Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology is one of the most difficult areas in primary care, with many potential pitfalls even for the most experienced. Fast Facts: Ophthalmology is organized by patient presentation rather than by disease for ease and speed of use in clinical practice. It is designed to help you triage your patients into three main groups: emergencies requiring immediate referral; non-emergencies requiring routine referral, and treatable conditions. - Detailed, essential management steps for each presenting symptom - Expert guidance on when to treat and when to refer - Content split up by symptoms to speed diagnosis - Important issues and key points summarized at the end of each chapter.