"Increase the quality of care provided to your patients by offering comprehensive, up-to-date training to your staff.Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course, Sixth Edition is a concise, high-yield self-study program for beginning ophthalmic assistants that blends fundamental medical and scientific information and essential practical skills. Enhanced features of the new sixth edition:12 digital interactive models of the eye to deepen understanding25 videos that demonstrate clinical techniquesA greater emphasis on office responsibilities to improve operational effectiveness.The course consists of a textbook, available in print or ebook (eBook available from the American Academy of Ophthalmology), and an online examination (exam available from the American Academy of Ophthalmology). Successful completion of the course serves as a prerequisite for the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) examination administered by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).Executive Editor: Mary A. O Hara, MDTextbook PrintThis fully-illustrated textbook describes 44 procedures step-by-step and covers all topics in both the United States and international curricula. The print version includes QR codes within the text that can be easily scanned to access and 12 interactive anatomical models of the eye. Each chapter has self-assessment questions and suggested activities to reinforce the preceding lessons. 6th ed., 2017, 381 pagesChapters in the new sixth edition include:Introduction to Ophthalmic Medical AssistingAnatomy and Physiology of the EyeDiseases and Disorders of the EyeSystemic Diseases and Ocular ManifestationsOptics and Refractive States of the EyeBasics of Ophthalmic PharmacologyMicroorganisms and Infection ControlComprehensive Medical Eye ExaminationOcular MotilityAdjunctive Tests and ProceduresPrinciples and Techniques of PerimetryFundamentals of Practical OpticianryLow VisionPrinciples and Problems of Contact LensesPatient Interaction, Screening, and EmergenciesPatients With Special ConcernsMinor Surgical Assisting in the OfficeRefractive Surgery Concepts and ProceduresUnderstanding Practice ManagementMedical Ethics, Legal Issues, and Regulatory IssuesCommunity Health Eye CareCare of Ophthalmic Lenses and InstrumentsGlossaryLow Vision Resources
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