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Orthoptic Fellowship ProgramsApproved Programs in the United States Of AmericaILLINOIS (IL)Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of ChicagoDivision of Ophthalmology IOWA (IA)University of Iowa Orthoptic Fellowship ProgramDepartment of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 Tara Bragg, CO Phone (319) 356-3863 Fax (319) 384-9831 Application (2020) Website
MARYLAND (MD)GBMC Orthoptic Fellowship Program6569 N. Charles St. PPW Suite 505 MASSACHUSETTS (MA)Boston Orthoptic Fellowship ProgramCollaboration: Boston Children's Hospital & Tufts Med Ctr.
Boston, MA Shelley Klein, CO 617-636-67-69 Sarah Mackinnon, CO 617-355-6845
MICHIGAN (MI)University of Michigan Orthoptic ProgramW.K. Kellogg Eye Center
1000 Wall Street Ann Arbor, MI 48105 Bruce A. Furr, CO,PhD (734) 764-7558 Fax (734) 763-7114 Application
Children’s Eye Care Orthoptic Program of MichiganStilson Medical Center/Children’s Hospital of MI
42700 Garfield Road, Suite 200 Clinton Township, MI. 48038 Judy Petrunak, CO, COT 586-532-3380 Fax 586-416-1608 Website
MINNESOTA (MN)University of Minnesota Orthoptic ProgramMinnesota Lions Children’s Eye Clinic701 25th Ave S. Ste 300 Minneapolis, MN 55454 Kimberly Merrill, CO 612-365-8365 Fax 612-365-8351 Website NEW YORK (NY)The Ross Eye Institute Orthoptic Program1176 Main St.Buffalo, NY 14209 Kyle Arnoldi, CO, COMT (716) 881-7914 Fax (716) 887-2991 Application Website
OREGON (OR)OHSU Orthoptic Program Casey Eye Institute
Department of Ophthalmology
3375 SW Terwilliger Blvd Portland, OR 97239-4197 Dusty Gronemyer, CO (503) 494-0972 Website
PENNSYLVANIA (PA)CHOP Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Orthoptic Fellowship Program3401 Civic Center BLVDSuite 9NW27
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215 590-4591
Salvatore Bellante, CO
TENNESSEE (TN)Hamilton Eye Institute Orhtoptic Program
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Orthoptic Program Tennessee Lions Eye Center2311 Pierce AveNashville, TN 37232 Ron Biernacki, CO, COMT 615-936-2250 Website
WISCONSIN (WI)Orthoptic Program - University of Wisconsin
Department Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences 2880 University Ave. Room 223 Dalhouse Univ., IWK Health Centre
5850 University Ave. PO BOX 9700 Halifax, NS Canada, B3K 6R8 Daren Oystreck, MMedSCi, OC(C), COMT (902) 470-8959 Fax (902) 470-7207 Website SASKATCHEWAN (SK)Saskatoon Health Region Orthoptic School and Clinic Eye Care Centre
701 Queen St.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7K 0M7 Jocelyn Zurevinsky OC(C) BA [email protected] (306) 655-8094 Website
About the ProgramThe study of orthoptics follows a logical sequence of courses vital to the understanding of the visual system. Course work is integrated with hands-on clinical approach. The primary aim of the Orthoptic Program is to prepare students to become efficient members of the vision health care team. For two intensive years of instruction, orthoptic students interact with medical students, ophthalmology residents, fellows and medical professionals in a clinic setting.
A thorough investigation of the structures of the human visual system with concentration on the anatomy of the eye and surrounding structures. A basic knowledge of human anatomy is recommended.
Neuro-Anatomy
A basic introduction to the central and peripheral nervous systems and to the parts of the brain which are essential to vision and eye movements.
Physiology
A thorough understanding of the normal functioning of organ systems and organs with emphasis on the eye.
Pharmacology
The study of diagnostic and therapeutic drugs used in ophthalmology. The properties and reactions of specific agents is studied as well as the proper clinical indications for the prescription of specific ophthalmic drugs.
Diagnostic Testing & Measurement
An introduction to the clinical techniques necessary for an orthoptist to perform a diagnostic examination. The application and interpretation of specific testing procedures is covered in-depth throughout the course of study.
Systemic Diseases & Ocular Motor Disorders
Visual symptoms are often the presenting sign of a serious systemic illness. The pathogenesis, signs and symptoms of various disease processes are discussed. A systematic overview of the visual disorders encountered by the orthoptist is provided.
Principles of Surgery
Introduces the student to the essentials of pre and postoperative patient care. Provides an overview of the indications for surgery and the types of surgery performed by an ophthalmologist to correct eye alignment and eye movement disorders.
Basic Ophthalmic Exam Techniques
Orthoptic programs provide instruction in the principles of ophthalmic technical procedures such as refractometry, visual field testing, and contact lens fitting which are useful adjuncts to the specialized skills of an orthoptist. Some programs offer clinical proficiency in these technical skills while others focus primarily on theoretical concepts.
Ophthalmic Optics
Examines basic principles from the genesis and propagation of light to the laws of applied optics relative to ophthalmic lenses and prisms. A basic knowledge of algebra and physics is recommended.
Orthoptic Treatment
An introduction to the various forms of non-surgical treatment encompassing theoretic principles and clinical application.
Additional subject areas may include:
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