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This new resource provides an efficient review of all of the most essential clinical and scientific information in ophthalmology. Its concise, well-illustrated, outline-formatted chapters permit rapid mastery of the material. Questions at the end of each chapter and answers at the end of the book allow readers to test their understanding. * An organization by common ophthalmologic subspecialties offers a logical approach to a wide spectrum of topics. * Numerous tables and mnemonics facilitate learning and retention. * A special section reviews the findings of many important clinical studies with which ophthalmologists are expected to be familiar. * Hundreds of line illustrations and photographs (50 in full color) highlight anatomic details, common ophthalmic tests, and examples of classic histopathology. * Selected references for each chapter facilitate further study of any given topic. * Questions at the end of each chapter and answers at the end of the book allow readers to test their understanding. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (14)

Best review book for OKAPs and Boards
Concise, high yeild, great pictures, great adjunct to the BCSC. Once you've read the basic science books, you can crank through friedmans in a week or two and really retain the high yeild points. A must have to the ophthalmology resident's collection.

A good addition
A good comprehensive review book.I think it is the best one on the market and recommend it to all of my fellow residents without reservation.

Passed my boards w/ it!
I used this book to supplement the Will's review course for my study.There are a few things that are wrong in the book but overall the majority of the info is really good and the ultimate goal--passing the boards was achieved!I would've given 3 1/2 stars if able.

Perfect for OKAP Review and ophthalmolgy residency
This is a must have during your ophthalmology residency. Read and review this for OKAPs. Start early in your 1st yr.

Good OKAP Review - with optics
One of the rare review books for OKAPS with an Optics section. Mostly accurate. All the residents at the UT- Houston Basic Science Course used this book. ... Read more

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Goldberg and Trattler: Ophthalmology Made Ridiculously Simple. Edition 4.
All the ophthalmology necessary for the non-ophthalmologist. The new edition, apart from updates to the book itself, now has a major enhancement fo the accompanying (Mac/Win) CD, which accesses thousands of ophthalmological images on the Internet. CD includes atlas of ocular diseases and movies of common ocular surgical procedures (cataract, Lasik, Lasek, etc.) 93 pgs. 20 illus. (ISBN# 978-0-940-780-84-2). (2008). ... Read more

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Full of information
I bought this book and had it sent to my daughter.She had been studying for her COA and has now passed that test and is working on her COT - An excellent adjunctive study guide.

Ridiculously Simple
As it states on the cover of the book, "All the ophthalmology necessary for the non-ophthalmologists."Great introductory book for those without any exposure to ophthalmology.It is not enough practical information for medical students to impress anybody on an ophthalmology rotation beyond the first couple of days and certainly not enough to confidently work up all but the most obvious findings on your own.

In conclusion, great book for brief and succinct introduction to ophthalmology.Disagree with a prior review, poor book for ophthalmology rotation.

Eye-deal!!!
The bottom line with this text lies with reader expectations: if you want a light-weight, easy review of ophthalmic principles, this is the text for you. Complete with cartoon illustrations and acronyms, the author describes complex topics with a humorous, simplistic approach. Here-in lies Dr. Goldberg's talent: I am always impressed by an author who can express mundane, difficult topics in a memorable, easy manner. Don't be fooled though, the concepts are pertinent and, although a bit outdated, still very relevant to modern ophthalmic practice. This is obviously not an academic read, and to those in pursuit of a medical school text, this is not it. But for readers who want a light introduction/review of ophthalmic principles, it doesn't get much better than this...

Great book for students interested in Ophthalmology
This is a very simple and easy to read book that gives you enough information to talk intelligently on your ophthalmology rotation.It is not enough to pass the OKAPS nor to get by in your residency.

It's a good book for students.

Wish me luck in the match!

Ophthamology made ridiculously simpple
Ophthalmology Made Ridiculously Simple (Medmaster Ridiculously Simple)

I am an retired ophthalmologist who spends part of the year supervising medical students in Australia. I deliver a number of lectures under the title of Undergraduate Ophthalmology. Drs Goldberg and Trattler's little book is an admirable resource for both me and the students I teach. For undergraduates, eye diseasesare regarded as tiger country and this little book most certainly provides a splendid guide through the ocular jungle.
Highly recommended. ... Read more

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With high quality color images combined with up-to-date treatment guidelines and a proven template, the third edition of The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Illustrated Manual of Ophthalmology is a vital companion for every ophthalmic trainee, primary care practitioner and emergency trauma unit.

• Provides thorough, easily accessible and up-to-date information for all common eye disorders, creating an all-in-one resource for quick diagnosis and treatment.
  
• Uses highlighted emergency management boxes for a clear presentation of the crucial treatment of critical situations.
  
• Follows a templated format with key boxes highlighting important information.
  
• Presents full-color photographs throughout so you can compare real case presentations for more accurate diagnosis.
  
• Orders chapters anatomically (not by ophthalmic subspecialty) making it easier to locate the desired information by looking at the effected area.
  

Customer Reviews (8)

A thorough review
I wanted to compare this book with the Wills Eye Manual. I think that this book is better than Wills in a few way, the first way being that it is more comprehensive and discusses topics that are not in Wills such as fistulas and many other eye disease that are missed by Wills. I still think Wills is more concise and an easier review however. Wills also has more current treatment options so I think owning them both is a good idea.

3rd edition improves on illustrations, not up to date on some topics
At this price range, the Mass Eye and Ear Manual of Ophthalmology is an adequate pocket reference for eye care practitioners.The 3rd edition has been expanded and is now better illustrated than its direct rival, the Manhattan Eye and Ear Color Atlas of Ophthalmology (the latter is noticeably less expensive, however).

Strengths:
1. Covers essentially the entire field of non-surgical ophthalmology in a compact and easy to read format.
2. Consistent layout and excellent illustrations.Great neuro-ophthalmic diagrams.
3. Outstanding reference for quick review.


Weaknesses:
1. Falls short of Wills Manual in terms of providing up to date therapy and diagnosis.The retinopathy of prematurity chapter still utilizes the old terminology of "rush" disease, although the newer term of Agressive Posterior ROP (AP-ROP) supplanted "rush disease" years ago.
2. Cannot be relied upon for treatment guidelines.Example: the authors list oral prednisone in the management of progressive outer retinal necrosis -- something that borders on malpractice in severely immunocompromized patients.I am not aware of any experts in the field of retina/uveitis who would endorse oral steroids in the treatment of progressive outer retinal necrosis.Furthermore, the initial regimen of antiviral agents described in the book is inadequate and will fail to control the spread of necrotizing retinitis in most of the cases.

Verdict:
Recommended with reservations.

Not quite Wills.....Chris Gilmartin, OD
This manual is definitely worth the money, however if I were forced to choose, I'd take the Wills Eye Manual. Some of the sections seem poorly organized and information can be hard to find.As another poster stated, the photos are excellent in quality.Not a bad choice for OD or ophthalmology residents, but I'd compare both before you buy if you are limited to one or the other.

Chris Gilmartin, OD

This book and the Wills Manual are a must have for you on-call bag
An excellent handbook for clinical diagnosis and treatment, especially when alone in the ER in the middle of the night doing Ophtho consults.Probably not really for anyone but Ophthalmologists unless you are a primary care physician with no ophtho consultation avalable to you.Lots of full color pictures and bullet style diagnosis and treatment algorithms organized by system.It is the best $60 you'll spend as a general Ophthalmologist. Not really for test review or studying, just a quick primer on diagnosis and treatment of most eye problems.Should be standard issue on the first day of Ophthalmology residency.

Excellent in clinic
Wonderful images and very useful to me for looking up things I see as I study optometry and practice as a student. ... Read more

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An ideal complement to the medical student's curriculum and a leading text for primary care residents and physicians. Basic Ophthalmology presents practical information for the diagnosis, management, and referral of common ocular disorders. Includes updated images and resources, additional sample clinical problems, and the latest information on such areas as glaucoma care and eye-related aging changes. Covers the eye examination, acute and chronic visual loss, the red eye, ocular and orbital injuries, amblyopia and strabismus, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, and drugs and the eye. ... Read more

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great intro for medical students
An excellent reference book and a great primer on optho basics for a medical student or intern

Must have to Medicine/Family residents
This book is a very simple step-by-step walk through of the most common ophthalmic conditions. It is just over 100 pages, so it is very high yield while offering solutions for common conditions seen my family practice and internal medicine.It clearly outlines treatments and when to refer to ophthalmology.

It is also a great book for students who want to gain a better understanding of ophthalmology and excel on their rotation.

Your local ophthalmologist will thank you for the triage of hordeums and chalazions and your pts will be happy for being spared unnecessary consults

Exceptional book for ophthalmology rotations
I used this book during ophthalmology rotations - it was recommended by attendings - and found it to be extremely useful and enjoyable (maybe that's why I ended up going into ophthalmology!).Contrary to a prior review, I actually think it's also a very useful book for medical students who contemplate going into ophthalmology.I actually recommend it to all my med student friends wanting to go into ophtho.A lot of the other books might be good resources as references, but for a busy med student who has to juggle clinics at the same time, this book was succinct, clear, very well diagrammed, engaging, and well-illustrated.It was manageable enough that you feel you can actually read the whole book (or close to it) and high-yield enough to come away with a good overall knowledge of ophthalmology.It emphasizes the key points at the end of each section, and I also liked the review questions given at the end of each section.You'll need other books as an ophtho resident, but this books certainly helped me on my ophtho rotations as a med student.I bought this book after I pretty much decided I wanted to go into ophtho, but if I had specialized in something else, it would have been an invaluable resource anyway.

Good resource for the purpose for which it was created
This book is good for medical students NOT interested in going into ophthalmology or for primary care residents interested in the basics of what they need to know for eye health screening.This is not a good book for the medical student who wants to go into ophthalmology.
Explains exam, common presentations and the appropriate workup and treatment.Good color pictures.Focuses heavily on what can be treated by the primary care physician versus what should be referred to an ophthalmologist.

Uselful for any non-ophthalmologist physician
This is a great text for any physician, PA or NP that works in a non-ophthalmology field. It's comprehensive and mastering the material contained within the text definitely sharpens clinical skills. Ophthalmology is a subject that doesn't receive much attention in medical school. This is a great supplement for clinicians wanting to broaden knowledge of eye disease and treatment. It clearly defines the problems that can be managed in a primary care or non-ophthalmology specialty. It also points out many common mistakes made in treating diseases of the eye, in effort to help the reader avoid such pitfalls.

It's concise, very easy to read and serves as a fantastic reference. My clinical skills were much improved after working through this text. ... Read more

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Recognize, diagnose, and manage a vast range of common and important ocular conditions with the latest edition of this trusted reference. Extensively revised and updated by a team of internationally respected contributors, this edition provides a comprehensive, yet practically oriented, diagnostic guide to ophthalmic disease, covering structure and function, ocular development, pathology, examination and diagnosis, pharmacology, and emergency management for a wide variety of small and large animal species.

• Clinical focus addresses vital information for evaluating, diagnosing, managing, and monitoring patients.
• Logical organization based on anatomic region makes information easy to locate.

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excellent
It really is good and fun to read. A lot of color pictures.
I am a recent graduate and a general practitioner.
I believe this will be a must-have item for ophthalmology specialists but it should be a really nice and reliable reference for general practitioners to give better infomrations to clients. Slatter is awesome! ... Read more

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The classic reference -- now in its seventeenth edition!

A Doody's Core Title!

This classic book covers the diagnosis and treatment of all major ophthalmic diseases, as well as neurological and systemic diseases causing visual disturbance. This new edition has been extensively revised and updated (see features below).

Features:

• State-of-the-art coverage of diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions for the full range of ophthalmic disorders
• Selected color illustrations
Major revision of the chapters on the retina and glaucoma
• Chapters dedicated to ophthalmic therapeutics, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular disorders associated with systemic diseases, immunologic diseases of the eye, pediatrics, genetics, preventive ophthalmology, and lasers
• The latest clinical perspectives on such topics as:
  --Treatments for age-related macular degeneration, including anti-VEGF therapies
  --Intraocular steroid injections for retinal diseases
  --Immunomodulatory drugs
  --Treatment of corneal infections
  --Medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma
  
• Detailed appendices on visual standards, practical factors in illumination, rehabilitation of the visually handicapped, and special services available to the blind

Customer Reviews (4)

Excellent!
This book is awesome if you are studying for your COMT or COT! Very detailed with photos!

Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology
This is one of the best, if not the best, review books for the ophthalmologist (either in practice or in training).It also would be perfect for the medical student who would want a single reference to the topic.It succinctly covers a vast amount of material.
R.H.Collier, M.D.(an ophthalmologist with over 40 years of experience)

Excellent reference.
Although I have not yet finished the book, from what I have read I feel it is the perfect beginning book in ophthalmology.At least it was exactly what I was looking for as a soon-to-be ophthalmology resident.I also initially came across it as a medical student and feel it is a great book for medical students considering the field for their career.

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 areference. ... Read more

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CLINICAL OPHTHALMOLOGY has been a trusted reference through five editions for thousands of students and practitioners. Established as one of the world's leading ophthalmic resources it has now been updated for a new generation of readers with online materials including full text, downloadable images and self-assessment tools. These and many additional features ensure its continuing place as a leading textbook in its field.

• Clear, well laid out practical text
• Attractive design and layout for each chapter with colour coding and clear boxes for an at-a-glance instant access to the information when in a busy clinic.
• Written by one of the most respected authors in the field with a range of expert contributors

Customer Reviews (16)

Just a wonderful book
Structured and formatted very well, with some of the best and most accurate photos I've seen in a text, Kanski has delivered again. Everyone I know who owned a copy of the previous edition took one look at this one and bought it, which says a lot about how fantastic this edition is.

Buy it early in your career, read it, love it. Kanski is just the best.

Fantastic!
This book is a wonderful reference, I use it in my office almost daily. A must have for any Optometrist or Optician.

Ok, depending on what you're looking for.....
I purchased this book as somewhat of a comprehensive reference.I wanted something that would give useful in-depth theoretical detail about common eye conditions seen while in school; diabetic retinopathy, hypertensive retinopathy, common anterior segment disease processes, etc.While it does provide some of this information, it provides only cursory glances at many important topics.I found that it never reached any significant level of detail on anything and in some areas, just reads like a slightly expanded Wills without the treatment.There are quite a few photographs so it makes for a "pretty" book, but even many of the photos are not really all that impressive.If you're an OD/MD student looking for something to get a lot of detailed info in one place, I don't think this will be too much help. Vitreoretinal Disease (Carl Regillo)and/or Primary Care of the Posterior Seg (Alexander) are good sources for post seg pathology.Primary Care of the Anterior Seg (Catania) is great for anterior seg pathology.Those three together actually accomplished what I was looking for at the time.If you're looking for a nice photo book with some helpful info here and there, this might be just fine for you, though. For the price of a new copy, though, I think you could do much better with used copies of the texts I listed above.

Christopher Gilmartin, OD

Excellent textbook for students and Jr residents.
This is an excellent textbook for students and 1st yr residents. The materials are presented in a clear and concise manner with lots of good pictures and illustrations. It is useful in clinic as well as for overviews.The binding has improved noticeably comparing to previous editions and should hold up much better). The online access makes it very convenient. It has a search function which is much beter than just an index of topics.
I highly recommend this text to students and residents in optometry and ophthalmology.

Outstanding resource
Couldn't ask for me. the perfect resource for any optometry student. Very happy with this book. Worth every penny I paid for it. ... Read more

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A practical, symptom-orientated handbook of neuro-ophthalmology for all trainee and practising ophthalmologists.

• Practical and accessible handbook for the ophthalmologist without a specialist interest in neuro-ophthalmology and acquired strabismus.
• Simplifies a subject which is often a cause of litigation against pracising ophthalmologists and exam failure for trainees and residents.
• Aids diagnosis in a field in which mistakes may lead to medico-legal problems, eg brain tumours presenting with blurred or double vision.
• Symptom-orientated - guides the reader from the presenting symptom to diagnosis and treatment or referral, through a series of easy to follow flowcharts.
• Chapter One presents 20 "golden rules" to keep you and your patients out of trouble

Customer Reviews (2)

great indepth info
for those colleagues batling in the first line of health care in optometry a real survival guide: a great help in determining the value of many subjective findings in relation with the observations and (as so many times is the case) the near absolute void in objective findings when inspecting the person, the eyes with MIO BIO and BIOMicroscopy.
should be in every study on the desk, when the optometrist is keen onkeeping the mazes of the net as small as is humanly possible.

One of the very best
This is one of my most favorite books in the field of neuro-Ophthalmolgy. It is filled with very helpful information and beautiful pictures. When i recommmend a book in the field of neuro-Ophthalmolgy, I most often recommmend this book to my colleagues who want to get a real neuroophthalmology practice help. ... Read more

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This new edition retains the successful problem-oriented approach and full color text of the previous edition, along with wide coverage of all aspects of small animal ophthalmology and more than 150 color illustrations. In addition the new edition offers much more, including an instructional CD-Rom of 40 clinical cases comprising video clips and questions, to further improve the reader's skills in reaching an accurate diagnosis and selecting the best treatment option. All chapters have been fully revised and updated to take into account latest developments.

• Over 150 full-color illustrations on all common ophthalmic conditions


• Problem-oriented approach engages the reader and promotes learning


• Concise basic science chapter to set the background to the clinical conditions


• Comprehensive clinical examination and diagnosis chapter


• International ophthalmic formulary appendix for quick reference to drug doses and formulations


• Aimed at veterinary students and general practitioners

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Primary Care Ophthalmology is your ideal source for the most essential information on eye disease. You’ll find reviews of relevant anatomy and pathophysiology followed by easy to use outlines of the symptoms, signs, differential diagnoses, treatments, and referral indications for the ophthalmic conditions you are most likely to see in practice. With its clear focus on diagnosis and treatment, this point-of-care reference brings evidenced-based, clinically actionable information to the front lines of primary care. The free, PocketConsult handheld software package provides all the clinical text from the book. Illustrations from the book are also available in an electronic format for optional download. * Text is written mostly in easily accessible outline form, making the reference quick and efficient. * Abundant full-color illustrations include precise labels, insets, and schematics to accurately correspond to the related text. * Succinct coverage provides need-to-know information on symptoms, etiology, workup, and treatment without becoming bogged down in unnecessary details. * The PocketConsult PDA software optionally includes all illustrations from the text for reference on the move. * All instances where sight loss is possible are highlighted. * Both the book and the PDA software contain an extensive Ophthalmic Formulary. ... Read more

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AZ student studying Ophthalmology Raves about Krachmer and Palay's Book
This book provides much incite into Opthalmology.As a current student at the University of Arizona, I can personally say that this book has helped me in ways too legion to count.My professer uses the book as a guide and tells us to refer to it when we have questions, outside of class. ... Read more

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Why waste time guessing at what you need to know for the ophthalmology board exam? Maximize your exam preparation time with this quick-hit question and answer review. The unique question and single-answer format eliminates the guesswork associated with traditional multiple-choice Q&A reviews and reinforces only the correct answers you'll need to know on exam day. Emphasis is placed on distilling key facts and clinical pearls essential for exam success. Great for certification and re-certification, this high-yield review for the boards is the perfect compliment to larger texts for intense, streamlined review in the days and weeks before your exam. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

one of the best
This review book is a great, rapid fire question book with answers, similar to the Recall series most of us remember in medical school. So high yield I'm certain I bumped up my OKAP and Board scores by at least a few points. Some of the questions are out of date but so are the boards. Best section is the rapid fire optics questions. No pictures but that makes this book easier to review quickly, use it with the basic science books or friedman's open for pictures.

an ophthalmology fast review
This book permits a fast and precise review covering all the issues of
ophthalmology.
A clear and concise question and answer for subspecialities is the clue for buying this book.

Excellent OKAP high yield review
I've spent some time looking for a high yield review for the BCSC series, this book is it...it has a lot of high yield points the chief resident has been reviewing with us.

Good review book, ideal for last -minute cramming as the authors suggest
Thousands of straightforward questions followed by a concise answer.When reading this book you very quickly highlight your weaknesses and are prompted to go back to the text and review.I think that this book is most beneficial for knowing your stuff when getting pimped by attendings and fellows who tend to ask pointed questions during surgery or in clinic.This book has every question that they have ever thought to ask and many more.I would like to see some photos in this book with the same type of pointed questions since Ophthalmolgy is so dependant on clinical appearance for diagnosis and treatment.There is no dedicated pathology section, but all other topics including optics and pharmacology are tested. ... Read more

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With contributions from 18 of the world's leading equine experts, Equine Ophthalmology provides the comprehensive and authoritative coverage you need to diagnose, manage, and operate on ocular disorders in horses. Detailed illustrations facilitate the accurate identification of a wide range of ocular diseases, while up-to-date and easily accessible clinical information helps you decide on the best course of treatment.

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Customer Reviews (6)

WOW!!
Enough said...well almost! This is the best neuro-ophth review book out there. My neuro score on the OKAPS sky rocketed after I read this book. The BCS book stinks, but this book rocks. So easy to follow and review you will wonder why you ever wasted your time with any other book. The book is organized into very high yield bullet points that really pinpoint exactly what you need to know and none of the filler that you don't care about. Diagrams are easy to follow. No real pictures is the drawback, so will need an atlas or the like for pics. The section on visual fields was amazing! If neuro is your weak point (it was mine) or a strength, this book will help you regardless.

Succinct and factual
If you want a short book that is understandable, brief and delivers the clinical goods with lots of illustrations this is a good bet.

good one !
you need this one. loaded with info, small, current and high yield. the price makes the value exceptional. it does fall short on the explanation side, so it is not a reference text in any way but it is a great review manual.

fantastic book
Excellent review source for neuro-ophthalmology.Hits highlights of important topics, much more concise than the ophthalmology basic science series neuro-ophthalmology book or other texts such as Glaser, walsh & hoyt etc. A must to use for studying for the ophthalmology boards.There are even some surgical diagrams such as the basic steps in performing optic nerve sheath decompression.

And in response to the previous review, Dr. Kline is an ophthalmologist, and the book is geared more toward ophthalmologists than neurologists, although it is certainly beneficial for both.

Brilliant summary
This book is a brilliant summary of neuro-ophthalmology which is a perfect guide to writing clear essays in exams and useful for sorting out diagnostic issues in the clinic. ... Read more

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Excellent for Medical Students
You learn nothing about ophthalmology in medical school. If you are planning to do an ophthalmology elective, this book is quite helpful. It fits in your white coat, lots of pictures, easy to read, and gets to the point. Great buy ... Read more

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"A definite visual feast, this book is a prize for any bookshelf." (American Journal of Ophthalmology, review of the last edition) The 3rd Edition of this critically acclaimed source offers unparalleled visual guidance on state-of-the-art ocular diagnostic imaging, pathology, and surgery. More than 3,400 outstanding photographs and line drawings (over 1,800 in full color) richly capture a full range of common and uncommon eye disorders and the methods used to treat them. And, a bonus CD enables users to incorporate all of the book's images into electronic presentations.

• Features contributions from 20 world-renowned authorities.
  
• Discusses examination, investigation, and diagnosis for each ophthalmic syndrome, as well as relevant embryology, histology, pathology, and ocular manifestations of systemic disease.
  
• Offers an organization both by chapter and by ophthalmic subspecialty, making information easy to find.

Customer Reviews (9)

A good atlas. Not quite a comprehensive textbook though.
I like the spalton atlas a lot. The pictures are of good quality but there are a number of complaints I have. First is the size. It is very tall and unwieldy. Taller than the Yanoff book although not as wide. The text is somewhat unpredictable with significant detail on some topics but quite cursory coverage of others. I do like how the atlas specifically refers and often points out findings in the photographs. The other thing that bothers me is the atlas has no specific pediatrics section. The competition is the Wills atlas, Kanski text and Kanski atlas, Mass eye and ear atlas, Yanoff text. Overall, I would say this book offers an excellent resource for good pictures with some supplementary text. If looking for only pictures,consider "clinical diagnosis in ophthalmology" by kanski. If looking for more of a textbook, consider the other yanoff book or other kanski book. If looking for a pocket atlas, consider the mass eye and ear text. If looking for a thinner more portable atlas, albeit less comprehensive, consider the wills atlas.

Excellent atlas
As a first year ophthalmology resident, I wanted an atlas to supplement the topics presented in the BCS series.The text in BCS is quite thorough but the pictures may as well have been taken from space they way they show detail.So far, I have been very impressed with the Spalton atlas.They have tons of large, high quality pictures, but as other reviewers have stated, the biggest benefit is the cartoon drawings next to each picture with arrows and labels to point out the important features (Contrast to BCS -- they give you a picture of the entire fundus of a diabetic patient for "IRMA" and let you guess where it is).The only downsides of this book as far as I'm concerned are as mentioned by others: 1) the binding is definitely not sturdy enough for the size of the book, 2) the CD-ROM is not well organized for looking up images (i.e. the descriptions are often not correctly tied to the search engine), and 3) the price (although not much different from a lot of other similar books).Otherwise, I would give it 5/5.Still highly recommend this to any ophthalmology resident looking for a good picture atlas.

excellent textbook
The review of anatomy before each chapter and the depth and variety of conditions is excellent!Our systemic disease and their ocular manifestations professor here at UC Berkeley School of Optometry has been teaching from this text because we can learn so much from the pictures.

Outstanding atlas in a cheap binding
As with many Elsevier books, Spalton's is high quality context - and Spalton's is outstanding - but the book is bound in flimsy paper.Our copy arrived with the spine partially ripped at the joint; just resting this hefty volume on end ripped the front bottom corner of the cover. Looks great, but constructing a hardbound book with flimsy paper is a travesty.

Would have been 5 stars if it had been edited well and on non-glossy paper
Great book, but I actually like the earlier edition better.I have the latest edition, but was disappointed with the many errors in the book and on the CD that accompanies the book.The Index has numerous errors as topics are not listed on the pages stated in the index.The CD also has numerous errors as the pictures dont coincide with the chapters in the book even though they are supposed to.

And finally the photos are printed on glossy paper making the details of the photos hard to see under reading light.The older edition used non glossy paper which made the pictures much easier to see.If they fix these two problems (indexing error and paper quality) then this book will receive a 5 rating from me. ... Read more

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Everything You Need to Make Quick, Accurate Clinical Diagnoses of Ocular Diseases

Clinical Ophthalmology Atlas is a time-saving, highly accurate resource designed to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of ocular disease.This comprehensive volume covers the full spectrum of common and uncommon eye diseases, identifying and describing each disorder with more than 2,000 high-quality, full-color photographs and concise, clinically-relevant text.

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picture quality
I am extremely disappointed of the pictures quality. Its very hard to believe the printing quality of those precious picture can be that worse in nowaday technology. That quality look like faded and 60's - 70's pics ... Read more

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This concise text is an ideal complement to the medical student curriculum and is an important text for primary care residents and physicians. It features practical information on the diagnosis, management and referral of common ocular disorders and summarizes important ophthalmic concepts, techniques and facts with annotated resources for additional information.
This new edition includes updates on neuro-ophthalmology, ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, and drugs and the eye. Additional topics include eye examination, acute and chronic visual loss, the red eye, ocular and orbital injuries, and amblyopia and strabismus. ... Read more

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Based on valuable customer feedback, Doctors Yanoff and Duker have streamlined their best-selling reference, Ophthalmology, to zero in on just the clinical answers you need in day-to-day practice. They've removed most of the basic science and anatomy information from the printed book and put it on the companion web site where it is easily accessible along with the entire contents of the book. This new edition presents unparalleled guidance on nearly every ophthalmic condition and procedure and includes 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 so much more. And, as an Expert Consult title with enhanced online features, this meticulously updated 3rd edition comes with access to the complete contents online plus additional basic science information, fully searchable, surgical video clips, quarterly updates, and a downloadable image library for use in electronic presentations.

• Discusses every aspect of ophthalmology for complete coverage in a single volume.
  
• Uses 2250 full-color illustrations that depict a wide range of ophthalmic techniques and disorders.

Customer Reviews (10)

Good choice, but some flaws
I'm a second-year resident in ophthalmology. I wanted to get this book since it's been around for some 10 years now and it has good references. And the truth is, it is a nice one, full of clinical images and tables, streamlined format, color-coded for convenience, up-to-date with some of the newest therapies and backed up on the newest research, well explained surgical procedures, easy to read to the point that it covers only the most relevant information, and great for the busy life and often limited study time of the resident; I definetily use it as a starting point for reviewing any given topic, but please note, ONLY as a starting point, since it is not as thorough as one might need, and this is especially true for oculoplastics. The bottom line is that I recommend this book for fast and accurate gathering of general information, previos to a more detailed review on more robust texts, or to efficiently reinforce essentials on previuosly acquired knowledge. Hope this helps.

Yes, get it for Optometry!
This is an excellent review of most ocular diseases.It is NOT too much for Optometry.Those kind of reviews are what allows other health care professionals to belittle our profession.We must know and treat all ocular diseases as Optometric physicians and this book provides great information and pictures.Of course, more pictures are always better and Yanoff and Duker have only chosen to display pictures of typical presentations of conditions.However, this book provides a good basis of important information.

Don't get it for Optometry
This book is way too much.We were required to get it for Disease class and I regret it!This book has entirely too much information and goes into too much detail.It's very hard to carry around anywhere or even to use in the office.They should have put it in 2 volumes and had it divided into surgery and disease processes or something.Bottom line, too much information for most people.

Excellent Resource
As an ophthlamology resident, I find that this is the most comprehensive textbook available in the field. While in my first year I was satisfied using the BSCS and Kanski as my primary references, I now find that I am turning more frequently to Yanoff and Duker as my primary source of information for grand rounds, OKAP studying, and Board review. While the text is large, it is highly accurate and full of high quality illustrations and figures. This translates to less time spent cross-referencing information, and more time absorbing the well-written text and learning the information. This text is an essential volume.

I like this book, but tend to use another more often.
I'm one who likes medical texts, and I actually try to read most of what I buy.This is a excellent text.I think the organization is good, but that there is definitely room for improvement.The pictures are good, and the text is excellent, but could be slightly more concise.For these reasons, in addition to the very large size of the book, whenever there is something I need to look up, I generally reach for the Kanski textbook first as I find the pictures are just as good, the text slightly more concise but just as informative, and it is definitely easier on my back.I would recommend this book, but would look at Kanski too before you make your decision. ... Read more

Product Description
This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. The cases discussed in Small Animal Ophthalmology cover selected areas of the subject, in particular common or potentially frustrating cases, as well as the occasional less frequently encountered diseases which should, nonetheless, be recognised by general practitioners. Each section is fully illustrated and useful appendices are included, covering ophthalmic emergencies, conditions which should be checked for in young animals and commonly used pharmacological agents.

• Unique new cased-based approach relating essential theory to clinical practice
• Modern, highly designed and illustrated so key information can be seen at a glance
• Self testing, MCQs and remediation means these books are ideally suited for CPD or as an exam revision aid
• Essential for all general small animal veterinary practitioners and students

Customer Reviews (1)

Yonatan Cohen ,Israel
Very useful ,very handy ,the book has given facts other then usual textbook. authors sincere efforts towards presentation are worth to applause, However I would surely suggest this book.
Yonatan Cohen,Israel ... Read more