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Melissa L. Rice; Karen Harpster; Jillian Bulman; Veeral Shah; Terry L. Schwartz – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2024
Introduction: Cerebral visual impairment (CVI) is the most common cause of visual impairment in developed nations. The purpose of this study was to understand the entry-level education and training received by optometrists and ophthalmologists, as well as current practice patterns. Methods: Online surveys were distributed to optometry and…
Descriptors: Visual Impairments, Brain Hemisphere Functions, Ophthalmology, Allied Health Personnel
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Bell, Alison; Bonafede, Lucas; Lorch, Arlene; Snitzer, Melanie; Edmonds, Scott A.; Levin, Alex V. – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2023
Introduction: There is an increasing need for occupational therapists with the skills to provide low vision services, however, there is a lack of standardized training of low vision occupational therapy services. The purpose of this study is to design and evaluate a course for occupational therapy students to improve their skills and knowledge…
Descriptors: Allied Health Personnel, Occupational Therapy, Allied Health Occupations Education, College Students
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Stastny, Sherri N.; Garden-Robinson, Julie – Journal of Extension, 2013
This article describes a program for prevention of diabetic retinopathy (DR) that was designed for Extension in collaboration with optometrists. The program was created to increase knowledge and awareness about risk factors for DR and included a game and take-home materials. Participants were asked to play a game similar to Wheel of Fortune. A…
Descriptors: Diseases, Diabetes, Ophthalmology, Prevention