To request one of the items below, please contact the Librarian, Carrie Sherlock on 020 7766 4352 or e-mail
library@college-optometrists.org
March 2010:
Trattler et al.
Cornea Handbook
Slack, 2010. ISBN: 9781556428425
Summary: A reference for accessing the fundamentals of corneal conditions, surgeries, and examination technologies. Including pages of relevant information, color images, and an easy-to-understand style
February 2010:
Brinton & Wilkinson.
Retinal Detachment: Principles & Practice. 3rd Ed.
Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN: 9780195330823
Summary: Provides a historical review of current information on the diagnosis and treatment of retinal detachment. It is intended as both an introduction for graduate students in ophthalmology and a concise review or reference for practicing ophthalmologists. The volume defines the types of retinal detachments, their classifications and causes, and covers preoperative examination, preoperative management, prophylactic procedures, surgery, complications of surgery, and results of reattachment surgery. It also includes a historical introduction, suggested readings at the end of each chapter, and the classic article 'The Technique of Binocular Indirect Ophthalmoscopy,' by Morten L. Rosenthal.
Holt & Kumar.
ABC of Diabetes. 6th Ed.
BMJ Books, 2010. ISBN: 9781405177849
Summary: The ABC of Diabetes provides a complete overview of diabetes including the aetiology, diagnosis and management of Types 1 and 2 diabetes, detection and prevention, and the organization of care and support. With new chapters on psychological aspects, surveillance for complications, and support for people living with diabetes, this completely revised edition covers the many changes taking place in diabetes care, particularly in screening for Type 2 diabetes; in monitoring and insulin administration; in the organisation and delivery of care; and the increasing prevalence of diabetes in both developed and developing countries.
November 2009:
Bartlett.
Ophthalmic Drug Facts. 21st Ed.
Wolters Kluwer Health, 2010. ISBN: 9781574393132
Summary: Ophthalmic Drug Facts is the definitive single source of objective, up-to-date drug information for eye care professionals. Both Rx and OTC products are grouped by therapeutic category for quick, easy reference and comparison. Detailed monographs include all of the drug information that practitioners need to make therapeutic decisions: actions, interactions, adverse reactions, contraindications, dosages, off-label uses, and patient information. The book also includes dozens of charts, tables, and administration illustrations, contact lens products, a manufacturers index, and selected AOA practice guidelines. A comprehensive index helps the reader locate drugs by generic or brand name, synonym, common abbreviation, or therapeutic group.
July 2009:
Rosenfield & Logan.Optometry: Science, Techniques and Clinical Management. 2nd ed.
Butterworth Heinemann, 2009. ISBN: 9780750687782
Summary: An introduction to the theory and practice of optometry in one succinct volume. From the fundamental science of vision to clinical techniques and the management of common ocular conditions, this book encompasses the essence of contemporary optometric practice. Now in full colour and featuring over 400 new illustrations, this popular text which will appeal to both students and practitioners wishing to keep up to date has been revised significantly. The new edition incorporates recent advances in technology and a complete overview of clinical procedures to improve and update everyday patient care. Contributions from well-known international experts deliver a broad perspective and understanding of current optometric practice.
Kanski.Clinical Ophthalmology: A Synopsis. 2nd ed.
Butterworth Heinemann, 2009. ISBN: 9780702031359
Summary: Revised and expanded throughout with many new colour illustrations, this handbook forms a summary of Jack Kanski's best selling Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach 6th Edition. This book will be of particular value as a revision guide to those preparing for examinations, as well as the busy clinician requiring a quick reference to a particular diagnostic or therapeutic problem. Illustrated in colour, each condition is systematically presented for easy access to key information.
Alward & Longmuir.Color Atlas of Gonioscopy. 2nd ed.
American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2009. ISBN: 9781560558965
Summary: Successful gonioscopy is critical in the diagnosis of glaucoma. It is also one of the most difficult ophthalmological techniques to learn and perform. The second edition is a comprehensive introduction to gonioscopic techniques and a vital manual for clinicians wishing to be proficient in examining the anterior segment of the eye. Highlights include new sections on selective laser trabeculoplasty, ultrasound biomicroscopy, and anterior segment ocular coherence tomography; updated text and references; and, nearly 400 drawings and photographs. To vividly illustrate key examination techniques, a supplemental DVD features video clips of 12 basic and advanced gonioscopic techniques.
Denniston & Murray.Oxford Handbook of Ophthalmology. 2nd ed.
Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN: 9780199552641
Summary: Comprises a systematic synopsis of ophthalmic disease directed towards diagnosis, interim assessment, and ongoing management. The information is easily accessed, being presented in a standard format with areas of importance highlighted. Key sections for the trainee include clinical skills, aids to diagnosis, and investigations and their interpretation. Basic perioperative care, medical emergencies and advanced life support protocols are included. New to this edition are chapters on refractive ophthalmology - containing practical advice on the treatment of refractive error by use of glasses, contact lenses and refractive surgery - and evidence-based ophthalmology - a helpful introduction to critical appraisal, levels of evidence, and medical statistics as relevant to ophthalmology.
Stamper, Lieberman & Drake.Becker-Shaffer’s Diagnosis and Therapy of the Glaucomas. 8th ed.
Mosby Elsevier, 2009. ISBN: 9780323023948
Summary: Authored by three prominent specialists in the field, this text provides comprehensive coverage of diagnostic and treatment modalities for optimal glaucoma management. Revised throughout, this new edition presents the latest guidance in clinical examination, randomized trials, medical treatment, laser therapy, and surgical procedures. Hundreds of illustrations-with many classic black and white figures from the previous editions supplemented with new color images - depict the features of glaucomas and step-by-step procedures for their management, while expanded use of highlighted boxes, lists, and summary tables make the material easy to access.
Shukla.Clinical Optics Primer for Ophthalmic Medical Personnel
Slack Inc, 2009. ISBN: 9781556428999
Summary: Each chapter throughout the text explains one optics concept in a concise account and includes applicable illustrations, formulae, laws, calculations, and review questions. Numerous examples of clinical applications are also included that address problems presented by patients in eye clinics.Some important laws of optics and their clinical applications covered include: lasers, polarization interference, and fluorescence; Snell's law; and total internal reflection. Some important formulae in optics and their clinical applications covered include: Vergence equation; power of prisms; optical system of the ey; accommodation and age; refractive errors; Prentice's rule, decentration and induced prism; and glasses and contact lenses.
Scheiman & Wick.Clinical Management of Binocular Vision: Heterophoric, Accommodative, and Eye Movement Disorders, 3rd ed.
Wolters Kluwer, 2009. ISBN: 9780781777841
Summary: This basic text covers the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of the most prevalent vision disorders in a clinical optometrist's or ophthalmologist's practice. The coverage includes the most common non-strabismic binocular vision disorders, including accommodative and eye movement disorders as well as amblyopia. Coverage of each diagnostic category includes background information, symptoms, case analysis, and management options. Case studies appear at the end of each chapter. This edition includes three new chapters on primary care of binocular vision, accommodative and eye movement disorders; myopia control; and binocular vision problems associated with refractive surgery.
April 2009:
Bennett & Henry.
Clinical Manual of Contact Lenses. 3rd Ed.
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2008. ISBN: 9780781778299
Summary: Thoroughly revised and updated - and now in full color for the first time - this manual is a complete, current, and convenient how-to guide to fitting, evaluating, and troubleshooting contact lenses, particularly specialty contact lens designs. The book is the perfect quick reference to consult during a patient's examination and a user-friendly study guide for boards. Each chapter includes clinical cases, nomograms, and a proficiency checklist. This edition has over 200 new illustrations, including 169 full-color photographs. Coverage includes new information on silicone hydrogels, disposable lenses, and new lens designs, materials, and care systems, as well as significant updates on clinical topics such as orthokeratology and bifocals.
Bowden, Timothy J.
Contact Lenses: The Story.
Bower House, 2009. ISBN: 9780955898105
Summary: This history ranges over almost 500 years and is based on past historical works, scientific papers and journal articles. The author has also had the pleasure of over 100 personal and a further 100-plus phone or email interviews with many of the people that actually made the history, or their families, spanning twenty-four countries. The initial concept of the book was to look at the history of the disposable lens. It soon became apparent that this could not be done without looking at the soft lenses that had come before. Likewise, the impact of soft lenses only makes sense when compared to the hard lenses that had gone before, and of course before that there were the scleral lenses in both glass and plastic.
Yanoff & Sassani.
Ocular Pathology. 6th Ed.
Mosby, 2008. ISBN: 9780323042321
Summary: Comprehensive, yet concise and clinically oriented, this new edition brings you the very latest advances of every aspect of ocular pathology. From discussions of molecular biology and genetics, to new sections on age-related macular degeneration and complications of refractive surgery, to revised chapters, the latest imaging modalities, and so much more, this 6th edition will surely keep you on top of your field. Complementing the text is a world-renowned collection of common and unusual ocular conditions and a DVD containing valuable educational tools.
Dodson, Paul M.
Diabetic Retinopathy: Screening to Treatment.
Oxford University Press, 2008. ISBN: 9780199544967
Summary: Current guidelines state that 100% of patients with diabetes should be screened for retinal problems. This pocketbook is a concise companion for professionals involved in screening and treating diabetic retinopathy (DR). It explains why screening is required, the different screening models available with their advantages and disadvantages, and the different DR grades. The book also describes specific problems such as ophthalmic lesions, which may present themselves as DR and covers the treatment of DR from both a medical and an ocular perspective. This book is presented in full colour and contains over 100 images. Each chapter is written by a specialist with a specific role in a DR screening scheme.
February 2009:
Carson, Gordon.Environmental & Occupational Optometry.
Butterworth-Heinemann, 2009. ISBN: 9780750675529
Summary: Provides an overview of this important topic. Chapters include visual standards and vision screening, eye protection standards and statutes, sunglasses and sports eyewear and more.
Millodot, Michel.Dictionary of Optometry and Visual Science. 7th ed.
Butterworth-Heinemann, 2009. ISBN: 9780702029585
Summary: Completely updated, revised, and redesigned, this edition includes all of the features that have made it so successful in the past, such as succinct understandable definitions, extensive tables and illustrations, and practical clinical advice. Plus, it now includes many new entries on pathology, pharmacology, investigative techniques, refractive surgery, contact lenses and visual perception.
January 2009:
Duh, Elia.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Humana, 2008. ISBN: 9781934115831
Summary: Elia Duh and a panel of internationally recognized experts comprehensively assess the current state of knowledge regarding the clinical management of DR as well as its underlying mechanisms. The authors outline the current understanding of diabetic retinopathy from the perspective of clinical practice, while reviewing the multi-factorial pathogenesis and pathophysiology of DR from the standpoint of biomedical research. Also included is a discussion of emerging concepts relating to the management and treatment of DR.
Yanoff & Duker.
Ophthalmology
Mosby Elsevier, 2009. ISBN: 9780323043328
Summary: This new edition presents 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 much more.