2011-2012 Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 3: Clinical Optics (Basic & Clinical Science Course)

Discusses current applications of optical phenomena, including the optical foundations of lasers, spectacles, IOLs and refractive surgery. Presents optics of the human eye; basic concepts of geometric optics; ophthalmic instruments and contact lenses. Discusses vision rehabilitation from the epidemiology of vision impairment, classification of visual function deficits, patient assessment and low vision management. Last major revision 2009 2010.