AKP - Opthalmology

Foundation of Practice (FOP)

• [FOphth1] Know the presenting features of visual impairment and the principles of management
• [FOphth2] Know the causes and management of eye infections and inflammatory disorders
• [FOphth3] Know the common causes of an absent red reflex, to able to refer appropriately and be aware of management options
• [FOphth4] Know the common causes of ptosis and proptosis and the principles of management
• [FOphth5] Know the causes and presentations of strabismus and the principles of management

Theory and Science (TAS)

• [TOphth1] Know the anatomy and embryology of the eye and understand how the structure of the eye relates to function
• [TOphth2] Know the genetic and environmental factors in the etiology of eye disorders
• [TOphth3] Understand the normal development of vision and the pathophysiology of visual impairment
• [TOphth4] Know the physiology of the eye and its movement e.g. pupillary reflexes, anisocoria, strabismus, refractive errors, nystagmus
• [TOphth5] Understand the pharmacology of agents commonly used in eye disease including antimicrobials and mydriatics