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Optometry residency in low vision rehabilitation: a cooperative program.

J A Stelmack, T R Stelmack

    Journal of the American Optometric Association
    |May 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary

    A new optometry residency trains specialists in low vision rehabilitation. This program equips optometrists to lead and manage low vision services in diverse healthcare settings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology and Optometry
    • Rehabilitation Medicine

    Background:

    • Low vision rehabilitation requires specialized clinical skills.
    • There is a need for optometrists trained to lead multidisciplinary low vision programs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To establish and describe a cooperative optometry residency program in low vision rehabilitation.
    • To train optometrists for leadership roles in developing and directing clinical low vision services.

    Main Methods:

    • A cooperative residency program was established by multiple institutions.
    • Training includes clinical rotations in various settings (inpatient, outpatient, specialized centers).

    Main Results:

    • The residency provides comprehensive experience in low vision rehabilitation.
    • Trainees gain skills in diverse clinical settings and patient populations.

    Conclusions:

    • The program offers unique, comprehensive training for low vision rehabilitation specialists.
    • Graduates will be prepared to direct and advance low vision care in multidisciplinary environments.

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