eye Clinic, Mayo Health System, Albert Lea, MN; Adjunct Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL; Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology and Ophthalmology, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI; Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, Chicago, IL; Adjunct Clinical Pro- fessor, College of Optometry, Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR; and Nicky R. Holdeman , OD , MD , Associate Dean for Clinical Education, Executive Director, University Eye Institute, University of Houston College of Optometry, Houston, TX DESCRIPTION Offering concise, easy-access information for the most common ocu- lar problems, Ocular Therapeutics Handbook: A Clinical Manual

is a proven, practical resource for optometrists, nurses and primary care physicians. A consistent outline format and numerous algorithms make vital information easy to retrieve, while a problem-oriented approach provides a real-world perspective and helps build critical thinking skills. The revised 4th Edition includes an accompanying eBook that contains all of the content in the book, plus additional clinical photographs, illustrations, and surgical and procedural videos. FEATURES ▶ ▶ Three well-organized sections cover the information you need to know: Quick Reference (ocular microbiology, lab tests and procedures, pharmaceutical agents and medication side effects); Ocular Therapeutics (diseases, traumatic injuries, and ocular urgencies and emergencies); and Appendices (abbreviations, conversion charts, case report sheets and more). ▶ ▶ Each clinical presentation focuses on the patient (risk factors, signs and symptoms), the disease (pathophysiology) and the management (treatment options and pharmacology), providing rapid access to clinically relevant material. ▶ ▶ Revised content covers recent advancements in new technology, including electrophysiology, fundus auto-fluorescence and OCT; diagnostic equipment and techniques; recently developed pharmaceuticals; and recent clinical studies’ impact on ocular disease. ▶ ▶ New video content teaches how to perform key procedures and improve patient management. ▶ ▶ Hundreds of line drawings, color photographs and tables help you visualize and quickly grasp key concepts. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience with Enhanced Video , Audio , and Interactive Capabilities! ▶ ▶ Read directly on your preferred device(s) , such as computer, tablet or smartphone. ▶ ▶ Easily convert to audiobook , powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Softbound / ISBN: 978-1-9751-0904-2 / ($104.99 / £79.00(t) / €89.00(t)) World Approx. 750 pp. / 383 in Full Color / Approx. 175 Tables / 6 x 9 / December 2019

Note to Booksellers: The previous edition published in March 2011 (ISBN: 978-1-60547-952-1).

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