What are the Best Ophthalmology Books for Medical Students?
TEXTBOOKS
- Comprehensive Ophthalmology
- Author: K. Khurana
- Description: The new edition of this comprehensive textbook is a complete guide to the diagnosis and management of ocular disorders.
The text has been reorganised into six key sections – Anatomy and Physiology, Optics and Refraction, Diseases of the Eye and Ocular Adnexa, Ocular Therapeutics, Systemic and Community Ophthalmology, and Practical Ophthalmology.
The seventh edition has been fully revised with many new topics added to cover the latest advances in the field.
Nearly 1000 clinical photographs, diagrams and tables further enhance the text.
The accompanying free book ‘Review of Ophthalmology’ provides multiple choice questions (MCQs) commonly encountered in examinations, to assist revision.
Key points
- Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of ocular disorders
- Fully revised seventh edition, with new topics included
- Accompanying free book provides MCQs to assist revision
- Previous edition (9789351526575) published in 2015
- Publisher:Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Private Limited
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o Review of Ophthalmology
- Author: Ruchi Rai
- Description: Review of Ophthalmology Ruchi Rai, MBBS, MS, DNB (Ophthalmology), MNAMS has a vast experience of teaching for PG entrance exams and is a renowned faculty of DAMS [Delhi Academy Of Medical Sciences]. SALIENT FEATURES o Since more and more questions are being asked on clinical sildes, I have updated the slides based on the recent trends. o NEET DRILL, consists of all important one liners, very helpful to answer the questions based on the NEET pattern. o Book is in the form of various chapters arranged topic-wise along with questions and answers with explanations. o The notes are crisp and concise, hence manageable in the short time available to the students. o It is the only book in ophthalmology containing both the notes and the questions specifically aimed for the entrance examinations. o The information has been counter-checked from various standard textbooks of ophthalmology like Kanski and Yanoff. o The notes include all the recent advances in ophthalmology. o All the latest questions from the recent examinations have been included in the book. o The book also contains pneumonics, diagrams and flowcharts.
- Publisher:Peepee Publishers
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o Basic Ophthalmology
· Author: Renu Jogi
- Description: The fifth edition of this book has been fully revised to present undergraduate medical students with the latest information in the field of ophthalmology.
Beginning with an overview of embryology and anatomy, the next chapters explain the physiology and neurology of vision and examination of the eye.
Each of the following sections provides in depth detail on each section of the eye, and the step by step diagnosis and management of associated disorders and diseases.
The final chapters discuss general therapeutics, causes and prevention of blindness, and ophthalmic instruments.
The comprehensive text is highly illustrated with more than 700 clinical photographs and diagrams.
Key Points
- Fully revised, new edition presenting students with latest information in ophthalmology
- Covers all sections of the eye and associated disorders and diseases
- Highly illustrated with more than 700 images and diagrams
- Previous edition (9788184484519) published in 2008
- Publisher:Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Private Limited
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o Essentials of Ophthalmology
- Author: Samar K basak
- Description: Thoroughly revised and updated text.
An ideal book for the medical students, residents, optometrists, practising ophthalmologists or health professionals who require a quick reference for comprehensive ophthalmology.
Used international standard us guidelines.
Bulleted and easy-to-read format.
More than 700 high-quality photographs and more than 200 line diagrams have been used.
Latest medical and surgical management of some diseases and updates on newer investigations are provided.
Important points have been highlighted in boxes for last minute revision.
Changes have been done as suggested by the students and teachers. - Publisher:Current Books International
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o Modern Ophthalmology
- Author: C. Dutta
- Publisher:JPB
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o Kanski’s Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach
- Author: Brad Bowling
- Description: Kanskis Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach is the classic specialty text providing the perfect ophthalmology foundation for trainees through to experienced practitioners. The famous visually dynamic and succinct format enables easy comprehension and focused guidance in the diagnosis and management of ophthalmic disorders.
- Build the ultimate foundation in ophthalmologywith this market-leading resource.
- Benefit from guidance on examination, imaging, and the recognition of systemic conditionsassociated with ocular disease.
- Completely revised by award-winning ophthalmic educator Brad Bowling, the eighth edition reflects the latest advances, making this an indispensable resource to enhance learning, aid exam preparation and guide clinical practice.
- Designed for rapid reference and efficient recall, the concise but comprehensive chapters use crisp targeted text, bulleted lists, tables and visual aids to highlight salient pointsacross all ophthalmology subspecialties.
- Features detailed updates on key evolving topicssuch as the spectrum of macular disease, with many new disorders added to this edition across a range of subspecialties.
- Increased emphasis on practical investigation and management.
- Includes 2,600 illustrations, images and artworks, with over 900 brand newfor this edition, including ultra wide-field imaging, fundus autofluorescence, and high-resolution OCT.
- Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. Thisenhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and tables from the book on a variety of devices.
Kanski & Bowling deliver everything you need to know about ophthalmology today in a multimedia format that ensures efficient, effective recall.
- Publisher:Saunders Ltd.
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o Ophthalmology Secrets
- Author: Janice Gault, James F. Vander
- Description: A question-and-answer format, bulleted lists, mnemonics, and practical tips from the authors expedite reference and review.
- Two-color page layout, “Key Points” boxes, and lists of useful websites enhance your reference power.
- Top 100 Secretssection combines the top 100, high-yield facts into one chapter, providing a concise overview of the latest issues in ophthalmology.
- High-yield contentis ideal for exam preparation.
- Key clinical images are presented in full-color.
- Portable sizeis designed to fit perfectly into a lab coat pocket.
- Publisher:Elsevier
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o Vaughan & Asbury’s General Ophthalmology
- Author: Paul Riordan-Eva, Emmett Cunningham
- Description: An excellent selection for …medical students, nurses, allied health personnel, physicians in other medical fields, optometrists, ophthalmology residents, and ophthalmologists in practice’ – Doody Reviews (three stars). ‘A comprehensive book in ophthalmology …excellent as a reference’ – Online reader review of the fifteenth Edition. “Vaughan & Asbury’s General Ophthalmology” is the world’s most popular ophthalmology text – and has been for decades. This completely updated sixteenth edition reflects the latest in diagnosis and treatment of all major diseases and disorders of the eye in adults and children. Written and edited by international experts, “Vaughan & Asbury’s General Ophthalmology” provides authoritative guidance in an accessible and affordable format that is perfect for general and family care physicians, ophthalmologists and optometrists, students and residents, and anyone needing a comprehensive, clinically focused, and easy-to-use reference on medical care of the eye. This book features: the latest on lasers in ophthalmology; a completely rewritten chapter on the vitreous, featuring striking new illustrations; new illustrations of ocular trauma; an up-to-date chapter on ophthalmic therapeutics, including details of preparation, dosage, onset and duration of action, and toxicity of 70 commonly used drugs; separate chapter on ocular disorders associated with systemic disease; concise reviews of anatomy and embryology, and the ophthalmologic examination; appendices on ‘Visual Standards’, ‘Practical Factors in Illumination’, and ‘Resources for Special Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired’; and, a glossary of terms relating to the eye. This book is superbly illustrated with over 350 drawings and clinical photographs. It features updated references and websites.
- Publisher:McGraw-Hill Education / Medical
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o The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Illustrated Manual of Ophthalmology
- Author: Peter K. Kaiser , Neil J. Friedman , Roberto Pineda II II
- Description: With high quality color images combined with up to date treatment guidelines and a proven template, the third edition of The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Illustrated Manual of Ophthalmology is a vital companion for every ophthalmic trainee, primary care practitioner and emergency trauma unit.
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- Publisher: Saunders
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o Ophthalmology
- Author: Gerhard K. Lang
- Description: The didactic concept of this book, grounded on years of teaching experience, considers all aspects of training:
– it allows easy studying through clear yet comprehensive coverage,
– easy memorizing by a well-structured presentation, and
– easy application through a clear distinction between symptoms and diagnosis, tabular presentation of major symptoms, and extensive indexing.
A role model for a pocket textbook designed for the study of the field of ophthalmology, extensively illustrated with high-quality color photographs and clear explanatory drawings.
- Publisher:Thieme
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o Case Reviews in Ophthalmology
- Author: Neil J. Friedman , Peter K. Kaiser
- Description: The case study format used in Case Reviews in Ophthalmology, 2nd Editionhas been proven to be a highly effective way to incorporate medical knowledge with clinical judgment – resulting in the best possible results on practical exams. More than 140 relevant cases cover every aspect of the field: optics/refraction; neuro-ophthalmology/orbit; pediatrics/strabismus; external disease/adnexa; anterior segment; and posterior segment. Large photos highlight each case, enhancing your knowledge and reinforcing key aspects of diagnosis.
- Covers the most important and relevant aspects of each topic in aconcise, bulleted format for easy recall and effective exam preparation.
- Highlights the text with hundreds of clinical and histological images, OCT and other current imaging methods, anatomic details, common ophthalmic test findings, and more.
- Presents the findings of key clinical studieswith which you are expected to be familiar.
- Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase.This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, videos, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
- Expanded to include 30 all-new casesbringing the total to more than 140 illustrated scenarios.
- Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase.This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, Q&As, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
- Publisher:Saunders
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o Walsh & Hoyt’s Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology: The Essentials
- Author: Neil R. Miller , Prem Subramanian PhD , Vivek Patel
- Description: Offering authoritative, concise coverage of today&;s neuro-ophthalmology, Walsh & Hoyt’s Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology: The Essentialsdistills the most vital information from the esteemed three-volume parent text, Walsh & Hoyt&;s Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology, into a convenient, single-volume resource. A practical and intuitive organization provides quick access to the essential information you need to effectively evaluate and manage the majority of neuro-ophthalmic conditions. Written by leaders in the field, this must-have fourth edition is a comprehensive, succinct, and clinically relevant reference for your everyday practice. 
- Covers the full range of neuro-ophthalmological disorders with sections on the afferent visual system, the pupil, the efferent (oculomotor) system, the eyelid, and non-organic disorders.
- Splits coverage of the clinical exam and ancillary testing into two discrete sections&;per reader requests.
- Includes new coverage of thyroid disease, and trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias, a new chapter on neuroimaging, and new information on types of optic neuritis (such as MOG- and NMO-related), papilledema (such as occurs in association with venous sinus stenosis), and other neuro-ophthalmic disorders.
- Offers a highly visual presentation that includes clear diagrams, tables, and color images, including clinical correlations with OCT, high-resolution CT/MRI, and multifocal ERG.
- Provides access to videos of complex eye movement and pupillary disorders online, many new to this edition.
- Publisher:LWW
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o Neuro-Ophthalmology Illustrated
- Author: Valerie Biousse, Nancy J. Newman
- Description: A highly praised, well written, and richly illustrated modern classic in neuro-ophthalmology now in an exciting new edition with video clips!
Neuro-ophthalmology is an “overlap” specialty, encompassing all disorders that affect the parts of the central nervous system related to vision. Neuro-Ophthalmology Illustrated, Third Edition by world-renowned neuro-ophthalmologists and professors Valérie Biousse and Nancy J. Newman expands on the widely acclaimed prior editions, lauded with awards by the Association of American Publishers and the British Medical Association. The updated text reflects diagnostic advances such as optical coherence tomography and features new high-quality images and videos.
The text starts with neuro-ophthalmic and funduscopic examinations, visual fields, commonly used ancillary testing methods, and an overview of visual loss. Subsequent chapters detail a wide array of conditions including retinal vascular diseases, optic neuropathies, disc edema, disorders of higher cortical function, abnormal visual perceptions, diplopia, orbital syndromes, cavernous sinus and orbital vascular disorders, nystagmus/other ocular oscillations, and disorders of the eyelid. Final chapters are dedicated to nonorganic neuro-ophthalmic symptoms and signs, diagnosis of headache and facial pain, neurologic and systemic disorders that commonly have neuro-ophthalmologic manifestations, and an approach to management of the visually impaired patient.
Key Highlights
- Concise text coupled with more than 600 high-quality images enhances understanding of complex concepts
- Easily accessible within pertinent sections, 69 video clipscover a wide spectrum of topics such as examination techniques, normal eye movements, eye movement disorders, and pupil findings
- Clinical pearls, flow charts, boxes, tables, and a highly detailed index at the end of the text improve retention and assimilation of knowledge
This book is essential reading for students, ophthalmology, neurology, and neurosurgery residents, as well as seasoned clinicians in these specialties. At once authoritative and easy to read, this resource provides readers with all the tools they need to diagnose and manage neuro-ophthalmologic disord
- Publisher:Thieme
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o Ophthalmology Board Review
- Author: Richard Tamesis
- Description: Maximize your exam preparation time with this quick-hit question and answer review. The unique question and single-answer format eliminates the guesswork associated with traditional multiple-choice Q&A reviews and reinforces only the correct answers you’ll need to know on exam day. Emphasis is placed on distilling key facts and clinical pearls essential for exam success. Great for certification and re-certification, this high-yield review for the boards is the perfect compliment to larger texts for intense, streamlined review in the days and weeks before your exam.
- Publisher:McGraw-Hill Education / Medical
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o Clinical Ophthalmology
- Author: G. Weber
- Description: Filled with detailed work-ups, treatments, pearls, illustrations, differential diagnosis, references….Everything you ever needed to know about ophthalmological disorders in an easy to read and navigate format created specifically for the handheld device. Edited by multiple specialists. The perfect text for internists, family physicians, urgent care, residents, students and mid-level providers.Sample of Topics Covered: diagrams, full exam tips, detailed work-up, tx’s and differentials of a multitude of conditions including dry eyes, vision loss, pupillary abnormalities, glaucoma, nystagmus, diplopia, red eyes, infections, medications, cataracts, vision correction surgery, abbreviations, fundoscopic findings, eyelid lesions, trauma, occular side effects of drugs.
Features: Detailed work-ups, treatments, Ddx, pearls, illustrations, references…Everything you ever needed to know about ophthalmology as a primary care physician, resident or medical student in an easy to read and navigate format.
No other text on the market provides such a collection of succinct and clinically relevant material that can be accessed at the bedside.
- Publisher:Pacific Primary Care Software PC
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o Atlas of Clinical Ophthalmology
- Author: David J. Spalton,Roger A. Hitchings, Paul Hunter
- Description: The Atlas of Clinical Ophthalmology” combines the highest-quality colour photographs, clinical descriptions and explanatory line drawings to provide an outstanding and accessible visual reference of ocular disease and its clinical signs. The book systematically covers examination, investigation and diagnosis of all the common and many of the rarer ophthalmic disorders. Illustrations of the embryology, histology, pathology and systemic diseases are included as appropriate to elucidate the clinical information. The new edition has been exhaustively updated throughout, with over 1000 new illustrations, many chapters written by new contributors and new, up-to-the-minute information on refractive surgery and LASIK.
- Publisher:Mosby
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o The Wills Eye Manual
- Author: Charles Calvo , Alia Durrani , Nika Bagheri , Brynn Wajda
- Description: For more than 25 years, The Wills Eye Manualhas been a best-selling source of authoritative guidance on treating ocular disorders in an office, emergency room, or hospital setting. The 7th Edition introduces exciting new changes to bring this pocket-sized reference thoroughly up to date – including extensive multimedia content – while retaining the features that have made it so useful in daily practice.
New to this edition:
- Recent major clinical trials data
- Expertly produced videos depicting a wide range of common procedures with step-by-step narration, carefully selected to complement key techniques
- Changing trends in trauma, oculoplastics, cornea, pediatrics, neuro-ophthalmology, uveitis, and more
Outstanding features you’ve come to expect from the Wills Eye Manual: - The most accurate and current information on more than 200 ophthalmic conditions
- Effective clinical recommendations for evaluation, diagnosis, management, and treatment
- Concise outline format for portability and quick reference
- All chapters written and edited by the residents and attending ophthalmologists at one of busiest and largest eye hospitals in the country
It’s everything you wanted to know and nothing more.
Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, which can be downloaded to your tablet and smartphone or accessed online and includes features like:
- Complete content with enhanced navigation
- Powerful search tools and smart navigation cross-links that pull results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web
- Cross-linked pages, references, and morefor easy navigation
- Highlighting toolfor easier reference of key content throughout the text
- Ability to take and share noteswith friends and colleagues
- Quick reference tabbingto save your favourite content for future use
- Publisher:LWW
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o Basic Ophthalmology
- Author: Richard A. Harper
- Description: Serves as an ideal complement to your medical student curriculum and a helpful tool for primary care residents and physicians who want to broaden their knowledge of eye disease diagnosis and treatment.The tenth edition includes updated, practical information on the diagnosis, management and referral of common ocular disorders, and summarises important ophthalmic concepts and techniques. It includes coverage of eye examinations, acute and chronic vision loss, red eye, ocular and orbital injuries, amblyopia and strabismus, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular manifestations of systemic diseases and drugs and the eye.
This edition includes a new chapter on eyelid, orbital, and lacrimal disease. It also features 140 figures, access to 17 video clips, key points to remember, sample problems to test knowledge, and annotated resources.
- Publisher:American Academy of Ophthalmology
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o Ophthalmology: Expert Consult
- Author: Myron Yanoff , Jay S. Duker
- Description: Based on valuable customer feedback, Doctors Yanoff and Duker have streamlined their best-selling reference, Ophthalmology, to zero in on just the clinical answers you need in day-to-day practice. They’ve removed most of the basic science and anatomy information from the printed book and put it on the companion web site where it is easily accessible along with the entire contents of the book. This new edition presents unparalleled guidance on nearly every ophthalmic condition and procedure including the latest advances in the field, such as optical coherence tomography (OCT), the ocular surface, new pharmacologic therapies, updated oculoplastic surgical techniques, the latest in refractive surgery, and so much more. And, as an Expert Consult title, this meticulously updated 3rd edition comes with access to the complete contents online, fully searchable, plus additional basic science information.
- Publisher:Saunders
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o Ophthalmology: A Primer for Medical Students
- Author: CHARLES V. CLARK, SHIGEO TSUKAHARA’ ‘CALBERT I. PHILLIPS
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- Publisher: BAILLIERE TINDALL
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o Parson’s Diseases of the Eye
- Author: Radhika Tandon
- Description: Parsons’ Diseases of the Eye has been a trusted textbook for undergraduate students for more than 100 years. It also caters to the basic needs of postgraduate students and practitioners who need to refer to this book for a quick review of the basic concepts.
The book was first published in 1907, and on account of its clear and friendly presentation style as well as its authoritative coverage of ocular disorders, it quickly became a fundamental text for students. Since then the book has maintained its popularity with students through regular revisions and updates.
The 19th edition of this book was especially adapted to the context of Indian subcontinent with a special mention about the infections that occur predominantly in this region. The 23rd edition continues this trend by presenting unparalleled guidance on nearly every ophthalmic condition and procedure, including the latest advances in the field, making the book more comprehensive and contemporary.Compliant with the new competency-based curriculum.
• Inclusion of Learning Objectives at the beginning of each chapter.
• Three new chapters titled Non Traumatic Ophthalmic Emergencies, Dark Room Procedures and Clinical Investigations added to help students get a clear understanding of these topics.
• Additional topics: images on radiology and case studies on various ophthalmic procedures.
• Latest information on astigmatism, dry eye, eye donation, eye banking and various national programs has been provided.
• Simplified flowcharts and new photographs covering a number of clinical conditions are added features.
• Extensively revised and up-to-date with the new curriculum.• New Learning Objectives
• Three new chapters on Non Traumatic Ophthalmic Emergencies, Dark Room Procedures and Clinical Investigations
• Updated information on astigmatism, dry eye, eye donation, eye banking and various national programs
• Images on radiology and case studies on various ophthalmic procedures - Publisher:Elsevier India
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o Ophthalmology Made Ridiculously Simple
- Author: Stephen Goldberg, William Trattler
- Description: All the ophthalmology most vital for the non-ophthalmologist. This book gives strong emphasis to common disorders, their diagnosis and management at the level of the non-ophthalmologist – up to the point of referral. Included among these are refractive problems, ocular inflammation, trauma, amblyopia, strabismus, and a variety of additional disorders that causes diminished vision or ocular discomfort.Includes interactive download from MedMaster with atlas of ophthalmic diseases, as well as movies of common ocular surgical procedures (cataract surgery, lens implantation, Lasik, Lasek, intacs surgery).
- Publisher:MedMaster Inc
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