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Self-esteem, optimism and their associated factors among Optometry students at the University of Lahore

Journal of University Medical & Dental College, 2022
BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE: Self-esteem and optimism are important for students’ success. Our objectives were (a) to determine self-esteem and life-orientation (optimism) levels among Optometry students in the Department of Optometry & Vision Sciences at ...
Mudassar Ali Roomi, Ansa Farooq, Ahmad Bilal , Shagufta Khaliq , Hafsa Iqbal , Muhammad Imran Ashraf   +5 more
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Assessment of knowledge, attitude, and practice of glaucoma among different cadres of optometrists

Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2022
Purpose: To assess the level of knowledge, attitude, and clinical practice of glaucoma among optometry students and optometry practitioners with different years of clinical experience and academic background.
Sowmya Saravanan, Kalpa Negiloni, Rashima Asokan   +2 more
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Bedside teaching in optometry: A millennial view on an ancient teaching and learning method

African Vision and Eye Health, 2023
Background: Bedside teaching is a key component of a positive learning environment where non-technical skills and professional attributes can be taught.
Elzana Kempen, Mathys J. Labuschagne, Mpho P. Jama   +2 more
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Impact of COVID-19 on Indian optometrists: A student, educator, and practitioner's perspective

Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2021
Purpose: The optometry profession has experienced massive changes amid lockdown in COVID 19 pandemic. This study gauges the impact of COVID-19 on optometry education and practices in India. Methods: The impact of COVID-19 among key stakeholders of Indian
Shivalika Sehgal, Lakshmi Shinde, Gopinath Madheswaran, Paula Mukherjee, Pavan Verkicharla, Soumya Easwaran, Kalika Bandamwar   +6 more
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The perceived value and impact of virtual simulation-based education on students’ learning: a mixed methods study

BMC Medical Education, 2022
Background Virtual simulations are used throughout healthcare training programs to enable development of clinical skills, however the potential for virtual simulation to enhance cognitive and affective skills is less well understood.
Amanda K. Edgar, Susie Macfarlane, Elissa J. Kiddell, James A. Armitage, Ryan J. Wood-Bradley   +4 more
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The effect of pinholes of different sizes on visual acuity under different refracting states and ambient lighting conditions*

African Vision and Eye Health, 2009
Purpose: The purpose of this pilot study was to investigate the effect of different size pinholes on visual acuity (VA) at near (0.4 m) while various factors were altered. The alterations made involved accommodation and illumination.
N. Abdul, N. Meyer, M. van Bosch, A. van Zyl, M. Viljoen, A. S. Carlson   +5 more
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A cohort study for the development and validation of a reflective inventory to quantify diagnostic reasoning skills in optometry practice

BMC Medical Education, 2022
Background Diagnostic reasoning is an essential skill for optometry practice and a vital part of the curriculum for optometry trainees but there is limited understanding of how diagnostic reasoning is performed in optometry or how this skill is best ...
Amanda K. Edgar, Lucinda Ainge, Simon Backhouse, James A. Armitage   +3 more
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Experiences and perceptions of undergraduate optometry students towards public eye care services in South Africa

African Vision and Eye Health, 2023
Background: Public eye care services in South Africa are relatively underdeveloped. This is, in part, due to optometry services historically being private sector-focussed, as well as a lack of ophthalmologists in the country.
Noxolo L. Zulu, Diane van Staden
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Kolb’s learning styles of optometry students at the University of the Free State, South Africa

African Vision and Eye Health, 2019
Background: The use of learning styles to guide an educational method is becoming increasingly important, with it contributing to the effectiveness of a learning environment.
Elzana Kempen, Sonet B. Kruger
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The Limited Level of Digital Skills and Competencies of Optometry Students

Journal of Information Technology Education: Research, 2022
Aim/Purpose: Digital health is increasingly being utilized in clinical practice given its ease of accessibility, but it lacks emphasis from universities and accreditation bodies. This study attempted to better understand the digital capabilities of optometry students.
Kim Phuong Nguyen, Ayd'n Ken Luke, Yutong Cheng, Aditya John, Kwang Meng Cham   +4 more
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