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Development of a competency framework for optometrists with a specialist interest in glaucoma
J Myint1, D F Edgar, A Kotecha
1Department of Optometry and Visual Science, Henry Wellcome Laboratories for Vision Sciences, City University, London, UK.
Eye (London, England)
|May 15, 2010
Summary
A consensus methodology developed a competency framework for optometrists specializing in glaucoma. This framework will guide training and accreditation for glaucoma diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Medical Education
Background:
- Glaucoma management requires specialized optometric skills.
- A standardized framework is needed for optometrists with a glaucoma interest.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a competency framework for optometrists specializing in glaucoma.
- To establish a basis for training and accreditation in glaucoma care.
Main Methods:
- Modified Delphi technique with a 16-member expert panel (optometrists and ophthalmologists).
- Iterative rounds of scoring and free-text feedback on draft competencies.
- Face-to-face workshop for consensus building and stakeholder validation.
Main Results:
- High response rates in Delphi rounds (100% and 94%).
- A final framework with 19 competencies for glaucoma diagnosis.
- An additional 7 competencies for glaucoma monitoring and treatment were agreed upon.
Conclusions:
- A consensus methodology, specifically a modified Delphi technique, successfully created a competency framework for optometrists specializing in glaucoma.
- This framework will inform the development of specialized curricula.
- The framework may be adaptable for other healthcare professionals.
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