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In vitro assessment of the biocompatibility of chemically treated silicone materials with human lens epithelial cells

Scientific Reports, 2022
Cytotoxicity testing is a regulatory requirement for safety testing of new ocular implants. In vitro toxicity tests determine whether toxic chemicals are present on a material surface or leach out of the material matrix.
Elizabeth C. Y. Kao, Junghee Seo, David J. McCanna, Lakshman N. Subbaraman, Lyndon W. Jones   +4 more
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Ugandan optometry students’ experiences of their clinical training: a qualitative study

BMC Research Notes
Background There is a gradual increase in the number of optometry education programs in Africa yet there is limited knowledge on optometry students’ experiences of their clinical training. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore the optometry
Boaz Mucunguzi, Walker Guti, Moreen Tumwine, Aloysius G. Mubuuke, Ian Munabi, Arild Raaheim, Sarah Kiguli   +6 more
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The perspective of optometry students of the Phelophepa train regarding its role in developing experiential skills

African Vision and Eye Health, 2009
Purpose: The optometry degree programme in South Africa currently includes a combination of both theoretical and clinical modules.  The optometric skills required by graduates are often achieved by students’ involvement in clinical training at both in ...
R. Hansraj
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Severity of Visual Field Loss at First Presentation to Glaucoma Clinics in England and Tanzania [PDF]

, 2019
Purpose: To compare severity of visual field (VF) loss at first presentation in glaucoma clinics in England and Tanzania. Methods: Large archives of VF records from automated perimetry were used to retrospectively examine vision loss at first ...
Adegbehingbe BO, Buhrmann RR, Dandona R, David P. Crabb, Ellong A, Fraser S, Heiko Philippin, Matthew J. Burton, Pete R. Jones, William U. Makupa   +9 more
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Fostering holistic eye care for children with special educational needs: an interprofessional education program bridging optometry and education

BMC Medical Education
Purpose This study outlines the initiation of an interprofessional education (IPE) program designed for optometry and education students. The program aimed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and improve the management of eye health in children ...
Kin Wan, Kin Hei Lau, Ho Yin Wong, Wing Yan Yu, Allen Ming Yan Cheong, Eva Yin-Han Chung, Chun Wai Lum, Kuen Fung Sin, Tsz-Wing Leung   +8 more
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Student experiences and perceptions of peer assessment in undergraduate optometry training in South Africa

African Vision and Eye Health
Background: Peer assessments have historically been utilised within the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s optometry training programme, yet little is known about the effectiveness of this approach as a teaching and learning strategy.
Diane van Staden, Lulama Dlamini, Nomvula Mathe, Jevon Moodley, Sthandiwe Nguse, Mzokhona Shozi, Sibusile Zikhali, Shadette Gopaul   +7 more
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Supervisor experiences of extended clinical placements in optometry: a mixed methods study

BMC Medical Education, 2022
Background In Australia, optometry students have traditionally undertaken their clinical training in short-block rotations at University-led teaching clinics in metropolitan locations.
Jacqueline M Kirkman, Sharon A Bentley, Ryan J Wood-Bradley, Craig A Woods, James A Armitage   +4 more
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Burton Optical Company (Cases A & B) [PDF]

, 1950
Thesis (M.B.A.)--Boston ...
Huntoon, Vincent Joseph
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Optometry student clinical practice at public health facilities: A systematic review

Health SA Gesondheid: Journal of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
Background: Clinical training, supervision and practice are the most important aspects of health profession education, including optometry. Institutions implore various methods for students to gain access, exposure and experience in different clinical ...
Raserogole F. Segooa, Vanessa R. Moodley
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Focusing on the Place Model for Optometrists

Education Sciences, 2019
Background: The Place Model was developed in order to conceptualize the various roles and career pathways of the teaching profession. It can be used to evaluate long-term professional career trajectories and to encourage the student-teacher to visualize ...
Julie F McClelland, Karen Breslin
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