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This classic text presents the latest information on pharmacological treatment of amblyopia, chemodenveration in place of surgery for certain types of strabismus, and much more! Over 330 illustrations show how to identify various conditions and perform the appropriate procedures. ... Read more

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This provocative book reviews a broad range of evidence leading to the conclusion that the visual system is not organized to generate a veridical representation of the physical world, but rather a statistical reflection of the visual history of the species and the individual observer. Thus, what humans actually see is a reflexive manifestation of past rather than a logical analysis of the present. The idea that the images we consciously entertain represent the historical significance of visual stimuli follows from the inability to decipher ambiguous retinal information analytically, and has far-reaching consequences not only for vision but brain function generally. The immediate benefit of this approach is that it provides a framework by which to understand a variety of fundamental visual illusions that are otherwise difficult, if not impossible, to explain.

With its straightforward style, Why We See What We Do can be understood by individuals with little or no background in neuroscience or vision. It includes chapter introductions and summaries that make the overall argument easy to follow, over 400 bibliographic citations, and a complete glossary. ... Read more

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*Enables clinicians to develop solid, well-constructed surgical plans for the management of unusual and routine problems

*Alternative approaches to treatment are offered by expert reviewers

*Contains over 500 color photographs ... Read more

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An advanced look at oculoplastics
This is a unique book! As mentioned in another review, it can be used by residents, fellows and general ophthalmologists. However, I believe that experienced oculoplastic and general plastic surgeons could benefit immensely from the unique format of the book. Each chapter is accompanied by expert commentaries from several renowned surgeons, and most conclude with an editorial by Mauriello himself. Oculoplastics is technically challenging and rapidly advancing. A famous surgeon from the west coast recently commented at the ASOPRS meeting that techniques have advance so much that what he would have considered excellent results just a decade ago, today would be considered below average, because of better understanding of aging and tissue structure.
For example, in lower lid blephs, some use a trans-conj approach with fat removal, and deal with any excess skin non-excisionally, or with a cutaneous flap. Others use a transcutaneous approach and add a myocutaneous flap removal. Others reconstruct the orbito-malar ligament at the same time. Yet others avoid all fat removal, and instead sculpt the fat, or reposition the fat back in its proper location, to preserve youth-enhancing fat. This book provides insight into these advanced and rapidly advancing issues in the field.
The focus of the book is avoiding potential complications by understanding other surgeons' complications. It takes a great surgeon to admit poor outcomes in public, and the contributors are owed a debt of gratitude by the surgical community as well as patients and their families. I think that the open discussion of complications is of paramount importance, and can help oculoplastic surgeons at all levels of expertise.
To top it all off, the chapters are very well written, the illustrations and pictures are excellent, and the book structure is helpful. Overall, an A+ !!! Despite the high price, I am the grateful owner of a copy.

Exellent for fellows and general ophthalmologists
This is the book you really want to read before getting into the operating room. Tells you all sorts of things to watch out for, and what to do if they happen. Covers everything from aesthetic procedures to DCR's. After each section, several experts comment on the topic, so it's like getting multiple opinions in one place. Some sections assume you already know the surgical technique, whereas others give a fairly detailed description. ... Read more

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This handy volume is filled with forms, handouts, and strategies crucial to developing a successful and satisfying low vision practice.

- Features new chapter on low vision training activities and expanded reference sections throughout the book

- Includes many forms, handouts, and strategies helpful to the practitioner

- A must-have for any practitioner seeking to add low vision to his practice ... Read more

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A comprehensive and "user friendly" low vision resource
A seasoned "specialist" is not going to buy this book (i.e. retina specialist does not go out and buy a text book on retina, but rather searches out more current and complex research articles). As a general practitioner, I found this book to be an excellant resource for those who would like to become low vision specialists. It gives the "nuts and bolts" approach; everything from low vision exam and training forms to equipment, treatment options, and low vision optics. In addition, the appendices list many low vision resources, related organizations, and optical reference tables. There is a growing need for low vision services and this book is one step towards enabling many optometrists to meet those needs.

The Art and Practice of Low Vision
This book is a BASIC book for optometrists who want to dabble in low vision. It is not for the low vision specialist! I found a lot of the information to be useful, but there are better books available. ... Read more

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GREAT STUDY GUIDE FOR OPTOMETRY STUDENTS
This is a great book to review for boards as well as brush up your knowledge in various areas of the study of optometry/ophthalmology ... Read more

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New Edition of this Classic Text!This classic text will teach you how to diagnose and treat the more complicated ocular disorders.Features of the new edition include a new chapter on proliferative vitreo-retinopathy, more full-color photographs and extensive references. ... Read more

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Age-related macular degeneration is the most common cause for the loss of central seeing with humans beyond the age of 50 in the industrial nations. A triplication of the patients is expected in the next 25 years. Especially in the last couple of years the standard of knowledge regarding etiology, risk factors, diagnostics and therapy of this retina illness has substantially grown which is presented in this up-to-date multi-authored work. Apart from epidemiologically identified risk factors both the various pathophysiological aspects and clinical manifestations and angiographic characteristics are clearly represented and in line with standard usage. Furthermore, the different therapeutic approaches are treated, which include proven procedures as laser therapy and seeing-aids systems, in addition to latest methods in the area of the pharmacology, the photo-dynamic therapy, transpupil thermal therapy (TTT) and the macular surgery. The volume is well-illustrated and tables and summaries round up the representation. ... Read more

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Neuro-Ophthalmology was developed for practitioners, residents, and students who encounter patients with disturbances of the afferent visual pathways and efferent ocular motor systems. It contains in-depth discussions of neurophthalmic topics and disorders to help readers diagnose and manage patients. Each chapter includes an introduction to the structures or disorders discussed, followed by a review of their neuroanatomy, symptoms, and signs. A detailed discussion of the presentation, pathophysiology, diagnosis, neuroimaging and diagnostic studies, and management of the diseases which affect that structure follows. ... Read more

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Superlative new neuro-op text.
This is a phenomenal text written by the rising stars of neuro-op. It will soon be the new gold standard.

Excellent
A much more user friendly and updated version of the smaller Walsh & Hoyt text. The pictures are excellent and the discussions are well supported by clinical experience and the literature. ... Read more

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The BEST in its field
An excellent reference to anatomy of the region. The author's background in zoology provided us with beautiful remarks in comparative anatomy, and supplied valuable information about evolution of the human orbit. In accordance with the author's style in writing, this textbook is concise yet complete. A must for any ophthalmic plastic surgeon.

The Best Available
This book is simply the best available reference for detailed anatomy of the orbit. The drawings are superb and the radiographic images are outstanding. It is extremely well-referenced. As an ophthalmic anesthesiologist, I find this volume to be an indispensible part of my professional library. ... Read more

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From the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, one of the most prestigious institutions in the U.S. comes the Color Atlas of Ophthalmology, a convenient, pocket-sized tool to help physicians make quick and accurate diagnoses of commonly encountered disorders. For each condition, the book presents a high-quality clinical photograph accompanied by a concise review of symptoms, associated findings, differential diagnosis, work-up, and treatment. ... Read more

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Greatest atlas in the world
This book is handy for all in the medical professional. Whether you are just a student or a practising doctor in opthalmology, this book gives you the first but deep insight into the topic. A must buy in short. ... Read more

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Learn the fundamentals of how vision and visual function are measured. This easy-to-follow book explains the neural mechanisms underlying visual function and the scientific basis of how visual function in measured. Where applicable, it extends laboratory measurement to clinical measurement. ... Read more

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The world’s most popular ophthalmology text! Thoroughly updated, this text covers the state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment of all major diseases and disorders of the eye in adults and children. Generously illustrated with high quality clinical photographs and excellent drawings. Includes high-tech diagnostic and therapeutic information as well as a comprehensive glossary and handy, easy-to-use tables. ... Read more

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comprehensive book in ophthalmology
A comprehensive book in ophthalmology, It deals with a wide variaty of topics and have the classic Appleton and Lange format. although it contains too much information to learn in a rotation but it serves excellent as a reference. ... Read more