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Introduction to Ophthalmic & Vision Science

Module information

Module details

Title
Introduction to Ophthalmic & Vision Science
Type
Rotation
Module code
S-OV-R1
Credits
10
Phase
1
Requirement
Compulsory

Aim of this module

This module will introduce trainees to the practices and principles of quality, analysis and basic vision science fundamentals to practice as a Clinical Scientist in Ophthalmic and Vision Science.

Work-based content

Training activities

# Learning outcome Training activity Type Action
# 1 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Attend a clinical meeting for OVS and reflect on the meeting

 Type OTA Action View
# 2 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Shadow the following healthcare professionals and reflect on their role:

  • An orthoptist
  • An optometrist
  • An ophthalmologist
 Type OTA Action View
# 3 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Observe a specialist eye clinic and reflect on the clinic

 Type OTA Action View
# 4 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Follow the patient pathway through a clinical pathway and reflect on the journey

 Type OTA Action View
# 5 Learning outcome 1,3,4,6 Training activities

Explore an innovative practice in OVS and reflect on the impact this will have on practice

 Type OTA Action View
# 6 Learning outcome 5,6 Training activities

Review the effect of the ISCEV standards and reflect on how this guides practice within OVS

 Type OTA Action View
# 7 Learning outcome 1,2,3,6 Training activities

Attend a departmental meeting for the OVS and reflect on the meeting

 Type OTA Action View
# 8 Learning outcome 1,3,5,6 Training activities

Observe a visual electrophysiology test and reflect on the process

 Type OTA Action View
# 9 Learning outcome 1,3,5,6 Training activities

Observe an eye surgery or procedure and reflect on the process

 Type OTA Action View
# 10 Learning outcome 1,2,4,5,6 Training activities

Shadow an ECLO or other relevant professional supporting patient post diagnosis and reflect on their role

 Type OTA Action View

Assessments

Complete 1 Case-Based Discussion

Complete 1 DOPS or OCE

Direct Observation of Practical Skills Titles

  • Set up a patient for a VEP procedure.
  • Set up a patient for an eye image.

Observed Communication Event Titles

  • Gather a patient history relevant to the specialty from a patient, patient representative, or member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Present a patient history relevant to the specialty to a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Explain a test procedure to a patient.

Learning outcomes

# Learning outcome
1

Explore the contribution of Ophthalmic and Vision Science to patient care.
2

Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Ophthalmic and Vision Science.
3

Describe the working practices of Ophthalmic and Vision Science.
4

Examine the impact of innovation in Ophthalmic and Vision Science.
5

Review the effect of legislation in Ophthalmic and Vision Science.
6

Compare and contrast the practice of Ophthalmic and Vision Science with other specialties.

Clinical experiences

Activities

Information:

There is no clinical experiential learning associated with this module.

Academic content (MSc in Clinical Science)

Important information

The academic parts of this module will be detailed and communicated to you by your university. Please contact them if you have questions regarding this module and its assessments. The module titles in your MSc may not be exactly identical to the work-based modules shown in the e-portfolio. Your modules will be aligned, however, to ensure that your academic and work-based learning are complimentary.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module the trainee will be able to:

  1. Describe, compare and contrast a range of methods and ophthalmic equipment used for the routine psychophysical assessment of patients’ vision.
  2. Critically analyse the principles and equipment used for imaging and measurement of eye and ocular adnexae.
  3. Critically assess the principles and methods used for the electrophysiological assessment of patients’ vision.
  4. Evaluate patient special needs and circumstances as applied to ophthalmic and vision services.
  5. Critically appraise the ways that non-NHS organisations can assist with patient care in ophthalmic and vision services.

Indicative content

  • Routine test procedures and equipment used in the ophthalmic clinic for assessment of visual acuity, colour vision, visual field and refractive error
  • Clinical presentation, assessment, routine examination and management of common ophthalmic disorders
  • Clinical indications for and common methods of imaging and measurement of the eye and ocular adnexae with light, laser and ultrasound
  • Basic methods for assessment of refractive error of the eye
  • Basic methods for assessment of binocular function
  • Modifications of assessment strategies and techniques according to patient age and any disabilities
  • Clinical indications for and methods used to assess electrophysiology of vision
  • The diversity of ophthalmic and vision services, including special needs – for example: people with learning difficulties, cognitive and sensory impairment, physical disabilities, older people, paediatrics and intensive care
  • Statutory, voluntary, charitable agencies or services, e.g. social services

Module assigned to

Specialties

Specialty code Specialty title Action
Specialty code SPS2-2-22 Specialty title Ophthalmic & Vision Science [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-1-22 Specialty title Audiology [2022] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-1-23 Specialty title Audiology [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-2-23 Specialty title Ophthalmic & Vision Science [2023] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-1-24 Specialty title Audiology [2024] Action View
Specialty code SPS2-2-24 Specialty title Ophthalmic & Vision Science [2024] Action View
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