ORT210 Clinical Orthoptics

Aims/Description: This unit introduces testing techniques related to incomitant strabismus and competence is achieved by demonstration and practicing these skills at the University. The clincal placement element provides experience of tesing incomitant deviations and further develops clinical skills and application of theoretical knowledge to the practice situation.

Restrictions on availability: Only available to students on B.Med.Sci (Orthoptics) programme

Staff Contact: BANARIS MAHRIA

Teaching Methods: Laboratory work, Placements

Assessment: Practical skills assessment

Information on the department responsible for this unit (Ophthalmology and Orthoptics):

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Teaching timetable

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