A pocket sized, symptom based book on ophthalmology which is designed to guide non-specialists towards efficient and safe diagnosis, and onward referral where necessary. A truly symptom-based book on ophthalmology - starts from the presenting complaint such as red eye, loss of vision, flashing lights or floating spots. Concise text and diagnostic flowcharts guide the reader towards correct diagnosis and management - ideal for the non-specialist whose main priority is not to miss serious disease. Pocket-sized format and plastic cover make it ideal for clinical situations. Illustrated in colour throughout. Gives guidance on who needs screening for eye disease.

Provides reviews of relevant anatomy and pathophysiology followed by easy to use outlines of the symptoms, signs, differential diagnoses, treatments, and referral indications for the ophthalmic conditions you are most likely to see in practice. With its clear focus on diagnosis and treatment, this point-of-care reference brings evidenced-based, clinically actionable information to the front lines of primary care.

Written by ophthalmologists and carefully reviewed by primary care consultants, this new reference provides the primary care physician with exactly the information needed to either diagnose an eye disorder or identify the signs and symptoms to refer the treatment to an ophthalmologist. The text begins with chapters on performing the general examination of the eye and differential diagnosis. Then each region of the eye is covered, first with a discussion of anatomy in order to define any abnormalities, followed by signs and symptoms of various disorders of that region. A treatment plan is then offered, or a recommendation to refer to an ophthalmologist. Hundreds of high-quality, color illustrations are used throughout to aid the reader in arriving at an accurate diagnosis. For ease of access, an easy-to-follow, bulleted format has been used throughout, designed to assist with quick recognition and diagnosis of ophthalmic disorders. Full-color illustrations provide an excellent diagnostic tool. Topics are organized by eye region and/or symptom recognition, further aiding the non-specialist in recognition, diagnosis, and treatment. Chapter authors have been paired with primary care consultants to ensure relevance to the needs of the primary care practitioner.

This book presents a comprehensive treatise on community ophthalmology principles and practices for countries with developing and emerging economies. It is replete with chapters on basic epidemiology, health economics, basic statistics and lays the foundation of the global eye health-care programs with skills for community-based epidemiological projects in eye care. With extensive experience in conducting various epidemiological surveys funded by the Ministry of Health, WHO, Indian Council of Medical Research, etc., the editors provide practical knowledge to ophthalmologists, public health specialists, physician-scientists, researchers, eye care program managers, optometrists, and academicians involved in community ophthalmology operational studies. Key Features: • Presents a single platform for knowing everything about community ophthalmology from statistics and epidemiology to financing in an easy and succinct manner. • Serves as a robust resource and an advanced teaching tool for medical professionals. • Includes well-illustrated, succinct chapters for better understanding of various aspects of public health in eye care. • Provides tips and tricks for dealing with both expected and unexpected situations while conducting epidemiological research and data collection in the field.

Over the last few years, there have been noted remarkable developments in diagnosis and imaging techniques in the field of ophthalmology making the impact on clinical practice. With this in mind has also come a rise in the need of written book, since very little academic literature exists on the issue. This book is designed as an introduction to clinical ophthalmology and in an effort to make it of maximal knowledgeable value as a ready reference several specific features were incorporated, including chapters covering each element of a thorough ophthalmic examination, organized in the order in which each element is usually performed, and reflecting cutting edge technologies for diagnosis and monitoring patients with different ocular problems. It is written for the widest possible audience: medical students, residents, the practicing ophthalmologist, the emergency room physician, the family practitioner, the internist, the pediatrician, the neurologist to help each interested professional to gain a sound understanding of ocular disease through comprehensive eye examination so that their patients may achieve a better quality of life.

This concise text is an ideal complement to the medical student curriculum and is an important text for primary care residents and physicians. It features practical information on the diagnosis, management and referral of common ocular disorders and summarizes important ophthalmic concepts, techniques and facts with annotated resources for additional information. This new edition includes updates on neuro-ophthalmology, ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, and drugs and the eye. Additional topics include eye examination, acute and chronic visual loss, the red eye, ocular and orbital injuries, and amblyopia and strabismus.