Ophthalmology

LOCATION: Charleston Area Medical Center, Charleston, West Virginia
PRECEPTORS: WVU Clinical Faculty
DURATION: 2 or 4 weeks
OFFERED: Continuously
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: Varies
STATUS: Elective.

Objectives

An experience in Ophthalmology will be offered to a maximum of two students per rotation. During the fourth year elective, students will have an opportunity to learn clinical skills, including visual acuity testing, external examination of the eye, tonometry, testing for strabismus, testing of eye movements, and ophthalmoscopy. Emphasis will be placed on teaching clinical skills in ophthalmology needed for the individual who is to enter a primary care field.

Methods to Achieve Objectives

A variety of patients with important eye conditions will be available for examination. Students will be expected to acquire and polish clinical skills in examination of most eye disorders, and in management of a number of common conditions such as conjunctivitis, eye injuries, and in the detection of ambloyopia and important fundus conditions, including hypertensive and diabetic retinopathy.

Examination Procedures and Evaluation Criteria

Available in the department.

Pre-Rotation Instructions

WVU Students -The 4^th year Coordinator will assign preceptor and email the student one week prior.

Visiting students must have an Orientation before they begin a rotation. They will receive instructions/videos one week prior to start date.

• 4^th year Coordinator – Charissa Davis – cddavis@hsc.wvu.edu