2020-2021 Basic And Clinical Science Course (Tm) (Bcsc), Section 01: Update On General Medicine

Ingraham, Herbert J.

ISBN 10: 1681043572 / ISBN 13: 9781681043579

Published by American Academy Of Ophthalmology, 2020

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: 2020-2021 Basic And Clinical Science Course (Tm) (Bcsc), Section 01: Update On General Medicine
• Publisher: American Academy Of Ophthalmology
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1681043572
• ISBN 13: 9781681043579
• Binding: Paperback / Softback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.77 kilograms

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Section 1 provides a thorough, yet concise, update on all areas of medicine. Covers systemic medical conditions most likely to affect ophthalmic patients, such as infectious, metabolic, neurologic and cardiovascular diseases; cancer; and rheumatic and endocrine disorders. It also covers the latest recommendations for the treatment of hypertension and hypercholesterolemia and includes two videos demonstrating responses to in-office emergency situations. Get the most out of each section with highlights at the start of every chapter. Updated information on obstructive sleep apnea and the new classes of anticoagulants is also included. Both print and eBook users have access to the videos. Includes a discussion of preventive medicine and medical emergencies, geriatrics and statistics. Ophthalmic considerations are highlighted throughout. Contains references and tables listing the names, indications and side effects of antibiotic, antihypertensive and anticancer drugs. Upon completion of Section 1, readers should be able to: - Describe the ophthalmic manifestations of major systemic diseases - Summarize the major disease processes affecting most of the adult population, and briefly explain how preventive measures may reduce the morbidity and mortality they cause - List some of the factors associated with a patients compliance or noncompliance with medical regimens Section chair: Herbert J. Ingraham, MD About the BCSC The Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course is ophthalmologys definitive source of clinical information. Practicing ophthalmologists and residents worldwide use the BCSC® to ensure the highest-quality patient care. Rely on the ophthalmic reference that is rigorously reviewed by 100+ ophthalmologists so you can focus on whats most relevant. Each of the 13 volumes includes up-to-date clinical knowledge, concise information and tables, self-assessment questions with answers, photos and illustrations and opportunities for earning AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Beginning with the 20132014 edition, the Academy and the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) have partnered to make the BCSC the standard text for all European ophthalmology training programs. The EBO now recommends the BCSC as the primary educational resource for European trainees and ophthalmologists studying for the annual EBO Diploma Exam. CME Information The American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.