Introduction to Pediatric Ophthalmology
OP 503M.7
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Description
This is an introductory course, requiring no prior experience in ophthalmology.
How is it possible to determine how well a baby can see, or whether a young child needs glasses or surgery? What do you do if a toddler refuses to participate in an eye exam? How do you evaluate a child who might be blind, and at the same time provide support for the concerned parent? How do you surgically align an eye or take a cataract out of a baby's eye? The student will observe how experienced pediatric ophthalmologists deal with these concerns and solve these problems.
Our department conducts over 50,000 patient visits every year, and the diversity of pathology presenting each year is unmatched anywhere in the world. We offer a weekly conference that includes critical reviews of manuscripts and a bi-weekly chart review led by Dr. Hunter. There are occasional special lectures and journal clubs throughout the year. Most students gain hands-on opportunities to assist in the operating room. During the rotation the student will identify a case of interest and present that case during departmental rounds.
The student will be primarily supervised by David G. Hunter, MD, PhD (Ophthalmologist-in-Chief) or Linda R. Dagi (Associate Chief of Ophthalmology) and observe the clinical and surgical practice of many of the attending pediatric ophthalmologists at Boston Children's Hospital.
By the end of the rotation, the student should have a solid understanding of basic conditions affecting the eyes of children, of the ocular consequences of systemic diseases, and of how a primary care doctor or comprehensive ophthalmologist can suspect and detect these conditions when present.
Not Available for Cross Registration
Open to Domestic Visiting Students
Open to International Visiting Students
