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OPT 516L - Clinic-Patient Care I
0 credit(s)
Clinical experience designed to supplement lecture material from OPT 516 .
Corequisite(s): OPT 516
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OPT 516R - Remediation: Patient Care I
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 516 .
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OPT 517 - Patient Care II
0.5 credit(s)
This seminar course provides orientation to different modes of optometric practice. Includes observation and participation in clinical care. Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 517L - Clinic-Patient Care II
0 credit(s)
Clinical experience designed to supplement lecture material from OPT 517 .
Corequisite(s): OPT 517
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OPT 530 - Biomed Ethics I
0.25 credit(s)
The first in a series of courses to help students recognize ethical/professionalism dilemmas, how to manage, and who to consult, if needed. The primary focus of the content will be on topics surrounding “personal ethics.” Dilemmas and issues involving academic standards, personal conduct both inside and outside the academic environment will be raised.
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OPT 531 - Ocular Anat Phys and Biochem
3 credit(s)
The gross anatomy, fine structure, histology, physiology and embryology of the globe and adnexa, as well as ocular biochemistry. Laboratory topics are coordinated with the lecture material. Also listed as VSC 521
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OPT 531L - Lab-Ocular Anat Phys Biochem
.5 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 531 .
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OPT 531R - Remediation: Ocular Anat, Phys and Biochem
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 531 .
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OPT 532 - Anatomy of the Visual System
2 credit(s)
Anatomy, histology, and physiology of the orbit, extraocular muscles, and lacrimal system. Ocular circulation and sensory, motor, and autonomic innervation of the visual system; visual pathways and visual field defects, pupillary innervation and pupil defects. Laboratory topics are coordinated with the lecture material. Also listed as VSC 522 .
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OPT 532L - Lab-Anatomy of the Visual System
1 credit(s)
This hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 532 . Also listed as VSC 522L .
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OPT 533 - Ocular Diseases I
2 credit(s)
This course covers the epidemiology, symptoms, signs, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases of the eyelids and adnexa, conjunctiva, cornea, and lacrimal system.
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OPT 533L - Lab-Ocular Diseases I
1 credit(s)
This hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 533 . Laboratory includes techniques for the detection, assessment, and treatment of ocular diseases associated with these structures of the eye.
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OPT 535 - Functional Neuroanatomy and Neurobiology
3 credit(s)
This course will introduce you to gross and microscopic anatomy of the brain and spinal cord. Emphasis will be on learning the vasculature, blood-brain barriers, cerebrospinal fluid, central control mechanisms, neurology of the extraocular muscles, and vestibular and cerebellar functions. While learning the anatomical components are necessary for basic understanding, this course will also point out clinical implications of dysfunction in the structures discussed.
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OPT 535R - Remediation: Functional Neuroanatomy & Neurobiology
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 535 .
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OPT 537 - Systemic Disease I
3 credit(s)
This course is the first semester of a two-semester course that covers the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management (including pharmaceutical) of the major disorders and diseases affecting the body. The course will include discussions on inflammatory disorders, endocrine disorders, renal disease, rheumatologic disorders, oncology, hematology, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disorders, neurologic disorders, headaches, psychiatric disorders, GI and liver disorders, infectious disorders, dermatology, urgent care, and domestic violence.
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OPT 540 - Essentials of Medical Pharmacology I
1 credit(s)
First of a three semester course. The objective of the course is to teach students essential concepts in medical pharmacology including ocular pharmacology. Foundation of pharmacology is the emphasis in the first part of course. Drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination are discussed in addition to mechanisms of drug action. Introduction toautonomic nervous system and its pharmacology is also covered. Selected agents and classes of agents are studied in detail.
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OPT 540R - Remediation: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology I
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 540 .
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OPT 541 - Essentials of Medical Pharmacology II
1 credit(s)
Second semester of a three part course. The objective of the course is to teach students essential concepts in medical pharmacology including ocular pharmacology. Systemic pharmacology is the emphasis of the second part of course. The course will include discussions on the medical pharmacological management of inflammatory disorders, endocrine disorders, renal disease, rheumatologic disorders, oncology, hematology, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disorders, neurologic disorders, pain management, psychiatric disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, infectious disorders, and dermatological disorders. Selected agents and classes of agents are studied in detail.
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OPT 545 - Art Training for Clinical Observation
1 credit(s)
This is a collaborative course between the College of Optometry and College of Arts and Sciences. The goal of the course is to improve the observational skills of students through drawing techniques. As such, the course will employ the same drawing techniques introduced in beginning drawing courses focused on observation. The course is focused on techniques for recording observations accurately and communicating information clearly.
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OPT 546 - Clinical Procedures I
1.5 credit(s)
This course instructs students on clinical optometric instrumentation and skills including visual acuity measurement, entrance skill testing, basic visual field assessment, external ocular examination, biomicroscopy, and case history.
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OPT 546L - Lab-Clinical Procedures I
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 546 .
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OPT 547 - Clinical Procedures II
1.5 credit(s)
This course instructs student on clinical optometric instrumentation and skills including retinoscopy, lensometry, direct ophthalmoscopy, and binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy.
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OPT 547L - Lab-Clinical Procedures II
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 547 .
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OPT 555 - Special Topics
1 credit(s)
See department for description.
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OPT 556 - Independent Study
1-9 credit(s)
Customized independent study on topics related to Optometry. This must be coordinated with Academic Programs.
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OPT 560 - Evidence-Based Optometry
1 credit(s)
Understanding and evaluating scientific and health care literature. Development of critical thinking skills related to evidence-based optometric care. Also listed as VSC 503 .
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OPT 562 - Behavioral Optometric Science
4 credit(s)
This course covers the basic concepts of behavioral vision care, skills underlying effective visual information processing, introduction to refractive conditions, visual adaptive processes, myopiagenesis and myopia management, optometric interventions (lenses, prisms, and visual neuro rehab), and psychophysical bases of optometric evaluation. Epidemiology of relevant ocular and visual anomalies.
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OPT 562L - Lab-Behavioral Optometric Science
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 562 .
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OPT 568 - Optometry Practice Management I
1 credit(s)
This class instructs students on the basic business principles of optometric practice operation and management. Students will understand and evaluate the impacts of personal finances, both short term as students starting to program and long term as practicing optometrists. The application of financial and economic variables will be applied to the various modes of practice, budget planning, and business entities. Course covers professional networking, elementary contract negotiations and terms. An integral part of the course is the development of a professional portfolio.
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OPT 601 - Ophthalmic Optics
3 credit(s)
This course covers the principles of the design, function, and clinical utilization of spectacles. This includes the physical and optical properties of ophthalmic lenses such as lens materials, spheres, cylinders, prisms, multifocal lenses, aberrations, magnification, and tints and coatings. Frame materials, types, and specifications, mounting lenses in frames, fitting and ordering, and manufacturing methods are taught. Patient vision correction, comfort, cosmesis, and eye protection are emphasized, as well as application of standards, regulatory agency requirements, and professional liability.
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OPT 610 - Clinical Skill Proficiency Exam
0.5 credit(s)
Exam to assess student’s clinical skills prior to starting third year primary and specialty patient care. Pre-requisite to continue on to the third year patient care and specialty care courses.
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OPT 615 - Vision Therapy
3 credit(s)
Principles and methods of modifying visual performance through improvement of eye movements, accommodation and convergence abilities, and unification. Hand-eye-body performance, and form and space perceptions are studied. Types of cases requiring vision therapy are considered with emphasis on remediation of general binocular dysfunction.
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OPT 615L - Lab-Vision Therapy
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 615 .
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OPT 616 - Theory & Methods of Refraction
3 credit(s)
This course focuses on the distribution and changes of refractive status through life span; signs, symptoms, clinical significance of, and general management concepts for refractive anomalies; connections between visual functions and routine objective and subjective clinical measurement of refractive status, accommodation, and convergence. Epidemiology of relevant ocular and visual anomalies.
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OPT 616R - Remediation: Theory & Methods of Refraction
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 616 .
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OPT 617 - Optometric Case Analysis
4 credit(s)
This course explores basic data analysis of, prescribing for patients with non-strabismic accommodation and vergence dysfunctions, vertical imbalances and presbyopia including common clinical management considerations. Underlying assumptions and use of physiological optics and functional models of analysis; links between visual dysfunctions and symptoms; the role of formalized analysis systems within the broad framework of examination / diagnosis / treatment / prognosis; epidemiology of relevant ocular and visual anomalies.
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OPT 618 - Spherical Rigid & Soft Contact Lenses
2 credit(s)
This course covers the principles of rigid and soft contact lens optics, patient evaluation, lens selection, lens fitting, care systems, and basic follow-up for spherical contact lenses used to correct refractive errors.
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OPT 618L - Lab-Spherical Contact Lenses
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material for OPT 618 .
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OPT 620 - Patient Care III
0.5 credit(s)
This seminar course provides an orientation to advanced patient care settings within optometry coordinated with participation in screenings, patient care in the dispensary and observation and participation in clinical care in OPT 620L . Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 620L - Clinic-Patient Care III
This seminar course provides clinical experience that supplements lecture material from OPT 620 .
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OPT 621 - Patient Care IV
0.5 credit(s)
This seminar course provides an orientation to specific aspects of the clinical program coordinated with observation and participation in clinical care in OPT 621L, screening participation, patient care in the dispensary, and certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 621L - Clinic-Patient Care IV
Clinical experience designed to supplement lecture material from OPT 621 .
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OPT 630 - Biomed Ethics II
0.25 credit(s)
The second in a series of courses to help students recognize ethical/professionalism dilemmas, how to manage, and who to consult, if needed. The primary focus of the content will be on topics surrounding “professional ethics.” Dilemmas and issues involving professional standards, reporting and complicated ethical considerations associated with being a health care provider will be presented and discussed.
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OPT 631 - Ocular Diseases II
2 credit(s)
This course is a continuation of epidemiology, symptoms, signs, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases of the cornea, episclera, sclera, anterior uvea, ciliary body and crystalline lens. Introduction to posterior segment diseases with an emphasis on the retina.
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OPT 631L - Lab-Ocular Diseases II
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 631 . Laboratory includes techniques for the detection, assessment, and treatment of ocular diseases associated with these structures of the eye.
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OPT 633 - Ocular Diseases III
3 credit(s)
This course is a continuation of epidemiology, symptoms, signs, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases of, and trauma to, the choroid, retina, macula, vitreous, optic nerve and visual pathway, including glaucoma and visual field anomalies.
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OPT 633L - Lab-Ocular Diseases III
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 633 . Laboratory includes techniques for detection, assessment, and treatment of ocular diseases associated with, and trauma to, these structures of the eye.
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OPT 637 - Systemic Disease II
3 credit(s)
This course is the second semester of a two-semester course that covers the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management (including pharmaceutical) of the major disorders and diseases affecting the body.
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OPT 637R - Remediation: Systemic Diseases & Medications II
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 637 .
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OPT 638 - Systemic Diseases and Medications III
1 credit(s)
This course is designed to teach students how to perform those components of the physical exam that will help diagnose the underlying systemic causes of ocular disease. Students are taught and then expected to perform evaluations of the head, neck and throat; cardiovascular; pulmonary; and, neurologic systems in a guided lab. Hands-on instruction in providing intramuscular, intravenous and periocular injections is included as well as biopsy techniques and wound closure with sutures.
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OPT 638L - Lab-Systemic Diseases III
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 638 .
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OPT 640 - Essentials of Medical Pharmacology III
1 credit(s)
Third semester of a three part course. The objective of the course is to teach students essential concepts in medical pharmacology including ocular pharmacology. Systemic pharmacology is the emphasis of the third part of the course. The course will continue discussions on the medical pharmacological management of inflammatory disorders, endocrine disorders, renal disease, rheumatologic disorders, oncology, hematology, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disorders, neurologic disorders, pain management, psychiatric disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, infectious disorders, and dermatological disorders. Selected agents and classes of agents are studied in detail.
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OPT 645 - Refraction: Procedures III
3 credit(s)
Focus will be on skills necessary for clinical optometry including keratometry, human eye retinoscopy, refraction and the analytical examination to include exploration of various refractive anomalies and the connections between visual functions and the routine subjective and objective clinical measurements of refractive status, accommodation and vergences.
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OPT 645L - Lab-Refraction: Procedure III
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 645 .
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OPT 646 - Clinical Procedures III
2 credit(s)
Skills required for clinical optometry including keratometry, human eye retinoscopy, refraction and the analytical examination. Laboratory sessions supplement lecture materials through practice of procedures.
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OPT 646L - Lab-Clinical Procedures III
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 646 .
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OPT 647 - Ophthalmic Dispensing Proc
1 credit(s)
Introduction to Ophthalmic Dispensing. Design, ordering, verification, and dispensing of ophthalmic materials. Familiarization with lens identification, specification, edging, and measurements. Frame styling, measurement, alignment, adjustments to the face, and repair. Optical laboratory and ophthalmic dispensary function and procedures.
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OPT 647L - Lab-Ophthalmic Dispensing Proc
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 647 .
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OPT 649 - Clinical Procedures IV
2 credit(s)
The objective of the course is to teach the skills required in clinical optometry, including tonometry, gonioscopy, binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy, high plus, case history, out of phoropter exam, cycloplegic refraction, and supplemental testing. Laboratory sessions supplement lecture materials through practice of procedures.
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OPT 649L - Lab-Clinical Procedures IV
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 649 .
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OPT 656 - Independent Study
1-12 credit(s)
Customized independent study on topics related to Optometry. This must be coordinated with Academic Programs.
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OPT 662 - Visual Perception
3.5 credit(s)
This course covers the neurophysiology of normal and abnormal visual information processing, from retina to cortex. Includes dark and light adaptation, contrast and flicker sensitivity, motion and depth perception, and color vision. Perceptual consequences of proper function and dysfunction of the visual pathways, striate and extra-striate cortices during the human lifespan are discussed. Includes application through independent-study lab exercises and student presentations. Also listed as VSC 642 .
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OPT 662L - Lab-Visual Perception
.5 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 662 . Also listed as VSC 642L .
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OPT 662R - Remediation: Visual Perceptions
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 662 .
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OPT 668 - Optometry Practice Management II
1 credit(s)
This class instructs students on the specific aspects of business principles of optometric practice operation and management. Students learn and understand the principles of inventory management, optical dispensary layout and patient education in terms of optical needs. Marketing concepts and principles are covered in depth with respect to the various modes of internal, external, and patient education marketing. An integral part of the course is the development and creation of multiple marketing pieces, logo and letterhead for each student’s future practice. Students learn the specifics of medical and vision coding as it applies to optometric practice.
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OPT 701 - Ocular Motility
2 credit(s)
Provides in-depth examination of normal and abnormal eye movements, including fixations, vestibular, optokinetic, saccades, pursuits, and vergence. Diagnosis and treatment of infantile and acquired nystagmus, as well as the effects of medullary, pontine, midbrain, cerebral dysfunction on ocular motility. Includes nerve palsies, ophthalmoplegias, disorders of neuromuscular transmission and the extraocular muscles. Also listed as VSC 643 .
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OPT 702 - Nutritional Optometry
1 credit(s)
This course provides an in-depth examination of the role of clinical nutrition in ocular health and function of the visual system. Includes the role of diet in chronic inflammation, metabolism, and obesity, and interaction of nutrition with cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and retinal vascular disease. The role of fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and minerals, as well as complementary and alternative medicine, will be covered. Interaction through student presentations and online exercises.
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OPT 703 - Patient Care Seminar I
0.5 credit(s)
Lecture seminar bridges didactic material with the clinical experience, emphasizing problem solving methods in the delivery of patient care. Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 704 - Patient Care Seminar II
0.5 credit(s)
Lecture seminar bridges didactic material with the clinical experience, emphasizing problem solving methods in the delivery of patient care. Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 705 - Patient Care Seminar III
0.5 credit(s)
Lecture seminar bridges didactic material with the clinical experience, emphasizing problem solving methods in the delivery of patient care. Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 706 - Optometric Mgmt of Ocular Emergencies
1 credit(s)
What to do, how to do, who to call, when and where to refer, when you are on-call or alone at 4PM on Fridays and have a patient with sudden vision loss, sudden onset of diplopia, acute “painful” red eye, ocular trauma or foreign bodies? Differentiate true ocular emergencies from urgencies and manage such encounters calmly and proficiently. Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 707 - Pediatric Ocular Diseases & Disorders
1 credit(s)
This course covers the ocular and visual consequences of major classes of diseases in younger patients. Includes neurocutaneous, craniofacial, metabolic, connective tissue, infections and other disorders influenced by genetics. Other topics include juvenile glaucoma, leukocoria, pattern retinal, and pediatric optic nerve diseases. Interaction through student presentations and online exercises.
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OPT 708 - Interprofessional Care
2 credit(s)
This elective will prepare students for interprofessional care employing a truly blended course, that will combine participation in twice a month face-to-face class discussions, flexible online modules, and clinical interprofessional experience. Optometry students will attend Saturday Interprofessional Diabetes Clinics once per month to work collaboratively with clinical faculty and students from the College of Health Professions Physical and Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Dental Hygiene, Pharmacy, and Physician Assistant clinical faculty and students in the evaluation and management of patients with diabetes. Cases and principles of interprofessional care and practice will be presented and applied to actual patients, preparing students for contemporary and future trends in healthcare delivery. Pass/No Pass.
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OPT 709 - Essentials of Leadership Optometry
1 credit(s)
This course is designed to assist students in discovering what individual behaviors, attitudes, habits and skills are necessary to become effective optometric physician leaders. Time will be spent covering the differences between following, managing and leading while also discussing when, why, and how to change roles. The goal of strengthening personal, professional, and community leadership abilities will be achieved by gaining knowledge, developing confidence, and learning to use effective habits that may be applied immediately.
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OPT 710 - Biomed Ethics III
0.25 credit(s)
The third in a series of courses to help students to manage, and who to consult, if needed. During this phase the topics will be focused upon areas of “clinical ethics.” These areas will illustrate and discuss dilemmas that happen within patient care delivery.
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OPT 711 - Ocular Motility I
1.5 credit(s)
Provides in-depth examination of normal and abnormal eye movements, including fixations, vestibular, optokinetic, saccades, pursuits and vergence. Includes diagnosis and treatment of infantile and acquired nystagmus on acular motility.
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OPT 712 - Ocular Motility II
1.5 credit(s)
This course provides in-depth examination of normal and abnormal eye movements, including the effects of medullary, pontine, midbrain, cerebellar and cerebral dysfunction on ocular motility. Includes nerve palsies, ophthalmoplegias, disorders of neuromuscular transmission and the extraocular muscles, and clinical application through student presentations.
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OPT 714 - Pediatric & Developmental Optometry
2.5 credit(s)
Covers vision as part of the total development of
the human being; the interrelationship between
visual abilities and other modalities and
functions. Normal development of refractive,
perceptual, and visual function from birth to
adult. Students learn the age-appropriate tests
for evaluating the vision of children and will be
able to effectively prescribe lenses and
participate in evaluations and program therapy
appropriate for patients having visual-perceptual
problems.
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OPT 714L - Lab-Pediatric Developmental Optometry
1 credit(s)
Laboratory designed to supplement the lecture
material from OPT 714 .
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OPT 715 - Patient Care V
1.5 credit(s)
Supervised clinical practice including the examination, diagnosis, analysis, treatment, and management of selected patients in Pacific University affiliated clinics.
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OPT 716 - Specialty Contact Lenses
3 credit(s)
This course covers the principles of fitting rigid and soft contact lenses for the correction of astigmatism, presbyopia, and irregular corneal shapes.
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OPT 716L - Lab-Specialty Contact Lenses
.5 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 716 .
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OPT 718 - Advanced Optometric Case Analysis
2 credit(s)
Integration of various models of interpreting clinical data. Normal and abnormal visual performances including statistical interpretations of optometric data. Distance, nearpoint, and prism lens prescription procedures.
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OPT 722 - Patient Care VI
1.5 credit(s)
Supervised clinical practice including the examination, diagnosis, analysis, treatment, and management of selected patients in Pacific University affiliated clinics.
Prerequisite(s): OPT 715 .
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OPT 723 - Patient Care VII
1.5 credit(s)
Supervised clinical practice including the examination, diagnosis, analysis, treatment, and management of selected patients in Pacific University affiliated clinics.
Prerequisite(s): OPT 722 .
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OPT 725 - Strabismus and Amblyopia
3 credit(s)
This course covers the evaluation and treatment of amblyopia and strabismus. Emphasis will be on preparation to perform a sequential, planned examination and to develop a treatment strategy applicable in a primary care setting. Various forms of treatment such as refraction, occlusion, orthoptics and vision therapy, pharmacological and surgical approaches are discussed. The clinical outcomes of these procedures will be reviewed. Anomalous correspondence and other cases that may best be handled by a subspecialist will be discussed, but not as emphasized. Aspects of co-management including communication skills will be covered.
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OPT 725L - Lab-Strabismus and Amblyopia
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 725 .
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OPT 725R - Remediation: Strabismum & Amblyopia
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 725 .
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OPT 727 - Patients with Perceptual Problems
2 credit(s)
This course covers the observation and participation in evaluations and therapy appropriate for patients having visual-perceptual problems associated with learning difficulties, traumatic/acquired brain injury, and developmental abnormalities. Procedures for guiding and modifying visual performance, co-management strategies and communication skills. Development of treatment plans and consideration of community resources available to patients with perceptual problems.
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OPT 727L - Lab-Perceptual Problems
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 727 .
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OPT 728 - Low Vision
2 credit(s)
This course covers the complete optometric care for individuals with visual impairment. Both the theoretical information needed to fully understand low vision devices and related aids and services, and the clinical application of this knowledge, will be presented.
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OPT 730 - Biomed Ethics IV
0.25 credit(s)
The fourth in a series of courses to help students recognize ethical/professionalism dilemmas, how to manage, and who to consult, if needed. The topics in this phase are specific to the legal administrative rules and standard of care within the profession of optometry.
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OPT 733 - Ocular Diseases IV
2 credit(s)
This course covers advanced concepts in glaucoma, diabetes, neuro-ophthalmology and retinal disease including macular abnormalities, retinal detachment and vascular disease.
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OPT 733L - Lab-Ocular Diseases Patients
1 credit(s)
Hands-on laboratory that supplements lecture material from OPT 733 . Laboratory includes refinement of techniques for evaluation of the optic nerve and retina such as scleral indentation and three mirror fundus evaluations. In addition, methods of evaluation and documentation such as extended ophthalmoscopy, ocular photography and scanning lasers are included.
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OPT 734 - Ocular Manifest of Neurologic Disease
2 credit(s)
Diagnosis of important neurologic diseases that disrupt the visual system. This elective’s particular emphasis will be on increasing the clinician’s suspicion that a neurologic dysfunction underlies the ocular manifestation in order to efficiently initiate patient co-management. Common entities such as pupils, lids, headaches, and functional vision loss will be examined in great detail as well as ocular and behavioral manifestations of regional brain dysfunction and other conditions that provide clinical challenges.
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OPT 735 - Applied Ocular Theraputics
1 credit(s)
The use of medications in the treatment of ocular disease, including adnexal, anterior segment, and posterior segment disorders. Emphasis is placed on the clinical thinking process for determining the most appropriate management of a particular disease, emphasizing the therapeutic drug or drugs for effective treatment.
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OPT 735R - Remediation: Applied Ocular Theraputics
0 credit(s)
Remediation exam for OPT 735 .
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OPT 736 - Clinical Rounds
0.5 credit(s)
An interactive seminar course utilizing clinical cases presentations and a literature review to illustrate the evaluation and management of ocular disorders.
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OPT 737 - Advanced Pediatric Optometry
1 credit(s)
This course covers advanced topics in pediatric care with emphasis on optometric managemnt of special populations. Additional topics will be addressed through case presentations including evaluation and management of pediatric anterior and posterior segment diseases, vision-related learning problems, refractive, binocular and non-organic vision changes. Pediatric practice management tips will also be offered.
Prerequisite(s): OPT 714 .
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OPT 740 - Seminar in Contact Lenses
2 credit(s)
This elective course offers a detailed review of a wide range of modern innovations emerging in the contact lens industry. Advanced technologies including new multifocal lens designs, scleral lenses, custom soft contact lenses and advanced hybrid lens designs. Special emphasis on the use of orthokeratology lenses in the contemporary optometric practice.
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