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Who is the ophthalmologist?
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designated leader of the eye care team; medical eye doctor. Prescribes medication, performs surgery, diagnose and treat ocular disease. Medical practitioner.
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Difference between diagnostic eye examination and exam for refractive purposes?
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diagnostic - practice of medicine - systemic health knowledge
ref - no medical expertise necessary - measurements |
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Currently, there is a (shortage/excess) of ophthalmologists practicing in Canada.
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shortage
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COS recommends an ophthalmologist to population ratio of?
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1 : 28 000
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Crisis in Vision Care refers to?
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- shortage of ophthalmologists
- aging population - increased cataract and glaucoma - mean age of practicing ophthalmologist 55 yrs - only 2 ophthalmology residents graduate from every institution every year |
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Who is the orthoptist?
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- diagnoses disorders relating to binocular vision and ocular motility
- no surgical treatment - no pharmacological treatment - pre and post operative assessment - vision screening - teaches other ophthalmic personnel - research |
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Where is there currently the largest number of orthoptists in the world?
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Japan ~ 5000
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orthoptists are (certified/licensed)
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certified
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Who is optometrist?
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health care professional who assesses the eye and provides primary care; refer patients who need further diagnostic and therapeutic treatment; do not treat pathologically
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Who are ophthalmic assistants, technicians and technologists?
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- assist ophthalmologist with technical procedures
- basic tests - history - acuity - visual fields - IOPs - no diagnosis or treatment |
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JCAHPO stands for?
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Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
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who does JCAHPO certify?
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technician/technologist
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who is optician?
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- supplies prepares and dispenses optical appliances by perscription
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who is the ophthalmic nurse?
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- work in an office, clinic, and OR
- nursing background |
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who is an ocularist?
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fits and manufactures artificial eyes
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What professional body do orthoptist belong to?
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Canadian Orthoptic Society
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why belong to professional body
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- keep certification active
- voice in policies affecting ur prof - promote ur profession - meet other like minded people - access to career opportunities |
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what does JCAHPO do?
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- continuing education
- standards of conduct - forum of collaboration - accreditation |
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COC responsible for
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certify orthoptists
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What are COC requirements for continuing education?
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30 hours per 3 yrs
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JCAHPO requirements for continuing ed?
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36 hrs per 3 yrs - 18 in Group A
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OC(C) =
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Canadian Certified Orthoptist
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COMT =
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Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist
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