What’s in My Eye?

Common Diseases and Disorders

Mary E. Schmidt, ABOC, CPO

Course Description:

Perhaps there is nothing more amazing than the structure and complexities of the human eye.  Your staff will gain a greater appreciation and understanding with this course.  In turn, they will be able to explain its function to patients in easy-to-understand language.  Emphasis is placed on the ability to communicate the disorders, conditions and diseases of the eye and work with patients on options for treatment.

 

Learning Objective: 

         After completion of this course the attendees will:

         Understand the parts of the eye and how they function

         Have the ability to clearly explain to patients which part of the eye is impacted those situations 

         Be more confident and professional

 

Needs Assessment:

Staff needing to clarify their knowledge, those who are new to the field.

Length of workshop: 1 hour

Audience: Paraoptometrics, Opticians

Approved CE: AOA, ABO, NCLE