Ophthalmology Examinations Review, The (Third Edition)

A revised edition of Ophthalmology Examinations Review is needed to reflect recent discoveries in the understanding of common eye diseases and new treatments and diagnostic procedures. The book will provide a broad review for final-year ophthalmology residents and trainees taking specialist ophthalmology examinations, focusing on key facts and topics important from an examination perspective. It will help the resident organize and synthesize knowledge acquired from various sources, with a didactic style and format and exam tips to aid in answering different types of questions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 552 pages
Publication date: 24 July 2019
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd

Since the last Edition of Ophthalmology Examinations Review, there has been a significant breakthrough in our understanding of common eye diseases. This has led to the refinement or development of new treatments and diagnostic procedures. A revised Edition is therefore warranted at this time to reflect these changes.

The aim and scope of this book will remain consistent with the previous two editions. It will provide a comprehensive review for final-year ophthalmology residents and trainees preparing for specialist ophthalmology examinations. The book will focus primarily on key facts and topics that are essential from an examination perspective. Only information and facts that are considered relevant and critical to the exams will be covered, with topics that may be of scientific interest but are not commonly found in exam-specific formats being excluded.

This book will serve as a valuable tool for residents to organize and synthesize knowledge acquired from various other sources or textbooks. While it is not intended to replace standard textbooks, it contains enough information to serve as the primary revision text closer to the exams. The style and format of this book are intentionally didactic, featuring questions and short answers. Each answer includes a model opening statement, followed by a classification system to aid in organizing facts. The bulk of the answer is presented in concise, short notes. Exam Tips are inserted to provide insights into how to answer different types of questions, and when appropriate, a Clinical Approach section is also included.

In the new edition, topics such as new understanding of disease mechanisms, new investigations (e.g., OCT), and new procedures and treatments (e.g., use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factors, new refractive surgical techniques, new corneal transplant) will be covered.

We believe that this revised Edition of Ophthalmology Examinations Review will be an invaluable resource for residents and trainees preparing for their ophthalmology examinations. It will help them consolidate their knowledge and improve their understanding of the field, enabling them to excel in their exams and pursue successful careers in ophthalmology.

Weight: 1370g
Dimension: 200 x 268 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789813220997
Edition number: 3 Revised edition