SUR - 757 Principles of Ophthalmology

The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the surgical specialty of ophthalmology. They will learn basic ophthalmic terminology, history and examination principles, attend daily rounds and other didactic sessions and observe surgery. It is intended that the students will not only learn techniques of examination which will be useful in their own medical practices, but will also understand the capabilities and limitations of the ophthalmologist in order to make better use of ophthalmic consultations. This clerkship may also be taken as a four-week clerkship if prior approval is received from Jack A. Cohen, M.D., the associate chairperson for Education in the Department of Ophthalmology (Jack_A_Cohen@rush.edu). During the second two-week period, the student will gain experience in performing history and physical examinations and will work up patients to present to resident and attending physicians. The student will learn to perform more sophisticated techniques of examination, including slit lamp funduscopic examination and indirect ophthalmoscopy. In general, the student will gain hands-on experience in ophthalmic examination, diagnosis and theory. Elective Retake Counts for Credit: Yes. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: Yes. Credit(s): 2-4