OPH 123 - *Introduction to Ophthalmic Diseases

Basic characteristics of common ocular disorders will be presented in this course. Included in the course are: the anterior segment, ocular adnexa, posterior segment diseases and conditions most common to the ophthalmology practice. A review of systemic diseases relating to ocular conditions will be presented as well as common diagnostic and therapeutic treatments. Triage for ocular emergencies will be presented in detail.

Semester Availability: FALL ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change. See your advisor.

Corequisites: OPH 120C , OPH 121 , OPH 127 , OPH 151

Contact Hours: 15 lecture hours per semester
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs
This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

Credits: (1)

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