Optometry, Medicine & Patient Management - OPTM4291
Faculty: Faculty of Science
School: School of Optometry and Vision Science
Course Outline: http://www.optom.unsw.edu.au
Campus: Sydney
Career: Undergraduate
Units of Credit: 3
EFTSL: 0.06250 (more info)
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
Enrolment Requirements:
Prerequisite: OPTM3231
Equivalent: MEDM8001
CSS Contribution Charge: 3 (more info)
Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule
Further Information: See Class Timetable
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Description
This course provides an overview of human disease in the context of epidemiological, pathophysiological, diagnostic therapeutic, mental health and public health domains. The role of optometry in relation to the various forms of clinical health practice available within the community is explored. Specific topics in eye health are covered with an emphasis on a multidisciplinary approach to managing patient eye care. This includes the understanding of the appropriate pathways available for patient diagnosis, referral and long-term care and management.
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