Introduction to Ophthalmology

ByDr. ABDULMAJID ALSHEHAH

Ophthalmology consultantAnterior Segment and Uveitis consultant

Contents

• Definition of ophthalmology• Who's who in eye care• The eye• How can we see?• ophthalmic terminology• what is 20/20 (6/6) vision ?• Test your knowledge• References.

Definition of ophthalmology

The word ophthalmology comes from the Greek roots ὀφθαλμός, ophthalmos, i.e. eye and -λoγία, -logia, i.e. "study of, discourse". ophthalmology literally means "the science of eyes".

Who's who in eye care

• Ophthalmologist• Is a physician specializing in

medical and surgical care of the eye.

• Ophthalmologists are trained to provide the full spectrum of eye care, from prescribing glasses and contact lenses to performing complex and delicate eye surgery.

Who's who in eye care

• OptometristA health care provider

who prescribe glasses and other optical devices

Who's who in eye care

• Optician A professional who makes

and fits eye glasses and other optical devices prescribed by an ophthalmologist or optometrist.

The eye

How come we can see a large world with our small eyes ?

• Why do cameras need lenses?

Ophthalmic Terminology

• OrientationMedial = NasalLateral = Temporal

Ophthalmic Terminology

Ophthalmic Terminology

Ophthalmic Terminology

What is 20/20 (6/6) vision?

Test your knowledge

• Reading in dim light• Holding books too close to the eye.• Sitting too close to TV.• Wearing other people glasses.• Resting Weak eyes.• Children with crossed eyes.• Using reading glasses in old age.

References • Basic Ophthalmology (9th

edition)• by the American academy of

ophthalmology • ISBN-13: 978-1615251230

• Lecture Notes: Ophthalmology (11th edition)

• ISBN-13: 978-1444335583

Questions