Keep your ophthalmic knowledge current with the Academy's 2015-2016 Basic and Clinical Science Course (BCSC). BCSC is the most extensive compilation of ophthalmic scientific research and clinical experience, and it is continually updated by a faculty of more than 80 expert ophthalmologists. Section 3 discusses current applications of optical phenomena, including the optical foundations of lasers, spectacles, IOLs and refractive surgery. Presents optics of the human eye; basic concepts of geometric optics; ophthalmic instruments and contact lenses. Discusses vision rehabilitation from the epidemiology of vision impairment, classification of visual function deficits, patient assessment and low vision management.
