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الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Programme Specifications

(Academic year: 2015 – 2016 )

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

A. Basic Information:

1. Program title: Master in Ophthalmology

2. Program Award/Degree: Master Dergree

3. Department(s) offering the programme: Ophthalmology Department

4. Program Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Hesham Fouad El Goweini

5. External evaluator(s): Prof Dr Magdy Mousa, Professor of ophthalmology Tanta

University

6. Type of the program: Single

7. Date of most recent program specifications approval: 14/09/2015

B. Professional Information

1- Programme Aims

Understand the basic eye & adnexal structures and functions and the mechanisms by which different

diseases alter them.

2. Utilize different information sources to upgrade their scientific knowledge with the ability of

self learning , critical appraisal and evaluation

3. Introduce the candidates to the recent advances in Ophthalmology and their impacts on the

diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities of the treating doctor.

4. Encourage the candidates to participate in research work relevant to the field of

Ophthalmology as well as to enroll in multidiscipline team work with the various specialties

involved in patient care

2- Acdemic reference standards (ARS)& ILOs:

Academic reference standards of Master Degree in ophthalmology designed and approved by

Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University. Based on:

Generic Academic Reference Standards (ARS): Postgraduate Medical Education, Egypt (2009).

Published by National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE)

National [http://naqaae.org/main/php/book/index.php]

Benchmarks (if any) http://www.rcophth.ac.uk/about/publications/

Domain Academic

Reference Standards

Ilos

A. Knowledge and

understanding

Graduate of this

program must have

knowledge and

understanding of:

• Basic facts,

theories of the

specialty &

related subjects /

advances / in the

various fields of

ophthalmology.

• Quality

standards of

practice.

Al. Define their knowledge about the

organization & function of the various

parts of the eye.

A2. Recognize the basic sciences related

to the field of ophthalmology in relation

to the various subjects whether directly

related to the field like-optics or generally

like general microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases as well as

the recent advances related to such fields

whether investigative or therapeutic.

A3. Identify the pathology of the normal

and abnormal processes.

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

A4.recognise the pharmacological basis

of use of various drugs in the treatment of

common ocular conditions and their side

effects

A5. Define the treatment options for

common health problems, recognizing the

different levels of interventions.

B. Intellectual skills Graduates must be able

to :

*Interpret, analyze &

evaluate the

information to solve

problems.

*Take professional

decisions in wide range

of professional

situations.

*Conduct a scientific

research &/or write

scientific systematic

approach to a research

problem.

Bl- Analyze the clinical signs and

symptoms of ophthalmic problems to

reach a diagnosis /differential diagnosis

B2- Integrate the various scientific

information in a comprehensive and well

formatted form

B3- Plan the appropriate Treatment /

investigations for each patient to help

reaching the diagnosis

B4- Choose between different treatment

modalities based on best practice

evidence and cost effectiveness .

B5.Design a plan of medical or surgical

management of various ocular problems

b6.Formulate search questions related to

patients’ problems bl. Utilize different

models to upgrade the scientific

knowledge including self learning &

continuous medical education

C. Professional

skills

Carry out all basic and

procedural

investigations related to

the field of

Ophthalmology

*Integrate the various

investigative findings

into a plausible

conclusion

*Carry out basic

surgeries related to

common eye problems.

Cl. Perform a systematized ophthalmic

examination including the proper and

correct usage of the various standard

ophthalmic instrumentations e.g. Slit

lamp biomicroscopy.

C2. Perform some of the investigative

techniques like fundus fluorescein

angiography.

C3. Prepare reports relevant to various

investigative tools.

C4. Perform selected supervised surgeries

related primarily to common eye

conditions facing the candidate in his/her

everyday practice like lid surgeries and

cataract surgery.

C5. Assess properly any operative or

postoperative complications and deal

efficiently with.

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

D. General and

transferrable

skills

Graduate should be

competent in the

following:

* Communicate with

the various health team

personnel in the

decision regarding

patient management.

*Communicate with

patients in a

comprehensive and

simple way

* Retrieve information

from all sources (

printed, electronic,

communications etc...).

*Use IT to improve

his/her professional

practice.

Dl. Contribute efficiently in a multi-

professional team working. D2 cooperate

with colleagues, seniors & subordinates in

a health team to accomplish work duties

efficiently

D3. Present information to patients

according to their educational level

utilizing verbal and available audiovisual

tools.

D4.manage effectively situations where

communication is difficult as in

discussing operative or postoperative

complications }

D5. Demonstrate good knowledge when

dealing with computer skills d6.recognise

twvalue of self and lifelong learning as

the basis for professional development

D7. Demonstrate effective written and

oral skills for presentation of scientific

information to different audiences in the

field of ophthalmology

D8.utilize effective methods of data entry

and analysis using various computer

programs specially those related to

statistical analysis

E. Attitudes and

ethical behavior

*Teach and implement

ethical regulations in his

professional and

practical practices.

El. Respect patient privacy and dignity.

E2. Recognize the ethical principles that

govern the doctor/patient relationship

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

Program ILOs Matrix / courses

ILOs Course title

A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 Cl C2 C3 C4 C5 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 El E2

Clinical ophthalmic

physiology X X X X X X X

Clinical ophthalmic anatomy

X X x x x x

Optics X X X X X X X X

Ophthalmic microbiology X X x x X

Ophthalmic Pathology X X x x x x x

Ophthalmic pharmacology X X X X X X X X

Cornea &external disease X X X X X X X X X X

Cataract &refractive surgery X x X x x x x x X x X x x x X X X X X X X

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

Strabismus X X x X X X x X X

Retina X X X X X X X X X

Glaucoma X x x X x X X X X X X X x x X X X X X X X X X X X X

Oculoplastic surgery X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

Oncology and uveitis X x X X

Neuro-ophthalmology X x x X X X X X X x x X x x X x X x x x X x X X

Trauma &ocular emergency x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Skill transfer I X X x x x x

Skill transfer II x x x

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

Curriculum Structure and Contents:

Program duration: This program is fulfilled in not less than 3 years with a maximum of 7 years

(semesters& thesis).

Program structure: A. Obligatory subjects: 29 Credit Hours.

B. Thesis: 8 Credit Hours

C. . Preparatory courses (statistics and research): 3 credit hours

D. Total 40 credit hours.

4- Programme Admission Requirements: According to the regulations of the credit hour bylaws of the Faculty of Medicine

Alexandria University (annex).

5- Regulations for Progression and Programme Completion: According to the regulations of the credit hour bylaws of the Faculty of Medicine

Alexandria University (annex).

Course

Code

Course Title Numbe

r of

Units

No of Hours/Week

Lectures Practical Clinical

05500801 Basics of research 3

1 05250801 Clinical ophthalmic physiology 2.0 2.0

2 05250802 Clinical ophthalmic anatomy 2.0 2.0

3 05250803 Optics 2.0 1.0 1.0 4 05250804 Ophthalmic microbiology 1.0 1.0

5 05250805 Ophthalmic pathology 1.0 0.5 0.5 6 05250806 ophthalmic pharmacology 1.0 1.0

7 05250707 Cornea& external ocular diseases 2 1.0 1.0 8 05250708 Cataract & refractive surgery 2 1.0 1.0 9 05250709 Strabismus 1.0 1.0 1.0 10 05250810 Retina 2.0 1.0 1.0 11 05250811 Glaucoma 2 1.0 1.0 12 05250812 Oculoplastic surgery 2 1.0 1.0 13 05250813 Oncology and uveitis 2.0 1.5 1.0 19 05250814 Neuro-ophthalmology 2. 1.5 1.0 20 05250815 Trauma & ocular emergencies 1.0 1.0

21 05250816 Skill transfer I 2.0 2.0 05250817 Skill transfer 2.0 2.0

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

6- Methods of student assessment:

Methods Intended Learning outcomes to be

assessed 1. Written Exam al - a5, bl,c5 2. Practical Exam a5, b2 - b5,d4, cl- c4 d3,el-e2 3.Thesis dl- d3, d5 - d8,b6-b7,el-e2

7- Methods of programme evaluation:

Evaluator Tool Sample 1. Students enrolled in the program Questionnaires. 2. Alumni

3. Stakeholders (Employers) Focus group 4. External Evaluator (s)

5. Others:

Program Director: Prof Dr. Ashraf Shaarawy

Program Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Hesham Fouad El Goweini

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Obligatory courses: Code Credit hours (1.0) Course Prerequisites

1 05250701 Lectures 1.0

Clinical Clinical and Applied Anatomy for

Ophthalmology

This course includes applied anatomy of the lids and lacrimal system, applied surgical anatomy of

the bony orbit and orbital structures, surgical anatomy of the extraocular muscles and its relation to

strabismus surgery, applied anatomy of the eye ball, anatomy of the optic nerve, neuroanatomy and

clinical anatomy of the visual pathway.

2 Code Credit hours (0.5 ) Course Prerequisites

051408250 Lectures Clinical 0.25 0.25 General Anatomy for

Ophthalmology

This course includes the basic general anatomy of the skull, anatomy of the lateral geniculate body,

brain stem and visual cortex, basic anatomy of the autonomic nervous system of the eye and

embryology of the eye.

3 Code Credit hours (0.1 ) Course Prerequisites

05250814

Lectures 1.0 Clinical and applied physiology for ophthalmology I

This course will cover applied physiology of the eyelids and movements, applied physiology of the

lacrimal apparatus and its relation to ocular surface disorders , applied physiology of the cornea ,

aqueous humor and intraocular pressure and its relation to different types of glaucoma, applied

physiology of the pupil and accommodation and of the lens , physiology of the vitreous and , applied

physiology of optic nerve , somatosensory sensation of eye , clinical applications of visual acuity and its

relation to refractive surgery ,

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

4 Code Credit hours (1.0 ) Course Prerequisites

05250815

Lectures 1.0 Clinical and applied physiology for ophthalmology II

05250814

This course will cover applied physiology ocular circulation , physiology of the retina , applied

physiology of, electrical phenomena of the eye , adaptation and photochemistry of vision ,

entopic and allied phenomena , clinical applications of visual field examination electromagnetic

spectrum , applied and clinical physiology of colour vision and binocular vision and its relation

to treatment of amblyopia and neurosensory adaptation .

5 Code Credit hours (0.5 ) Course Prerequisites

052008250 Lectures 0.5

Clinical Basic Physiology for

Ophthalmology

The course includes the basic physiology of pituitary hormones, thyroid hormones, insulin and

blood glucose control. It also covers the basic physiology of haemostasis, neuronal and

neuromuscular transmission and autonomic nervous system of the eye .

6 Code Credit hours ( 1 . 0 ) Course Prerequisites

05250819 Lectures Clinical 0.5 0.5 Clinical Optics I

This course includes principles of physical & geometric optics, schematic & reduced eye,

refractive errors, visual acuity measurement, contrast sensitivity, accommodation and

accommodative problems, spectacle lenses, bifocals, hard contact lenses, correction of

ammetropia, IOLs & IOL power calculation.

7 Code Credit hours ( 1.0 ) Course Prerequisites

05250820 Lectures Clinical 0.5 0.5 Clinical Optics II 05250819

This course includes retinoscopy, subjective re distance, IPD, accommodative power, multifocal

keratometer, automated refractometers, corneal to specular microscopy, operating microscope,

lense Taction, measurement of back vertex lenses, ophthalmoscopy, lensmeter & pography devices,

pachymetry & s for fundoscopy & fundus camera.

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

8 Code Credit hours (1.5 ) Course Prerequisites

05250704 Lectures Clinical 1.0 0.5 Applied Ophthalmic Pathology 05250701

The course includes the pathology of congenital ocular anomalies, granulomatous and nongranulomatous

inflammations, surgical and non-surgical ocular trauma, skin and lacrimal system pathological

conditions, external eye pathological conditions, uveal pathology, lens pathology, retinal and vitreous

pathology, optic nerve pathology and orbital pathology. It also includes the applied pathology of DM,

pathology of glaucoma and ocular tumours.

Code Credit hours (0.5 ) Course Prerequisites

9 052808250 Lectures 0.5

Clinical Basic Pathology for Ophthalmology

The course includes the basic principles of pathology of inflammations, immunology and cellular and

tissue reactions.

10 Code Credit hours (1.0) Course Prerequisites

05250705 Lectures Clinical 0.7 0.3 Ophthalmic Microbiology

The course includes the pathology of basic knowledge of organisms affecting the eye, different culture

media, sterilization and disinfection techniques, different types of hypersensitivity reactions. It also

includes studying different applied and clinical aspects ocular infection with bacteria, viruses, fungi and

chlamydia affections.

11 Code Credit hours (1.0 ) Course Prerequisites

05250817 Lectures Clinical 1.0 Applied ophthalmic

pharmacology

The course includes the basic know inflammation and infection, advers immunosuppressive drugs and

local pharmacology for ophthalmic dosag miotics , local anaesthetics , stains , treatment and drugs

used for intraoc edge of drugs used in ocularocularreaction to systemic drugs , anesthetics . it also includes the applied

e forms , cycloplegics , mydriatics , antificial tears , drugs used for glaucoma ular infections.

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

12 Code Credit hours (2) Course Prerequisites

05250706 Lectures 1.0

Clinical 1.0

Basic Ophthalmic

Examination

The course includes teaching of basic c skills)

for diagnosis of different ocular dis diseases,

orbit and adnexae, pediatric case student

should master all the basic methoc of this

course.

inical information (cognitive and technical eases,

glaucoma, cataract, retina, external eye s, squint

and neuro-ophthalmology . The s and instruments

for examination by the end

13 Code Credit hours (2) Course Prerequisites

05250707 Lectures Clinical 1.0 1.0 Advanced Ophthalmic

Examination Techniques

05250706

The course includes transferring cognitive and technical skills of al diagnostic techniques in all the

ophthalmic fields . This includes topog pachymetry, specular microscopy , ultrasonography,

perimetry , fluort angiography, OCT , Hess screen .

14 Code Credit hours (2.5 ) Course Prerequisites

05250708 Lectures Clinical 1.5 1.0 Applied Medical and Clinical

Ophthalmology

05250706 05250707

The course includes teaching basic knowledge and technical skills for the diagnosis and

management of all ophthalmic cases including external eye diseases , orbit and adnexae, squint,

glaucoma , cataract, uvea, retina and neuro ophthalmology .

15 Code Credit hours (2.5 ) Course Prerequisites

05250709 Lectures 1.5

Clinical 1.0

Advanced and Complex Cases of

Medical Ophthalmology 05250706 05250707 05250708

The course includes teaching how to diagnose and manage all the advanced and complicated cases

of ophthalmology in the fields of retina and uvea .

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

16 Code Credit hours (2) Course Prerequisites

05250710 Lectures 1.0

Clinical 1.0

Fundamental of Ophthalmic

Surgery

This course includes studying the genera surgery, magnification used in surgery: The Instruments used

in ophthalmic surgery: Basic instruments, instruments used in subs anesthesia, suturing & wound

healing, surg sterilization in ophthalmic surgery, organize machines used in ophthalmic surgery phaco

& endolaser . principles of surgery including ophthalmic operating microscope & surgical loupes, peciality domain, sutures & needles, ocular cal aids: viscoelastics, gases & fluids, ition of surgical

theatre & combating infection, machines, vitrectomy machines, diathermy, cryo & endolaser

17 Code Credit hours (2 ) Course Prerequisites

05250711 Lectures 1.0

Clinical 1.0

Step 1 Ophthalmic Surgery 05250710

The course includes lectures and skill transfer in oculoplasty, ocular trauma, glaucoma and squint

surgery. It also includes wet lab training for cataract and retinal surgery.

18 Code Credit hours (2.5 ) Course Prerequisites

05250712 Lectures Clinical 1.5 1.0 Skill transfer in Ophthalmic

Surgery

05250710 05250711

The course includes lectures and skil surgery, ophthalmic lasers, cases of sim transfer in cataract surgery, advanced glaucoma pie retinal detachment, and problematic cases of squint.

19 Code Credit hours (2.5 ) Course Prerequisites

05250713 Lectures 1.5

Clinical 1.0

Surgical Management of Challenging

Ophthalmic Cases 05250710 05250711 05250712

The course includes lectures and practical training by wet labs and patient management in problematic

surgical cases in pediatric cataract, IOL implantation , plastic surgery, special types of glaucoma,

vitrectomies , IOFB management, intraocular and orbital tumors .

الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم واالعتماد

20 Code Credit hours (0.5 ) Course Prerequisites

05250816 Lectures 0.5

Clinical Basics of scientific research

in ophthalmology

This course include introduction to and basic statistics research method research protocol.

?asic of ophthalmic research, sampling ology, it also includes how to write aresearch protocol

21 Code Credit hours (1.5 ) Course Prerequisites

05250818 Lectures 0.5

Clinical 1,0

Ocular trauma

This course include introduction to ocular trauma , its classification , anterior segment trauma ,

posterior segment trauma, intraocular foreign bodies and also chemical injuries , and biow out

fractures. Practical part will include ; clinical participation in the ocular emergency management.

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Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250801 Course Name: Clinical Ophthalmic physiology

Program in which the Course is Given: Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

This course will cover applied physiology of the eyelids and movements, applied physiology of the

lacrimal apparatus and its relation to ocular surface disorders , applied physiology of the cornea ,

aqueous humor and intraocular pressure and its relation to different types of glaucoma , applied

physiology of the pupil and accommodation and of the lens , physiology of the vitreous and ,

applied physiology of optic nerve , somatosensory sensation of eye , clinical applications of visual

acuity and its relation to refractive surgery ,

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of the

various parts of the eye.

A1.Recall how the various structures of the

eye are adapted to their physiological role in

the function of the various parts of the globe.

a2. Recognize the physiological changes

related to various diseases affecting the

anterior structures of the eye.

a3. Recognize the physiological changes

related to various diseases affecting the

posterior structures of the eye. a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like Optics or

generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases.

a4. Identify the physiological aspects related

to the functions of the various structures of

the eye.

a5. Identify the relation between various

physiological changes in various ocular

structures and disease processes affecting

one or more ocular structures.

A6. Relate the physiological functions to

their anatomic knowledge of eye structures.

B. Intellectual

skills

b7. Utilize different models to

upgrade the scientific knowledge b1. Relate the physiology of the various

parts of the eye to each other as well as their

2.0

2

including self learning &

continuous medical education. affection with physiological changes in the

body in various normal and pathological

conditions

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

D. General Skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d1. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d2. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d3. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

d8.Utilize effective methods of

data entry and analysis using

various computer programs

specially those related to

statistical analysis

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

Eyelids √ Aqueous humour √ IOP √ Accommodation √ Cornea I √ Cornea II √ Pupil √ Lacrimal apparatus √ Somatic sensation √ Lens √ Extraocular Muscles √

3

Visual Acuity √ Vitreous √ optic nerve √ Retina √ Ocular circulation √ Visual field I √ Visual field II √ Photoreceptors √ Visual adaptation & Night blindness I √ Visual adaptation & Night blindness II √ Colour vision √ Entoptic phenomena √ Radiometry & photometry √ Binocular Vision I √ Binocular Vision II √ Flectrical phenomena I √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 100 %

Practical/Clinical Exam %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Adler’s physiology of the eye

Suggested Extra Reading

American academy of ophthalmology

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Faten Ali Hussein Signature:

4

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

1

Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250807 Course Name: Cornea and external eye diseases

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims The course introduces the candidates to cognitive and technical skills of all the advanced diagnostic

techniques in corneal and external eye diseases . This includes topography , Bachymetry, specular

microscopy , ultrasonography and slit lamp microscopy,

It also includes the common diseases and its management. .

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of

the various parts of the eye.

a1. Identify the various functions of the

ocular adnexae and how this relates to the

different methods of advanced examination

a2. . Identify the various functions of the

cornea and how this relates to the different

methods of advanced examination a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like Optics or

generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases as

well as the recent advances

related to such fields whether

investigative or therapeutic.

a3. Describe the advanced clinical

information related to the diagnosis of

various ocular conditions like the effect of

various tear constituents on dry eye .

a4. Identify the various innovations related

to the various subspecialty fields in

ophthalmology

a5. Indicate the conditions where such

investigations are performed as well as the

expected results and their interpretation

B. Intellectual

skills

b1- Analyze the clinical signs and

symptoms of ophthalmic

problems to reach a diagnosis

b1. Demonstrate the ability to reach a

general diagnosis from the data obtained by

the various examination techniques.

1.0 1.0

2

/differential diagnosis

b2- Integrate the various scientific

information in a comprehensive

and well formatted form

b2. Prepare a well formatted and systemic

report which highlights the main findings

related to the condition for which the test

was ordered.

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Perform a systematized

ophthalmic examination including

the proper and correct usage of

the various standard ophthalmic

instrumentations e.g. slit lamp

biomicroscopy.

c1. Perform the various types of ocular

examination in a systemic well formatted

way in order to reach a general diagnosis

c2. Perform the various advanced

investigative tools with good knowledge

about the stepped order by which they are

performed

c2. Perform some of the

investigative techniques like

fundus fluorescein angiography.

c3. Perform some of the advanced

investigative techniques such as fluorescein

angiography

c3. Prepare reports relevant to

various investigative tools

c4. Prepare a well organized final report

showing mainly the positive finding related

to the condition investigated

c5. Assess properly any operative

or postoperative complications

and deal efficiently with.

c5. Integrate the various findings from the

examinations performed to properly

diagnose any postoperative complication

c6. Plan the proper method of management

of such complication in view of the recent

knowledge acquired regarding such a

situation.

D. General Skills

d4.Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

as in discussing operative or

postoperative complications

d1. Demonstrate proper methods of

communication and patient advise during

examination especially in difficult situations

like examination of a child or a physically

handicapped. d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d2. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d3. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

d4. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

3

Ophthalmology

d8.Utilize effective methods of

data entry and analysis using

various computer programs

specially those related to

statistical analysis

d5. Demonstrate ability to organize a spread

sheet for entry of various data to be analyzed

for the sake of performing a statistical

analysis to reach a feasible conclusion about

a disease process or a treatment strategy.

E. Ethical Issues e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Acquire the proper knowledge related to

patient privacy in a clinical setup including

his/her right for examination in the absence

of relatives

e2. Recognize the ethical

principles that govern the

doctor/patient relationship

e 2 . Realize the proper attitude when

dealing with medical information related to

the patient

e 3. Acquire the proper way of introducing

the test to be performed to the patient

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

Corneal Examination √ √

Non- infective keratitis √ √

Congenital and corneal degeneration √ √

Corneal dystrophies √ √

Infective keratitis √ √

Corneal ectasia √ √

Dry eye diagnosis and management √ √

Ocular allergy √ √

Watering eye diagnosis √ √

Eyelid inflammatory disorders √ √

Extra ocular muscle testing √ √

Horizontal deviations √ √

4

Vertical deviations √ √

Paralytic restrictive strabismus √ √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70 %

Practical/Clinical Exam 30 %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Dr Ibrahim Alam Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof. Dr. Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr. Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

Course Specifications

FQAP – 034 – 04

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department:

Course Information

Course Code: 05250813 Course Name: Oncology and Uveitis

Program in which the Course is Given: Master degree

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

To orient the general ophthalmologist with the most common causes of the uveitis and the most frequently encountered ocular tumors in the different age groups

Intended Learning Outcomes

(ILOs)

Program ILO

(refer to program

matrix)

Course ILOs

A. Knowledge

and

Understanding

A.1. understand the

pathophysiology of

the main uveitis

causes and the

main ocular tumors

a1.Revise the anatomy. Physiology and pathology of uvea

a2. Revise the basic pathology of ocular tumours

a3.Study herpetic uveitis, toxoplasmosis, and sarcoidosis

2.0

B. Intellectual

skills

B.1 analyse case

scenarios of

important diseases

b1.Train on case studies of Behcet diseases and JIA.

b2.Schedule a schematic approach for a case of posterior

uveitis

C.Professional

and Practical

Skills

C.1 learn how to

clinically examine a

case of uveitis

c1. Practice clinical examination of cases of uveitis

c2. Master slit lamp bio microscopy examination.

c3. Describe the diagnostic points in different imaging

techniques of intraocular tumors.

c4. Observe and describe examination of a retinoblastoma

case by a ret-camera.

D. General

Skills

D.1 establishing a

proper doctor patient

relationship that will

support treatment of

a chronic disease

d1.Practice parents meetings for cases of retinoblastoma.

d2. Communicate with anesthesia and oncology specialists

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

1. Classification of uveitis

2. Anterior uveitis

3. Intermediate uveitis

4. Non infectious posterior uveitis.

5. Infectious posterior uveitis

6. White dot syndromes

7. Scleritis

8. Episcleritis

9. Peripheral ulcerative keratitis

10. retinoblastoma

11. uveal melanoma

12. steroid use

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*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay Objective questions

Case OSCE/OSPE

* *

*

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term

End of term *

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70%

Practical/Clinical Exam 30%

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Of the department

Course Text Books

Kanski and American Academy of

ophthalmology

Suggested Extra Reading

Duane textbook

Journals and Periodicals, others

British journal of ophthalmology

Course Instructor:

Name: Prof Dr Amin Malaty Signature:

Program Coordinator:

Name: Prof. Hesham Elgoweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department):

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

* *

Course Specifications

FQAP – 034 – 04

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department:

Course Information

Course Code: 05250816 Course Name: Skill transfer ophthalmology I

Program in which the Course is Given:

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

An integrated course aiming at improving the clinical skills of the students. It aims at dealing with the patient as whole unite.after finishing all the other subspecialized courses.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to program matrix)

A. Knowledge

and

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about the organization & function of the various parts of the eye.

B. Intellectual

skills

b2- Integrate the various scientific information in a comprehensive and well formatted form

2.0

b3- Plan the appropriate Treatment / investigations for each patient to help reaching the diagnosis

C.Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Perform a systematized ophthalmic

examination including the proper and

correct usage of the various standard

ophthalmic instrumentations e.g. slit lamp

biomicroscopy.

c1. Perform the various types of ocular examination in a

systemic well formatted way in order to reach a general

diagnosis

c2. Perform advanced examination techniques in

complicated cases

c4. Perform selected supervised surgeries

related primarily to common eye conditions

facing the candidate in his/her everyday

practice like lid surgeries and cataract

surgery.

c3. Illustrate the ability to take professional decisions in

a wide range of professional situations.

c5. Assess properly any operative or

postoperative complications and deal

efficiently with.

c5. Demonstrate proper decision making in the setup of

any operative interference.

D. General

Skills

D.1

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

All clinical simple and

problematic cases

✓ ✓

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay Objective questions

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term

End of term

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam

Practical/Clinical Exam

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor:

Name: Prof.Dr. Hesham Ali Ibrahim Signature:

Program Coordinator:

Name: Prof.Dr. Hesham Elgoweini

Signature: Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department):

Name: Prof.Dr. Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

Clinica

l.aries

Course Specifications

FQAP – 034 – 04

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department:

Course Information

Course Code: 05250817 Course Name: Skill transfer ophthalmology II

Program in which the Course is Given:

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

An integrated course aiming at improving the surgical skills of the students. It aims at dealing with the patient as whole unite.after finishing all the other subspecialized courses.

Intended Learning Outcomes

(ILOs)

Program ILO

(refer to program

matrix)

Course ILOs

A. Knowledge

and

Understanding

A.1.Define their

knowledge about the

organization &

function of eye

structure

a1.Revise the surgical anatomy of the eye.

a2.Describe surgical ocular principles.

a3.Describe surgical tools of ophthalmic surgery.

B. Intellectual

skills

B.1 Analyze the

clinical signs and

symptoms of

ophthalmic

2.0

problems to reach a

diagnosis

/differential

diagnosis

Professional

and Practical

Skills

C.1 Improve different simple surgical skills

c1.Practice the use of surgical Ophthalmoscopes

c2.Identify different surgical equipment needed for

different eye surgeries.

c3.Practice under supervision simple surgeries.

c4Assisst some difficult surgeries.

c5.Attend wet labs to practice.

D. General

Skills

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

1. Surgical microscopes

2. Phaco surgery

3. Retinal surgeries

4. Oculoplastic

5. Strabismus

6. Refractive

7. glaucoma.

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay Objective questions

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Pract.

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term

End of term √

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam

Practical/Clinical Exam 100%

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor:

Name: Dr. Mohsen Shosha Signature:

Program Coordinator:

Name: Prof. Hesham Elgoweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department):

Name: Prof. Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

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Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250811 Course Name: Glaucoma

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

The course includes teaching basic knowledge and technical skills for the diagnosis and

management of glaucoma cases.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of the

various parts of the eye.

a1. Identify the proper anatomy of the

various ocular structures.

a2. Identify the proper physiology of the

various ocular structures. a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like Optics or

generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases as

well as the recent advances

related to such fields whether

investigative or therapeutic.

a3. Describe the basic clinical information

related to the diagnosis of various ocular

conditions related to IOP

a4. Recognize the

pharmacological basis of use of

various drugs in the treatment of

common ocular conditions and

their side effects

a5. Recognize the various drug groups used

in the treatment of glaucoma as well as their

therapeutic dosage and side effects.

0.5 1.5

2

a5. Define the treatment options

for common health problems,

recognizing the different levels of

interventions.

a7. Recognize the various treatment options

for various ocular conditions like congenital

glaucoma as well as the various success rate

of such options

B. Intellectual

skills

b1- Analyze the clinical signs and

symptoms of ophthalmic

problems to reach a diagnosis

/differential diagnosis

b1. Demonstrate the ability to reach a

general diagnosis from the data obtained by

the various examination techniques.

b2- Integrate the various scientific

information in a comprehensive

and well formatted form

b2. Describe the various investigations

needed to reach a definitive diagnosis.

b3- Plan the appropriate

Treatment / investigations for

each patient to help reaching the

diagnosis

b3. Prepare a well formatted and systemic

report which highlights the main findings

related to the condition for which the test

was ordered.

b4- Choose between different

treatment modalities based on

best practice evidence and cost

effectiveness .

b4. Describe the various methods of

treatment available for the various

conditions and pinpoint the most appropriate

one

b5.Design a plan of medical or

surgical management of various

ocular problems

b5. Design a plan for the treatment of each

case whether surgical or medical

b6.Formulate search questions

related to patients’ problems

b6. Demonstrate the ability to interact with

various situations related to different clinical

problems through proper analysis of patients

complaints and problems b7. Utilize different models to

upgrade the scientific knowledge

including self learning &

continuous medical education.

b7. Participate in various groups and

meeting to upgrade the professional

knowledge related to the various clinical

situations

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Perform a systematized

ophthalmic examination including

the proper and correct usage of

the various standard ophthalmic

instrumentations e.g. slit lamp

biomicroscopy.

c1. Perform the various types of ocular

examination in a systemic well formatted

way in order to reach a general diagnosis

c2. Perform some of the

investigative techniques like

perimetry and OCT.

c2. Perform the various advanced

investigative tools with good knowledge

about the stepped order by which they are

performed

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c3. Prepare reports relevant to

various investigative tools.

c3. Integrate the various findings from the

examinations performed to properly

diagnose any postoperative complication

c5. Assess properly any operative

or postoperative complications

and deal efficiently with.

c4. Plan the proper method of management

of such complication in view of the recent

knowledge acquired regarding such a

situation.

D. General Skills

d1. Contribute efficiently in a

multi-professional team working.

d1. Demonstrate efficient integration with

other members whether from the same

discipline or else wise in the management of

various cases.

d2 Cooperate with colleagues,

seniors & subordinates in a health

team to accomplish work duties

efficiently

d2. Choose the proper method of

communication with various types of

patients’ personality and education.

d3. Present information to

patients according to their

educational level utilizing verbal

and available audiovisual tools.

d3. Demonstrate proper methods of

communication and patient advice during

examination especially in difficult situations

like examination of a child or a physically

handicapped. d4.Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

as in discussing operative or

postoperative complications

d4. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d6. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d7. Demonstrate ability to organize data for

enrolled studies and present them in a simple

analyzable form

d8.Utilize effective methods of

data entry and analysis using

various computer programs

specially those related to

d8. Demonstrate ability to organize a spread

sheet for entry of various data to be analyzed

for the sake of performing a statistical

analysis to reach a feasible conclusion about

a disease process or a treatment strategy.

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statistical analysis

E. Ethical Skills e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Acquire the proper knowledge related to

patient privacy in a clinical setup including

his/her right for examination in the absence

of relatives

e2. Recognize the ethical

principles that govern the

doctor/patient relationship

e 2 . Realize the proper attitude when

dealing with medical information related to

the patient

e 3. Acquire the proper way of introducing

the test to be performed to the patient

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

1.IOP Measurement & Gonioscopy √

2.Visual Field √

3.Congenital Glaucoma √

4.Secondary Glaucoma √

5.Open Angle Glaucoma √

6.Closed Angle Glaucoma √

7.Medical Management of Glaucoma √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

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Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70%

Practical/Clinical Exam 30%

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Textbook of glaucoma Textbook by M. Bruce Shields

Suggested Extra Reading

Color atlas of glaucoma Textbook by M. Bruce Shields

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Mohamed Saad Morsi Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

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Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code:0525902 Course Name: Lens and cataract

Program in which the Course is Given Doctor Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 3 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims:

To acquire demonstrable and certified proficiency in the assessment and contemporary

management of (adult) cataract ,and develop an understanding of the principles of lens refractive

surgery .

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Revise their knowledge about

the basic sciences related to the

field of Ophthalmology in relation

to the various subjects whether

directly related to the field like

Optics or generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases.

a2. Describe the relationship

between the disease processes &

changes in the ocular structures

relevant to each disease process.

a3. Identify the methods of

clinical examination to assess the

various parts of the eye in health

& disease.

a1-Revise the basic knowledge about the

anatomy and embryology of the lens..

a2-Recognize the optics of the normal lens.

a3- Know the principles of lens metabolism

a4-Describe the pathogenesis of catarct in

relation to ocular trauma ,metabolic control

of blood surgar ,steroid ocular diseases and

senility

a5-Describes and practice lens examination

by slit lamp.

a6-Practice biometry and IOL calculation by

different formula.

a7-Do B scan ultra Sonography in opaque

media.

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2

a4. Recognize the various

evolution in the different

subspecialties related disease

problem solving.

a5. Construct a well written and

formatted publication

a6. Recognize the various

method of web surfing to

retrieve available data relevant

to the search in question

a7.Recognize the various

methods of web surfing to

retrieve available data relevant

to the search in question

a8-Recognize the value of recent advances

in IOLs

a9-have a good knowledge about prebyopic

IOLs.

a10-understand the principles and dynamics

of the phaco-machines.

a11-critical appraisal of the scientific

literature.

a12-Have agood knology about evidence-

based practice

a13.Can use the information technology

and statisics.

a14. Demonstrate information technology

skill including the use of IT in

communication and data handling

a15-Prove the ability to search for and

retrieve information from conventional and

electronic sources,including the internet

and medline

B Intellectual

skills b1. Anlyze the information

available to reach alogic

conclusion to solve common

clinical problems.

b2. Appraise the clinical data with

the results of investigation to

reach a diagnosis .

b3formulate a study plan taking

into consideration the available

resource

b1- Analyze the clinical data . b2-Relate the visual performance to the staging of cataract. b3-Specify the type of cataract. b4-Decide the operative timing.

b5-Select the operative procedure. b6-Correlate the clinical and investigational data to define the etiology of cataract. b7-Describe the density of the opacity. b8-Evaluate the corneal and postior segment condition. b9-.Draw up a management plan leading to ataregt post-operative refraction. b10-Take in consideration the patient requirements and jop. b11-Select type of surgery in relation to the hardness of the nucleus,size of the pupil,previous vitrectomy and retinal condition.

b12-Choose an appropriate management

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b4. Select different treatment

modalities based on best practice

evidence and cost effectiveness.

b5. Design aplan for application

of treatment and follow up of

results taking into consideration

patient compliance.

b6. Formulate a study plan taking

into consideration the available

resources.

b7. Select different treatment

modalities based on best practice

evidence and cost effectiveness.

b8.Design a plan for application

of treatment and follow up of

results taking into consideration

patient compliance

strategy from the options available and to plan and implement that strategy. b13-Recogniz the possible operativediffivulties and how to deal with. b14- Capable to recognize and appropriately manage complications of treatment.

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Practice a fully systematized

ophthalmic examination

including the proper and correct

usage of the various standard

ophthalmic instrumentations e.g.

slit lamp biomicroscopy.

c2. Construct a correct and full

report from findings of the

various investigative tools.

c3. Integrate the information

obtained from the various

investigations to lay down a final

logical diagnosis.

c4. Perform supervised selected

surgeries in the various fields of

ophthalmology stressing on

c1-Show competence in clinically assess the

lens.

c2-perfect biometry (keratometry & axial

length determination) to indical IOL

power leading to target post

oprefraction.

c3-Choose the suitable Io

C4-Master slit lamp examination of the lens. c5-Evaluate the posterior segment by B scan ultrasonography. c6-Report the patient personal data . c7-Take history of ocular and systemic illness. c8-Document data of preoperative cataract evaluation,IOL power and type,surgical technique post operative follow up

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perfection of such surgeries in

the field of the candidate's

subspecialty like refractive

surgery and oculoplastics .

schedule and treatment. c9- c10- c11. c12- C13- .

D. General Skills d1-Demonstrate perfect

knowledge when dealing with

computer skills especially those

related to spreadsheet

construction

d3. Assist efficiently in a multi-

professional team working

d4. Contribute to an organized

research team in the field of

ophthalmic research.

d5. Display information to

patients and relatives according

to their educational level utilizing

verbal and available audiovisual

tools.

d6 Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

such as when discussing a

postoperative complication

d7. Participate in innovative efforts in the field of ophthalmology according to the international standards in improvement in the field putting into consideration the available resources in the department and in the community.

d1.Utilize the knowledge and computer

skills to register the clinical and

investigations data.

d2-Deal with the advanced equipment

technology.

d3-Search the web for useful data.

d4- Communicate with other specialties

concerned with the proper diagnosis and

management as, the microbiologists, eye-

banking staff and physicians.

d5-Organize and participate in a team work

research in the field as trachoma study group

and prevalence of dry eye.

d6- Communicate and explain the diagnosis

and management modalities to the patient

and the relatives by verbal communication.

d7- Arrange for group meeting for endemic

diseases as trachoma.

d8-Prepare video presentations for the

surgeries.

d9-Manage difficult situations as corneal

perforations, post keratoplasty high

astigmatism, corneal melting and graft

rejection.

d10-Participate in innovating the cornea and

external eye diseases field:

d11-Utilize anterior segment OCT.

d12- Share in stem cell therapy

d14- help in eye banking

E. Ethical Skills e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Respect patient’s privacy.

e2-Tell the truth.

e3-Discloses the patient information.

e4-Recognises the impact of visual

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e2. Respect the patients' rights in

choosing between diagnostic and

therapeutic options and involve

them / their care takers in

management decisions.

e3. Collaborate effectively with

all persons involved in patient's

management

impairment on the patient and society.

e5.Respects the patients' rights in choosing

between surgical and medical lines of

treatment.

e6-Respect the patients right to choose

between different treatment modalities as in

corneal perforations

e7.Collaborate with junior staff and nurses.

e8-Have a good relations with medical staff

and bacteriologists.

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Review

article

Basic anatomy,physiology,optics and

pathology of cornea and adnexa.

Corneal inflammations ✓ ✓ ✓

Corneal dystrophies, degenerations and

ectasias.

✓ ✓

Keratoplasty, keratoprostheses and eye

banks

✓ ✓

Keratopathies(drug induced-metabolic-

neurokeratopathies)

Contact lenses ✓ ✓

Conjunctival inflammations and allergies ✓ ✓ ✓

Conjunctival tumours. ✓ ✓

Conjunctival degenerations and

pigmentations

Watering of the eye ✓ ✓ ✓

Infections of lacrimal passages ✓ ✓ ✓

The dry eye ✓ ✓ ✓

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Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay Objective questions

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term 0 %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70 %

Practical/Clinical Exam 30 %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

The Cornea. Second edition. Herbert

Kaufman et al. 1998 by Butterworth-

Heinemann – Boston- USA

Essentials in Ophthalmology: Cornea and

external eye disease. Editors: T. Reinhard and

F. Larkin. 2006 by Springer-Verlag

Heidelberg – Germany

Smolin and Thoft’s The Cornea: Scientific

Foundations and Clinical Practice, 4th edition.

2005 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Suggested Extra Reading

Basic and Clinical Science Course of the

American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Section 8: External Disease and Cornea.

Journals and Periodicals, others

Cornea, American Journal of Ophthalmolgy,

Ophthalmology, and British Journal of

Ophthalmology

Course Instructor

Name :Prof. Alaa Gheith Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham Elgoweini Signature:

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Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf sharawy Signature:

1

Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250814 Course Name: Neuro-ophthalmology

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

The course includes teaching basic knowledge and technical skills for the diagnosis and

management of cases of neuro ophthalmology.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of the

various parts of the eye.

a1. Identify the proper anatomy of the the

visual and pupillary pathways.

a2. Revise the proper physiology of the same

parts. a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like anatomy

and pathology or generally like

generalgenetics or both like

pathology of ocular diseases as

well as the recent advances

related to such fields whether

investigative or therapeutic.

a2. Describe the basic clinical information

related to the diagnosis of various neuro -

ophthalmic conditions

a4. Recognize the

pharmacological basis of use of

various drugs in the treatment of

common ocular conditions and

their side effects

a4. Recognize the various drug groups used

in neuro ophthalmic diseases.

0.5 1.5

2

a5. Define the treatment options

for common health problems,

recognizing the different levels of

interventions.

a5. Recognize the various treatment options

for various neuro ophthalmic conditions as

well as the various success rate of such

options.

B. Intellectual

skills

b1- Analyze the clinical signs and

symptoms of ophthalmic

problems to reach a diagnosis

/differential diagnosis

b1. Demonstrate the ability to reach a

general diagnosis from the data obtained by

the field of vision and optic disc

ophthalmoscopic examination.

b2- Integrate the various scientific

information in a comprehensive

and well formatted form

b2. Describe the various investigations

needed to reach a definitive diagnosis as CT

and MRI.

b3- Plan the appropriate

Treatment / investigations for

each patient to help reaching the

diagnosis

b3. Prepare a well formatted and systemic

report which highlights the main findings

related to the condition for which the test

was ordered.

b4- Choose between different

treatment modalities based on

best practice evidence and cost

effectiveness .

b4. Describe the various methods of

treatment available for the various

conditions and pinpoint the most appropriate

one

b5.Design a plan of medical or

surgical management of various

ocular problems

b5. Design a plan for the treatment of each

case whether surgical or medical

b6.Formulate search questions

related to patients’ problems

b6. Demonstrate the ability to interact with

various situations related to different clinical

problems through proper analysis of patients

complaints and problems b7. Utilize different models to

upgrade the scientific knowledge

including self learning &

continuous medical education.

b7. Participate in various groups and

meeting to upgrade the professional

knowledge related to the various clinical

situations

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Perform a systematized

ophthalmic examination including

the proper and correct usage of

the various standard ophthalmic

instrumentations e.g. slit lamp

biomicroscopy.

c1. Perform the various types of ocular

examination in a systemic well formatted

way in order to reach a general diagnosis as,

field of vision, pupillary reaction, and

ophthalmoscopic examination

c2. Perform some of the

investigative techniques like

fundus fluorescein angiography.

c2. Perform the various advanced

investigative tools with good knowledge

about the stepped order by which they are

performed as OCT & fluorescein angio.

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c3. Prepare reports relevant to

various investigative tools.

c3. Integrate the various findings from the

examinations performed to properly

diagnose any postoperative complication

c5. Assess properly any operative

or postoperative complications

and deal efficiently with.

c4. Plan the proper method of management

of such complication in view of the recent

knowledge acquired regarding such a

situation.

D. General Skills

d1. Contribute efficiently in a

multi-professional team working.

d1. Demonstrate efficient integration with

other members whether from the same

discipline or else wise in the management of

various cases.

d2 Cooperate with colleagues,

seniors & subordinates in a health

team to accomplish work duties

efficiently

d2. Choose the proper method of

communication with various types of

patients’ personality and education.

d3. Present information to

patients according to their

educational level utilizing verbal

and available audiovisual tools.

d3. Demonstrate proper methods of

communication and patient advice during

examination especially in difficult situations

like examination of a child or a physically

handicapped. d4.Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

as in discussing operative or

postoperative complications

d4. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d6. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d7. Demonstrate ability to organize data for

enrolled studies and present them in a simple

analyzable form

d8.Utilize effective methods of

data entry and analysis using

various computer programs

specially those related to

d8. Demonstrate ability to organize a spread

sheet for entry of various data to be analyzed

for the sake of performing a statistical

analysis to reach a feasible conclusion about

a disease process or a treatment strategy.

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statistical analysis

E. Ethical Skills e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Acquire the proper knowledge related to

patient privacy in a clinical setup including

his/her right for examination in the absence

of relatives

e2. Recognize the ethical

principles that govern the

doctor/patient relationship

e 2 . Realize the proper attitude when

dealing with medical information related to

the patient

e 3. Acquire the proper way of introducing

the test to be performed to the patient

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

1.IOP Measurement & Gonioscopy √

2.Visual Field √

3.Congenital Glaucoma √

4.Secondary Glaucoma √

5.Open Angle Glaucoma √

6.Closed Angle Glaucoma √

7.Medical Management of Glaucoma √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

5

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70%

Practical/Clinical Exam 30%

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Walsh and Hoyt's Clinical Neuro-ophthalmology - Volume 3

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Saad Galal Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

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Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code:0525812 Course Name: Oculoplastic surgery

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims:

To acquire demonstrable and certified proficiency in the assessment and contemporary management

of disorders of the eyelids ,adnexae and orbits

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge

&

Understanding

a1. Revise their knowledge about

the basic sciences related to the

field of Ophthalmology in relation

to the various subjects whether

directly related to the field like

Optics or generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases.

a2. Discuss recent and evolving

theories/advances in the field of

ophthalmic research in view of

both basic science and disease-

related studies.

a3. Identify the methods of

clinical examination to assess the

various parts of the eye in health

& disease.

a1-understand and upgrade his basic knowledge

about anatomy and development of the

orbits,eyelids and lacrimal apparatus..

a2-revise his basic knowledge about the physiology

of tear production and excretion..

a3- upgrade his knowledge about the microbiology

snd pathology of lesions of the same tissues.

a4-familiar with the common recent advances as he

uses of botulinum toxin A in the periocular area

including levator weakning temporary entropio

correction management of blepharospasm and

other disorders of facial movement

a5-have a knowledge of lacrimal bypass sugery,nasal

endoscopy and endonasal DCR

a6-recognize the value of the use of an ocular

1 1

2

a4. Recognize the various

evolution in the different

subspecialties related disease

problem solving.

a5. Construct a well written and

formatted publication

a6. Recognize the various method

of web surfing to retrieve

available data relevant to the

search in question

a7.Recognize the various methods

of web surfing to retrieve

available data relevant to the

search in question

prosthetics service

a7-interpret the histopathological specimens

examination of skin and orbital biopsy specimens.

a8-update the recent investigative techniques as

MRI and recent tretment modalities as the use of

botulinum toxin A in the periorbital area.

a9-prefect critcal appraisal of the scientific literature

and evidence- based practice

a10-show ability to use the information technology

and statistics.

a11-demonstrate information technology

skills,including the use of IT in communication and

data handing.

a12-prove an ability to search for and retrieve

information from conventional electronic sources

,including the internet and medline.

B Intellectual

skills b1. Plan appropriate

investigations in the view of

available clinical data.

b2. Formulate a study plan taking

into consideration the available

resources .

b3- select different treatment

modalities based on best practice

evidence and cost effectiveness

b1- Analyze snd interpret the clinical findings to plan investigations to reach a proper diagnosis and schedule an appropriate treatment for cases of major lid reconstruction . b2-understand the importance of recent radiologic examination techniques. b3-construct a management plan regarding surgery,rehabilitative blepharo plasty,mucous membreane grafting and socket reconstruction. b4-select a management plan for server dysthyroid orbitopathy,including use of orbital decompression, radiotherapy and immune suppression.

b5-choose between the correction moality of ptosis. b6-select the appropriate surgical procedure as lacrimal bypass surgery,nasal endoscopy and endonasal DCR. b7-Use appropriate orbital floor implants in management of orbital floor fracture . b8-choose the way of removal of orbital trumours, including the technique of exenteration.

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b5. Design aplan for application of

treatment and follow up of results

taking into consideration patient

compliance.

b9-.consider when to use botulinum toxin A in the periocular area including lavatory weakening,temporary entropion correction, management of blepharospasm and other disorders of facial movement.

C.

Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Practice a fully systematized

ophthalmic examination including

the proper and correct usage of

the various standard ophthalmic

instrumentations e.g. slit lamp

biomicroscopy.

C2. Perform the various

investigative techiniques available

in aproper and correct way with

special emphasis on recent

technology e.g Optical coherence

tomography.

C3. Construct a correct and full

report from findings of the

various investigative tools.

C4- integrate the information

obtained from the various

investigations to lay down a final

logical diagnosis.

c1-attended a minimum of 20 oculoplastic and/ or

adnexal clinics.

c2-undertake a minimum of 5 oculoplastic and/ or

adnexal operations.

c3-participate actively in or assisted at a minimum of

1 major ptosis repair.

C4-interpret a minimum of 10 special rediographs relevant to the field of subspecialty (e.g CT,MRI). c5-master histopathological examination of skin and orbital biopasy specimens. c6-participate in the management of 5 patients with thyroid eye disease . c7-write and appraise a report for any of the cases in the field c8-reach the desirable skill experience of the major complex cases. c9- attain an experience in such complex cases as the use of an ocular prosthetics service.

D. General

Skills

d1-Demonstrate perfect

knowledge when dealing with

computer skills especially those

related to spreadsheet

construction

d2. Assist efficiently in a multi-

professional team working

d3. Disply information to patients

and relatives according to their

rducational level utilizing verbal

d1.collect data from different sources.

d2-demonstrate informantion technology

skills,including the use of IT in communication and

data handling.

d3-prove the ability to seaech for and retrieve

information from conventional and electronic sources

including the internet and medline.

d4- show appropriate liaison with associated

services,including

ENT,maxillofacial,dermatology,neurology,neurossug

ical,plastic surgical and endocrinology department .

d5-develop and demonstrate the ability to provide

advice and support to patients and carers.

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and available audiovisual tools

d4- Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

such as when discussing a

postoperative complication

d5. Participate in innovative efforts in the field of ophthalmology according to the international standards in improvement in the field putting into consideration the available resources in the department and in the community.

d6- demonstrate a capability to reconise and

appropriately manage complication of treatment .

d7show compassion in breaking bad news

d8-participate in introducing new surgecal techniques

in the field of plastic lid surgery

d9- Attend subspecialty journal club meeting.

E. Ethical

Skills

e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e2. Respect the patients' rights in

choosing between diagnostic and

therapeutic options and involve

them / their care takers in

management decisions.

e3. Collaborate effectively with all

persons involved in patient's

management

e1. Have the ability to teach and implement political

and economic context of patient car.

e2-recognize the impact of visual imparirment on

the patients ,their relatives and society.

e3-issues cofidentiality and disclose the patient

information.

e4-participate in health service management –

inclding the political and economic context of

patient care the role of constituent and associated

agenicies and and relvant senior presonnel roles in

the organisation

e5.recognize the burden of disease to society and its

significance to the patient.

E6- have the ability to work as part of a team

including the professions allied to medicine the

professions allied to medicine ,colleagues in other

specialties and other agencies.

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Surgery

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Lid margin abnormalities ✓ ✓ ✓

Dermatochalasis,blpharochalaisis,lid

retraction and floppy lid syndrome

✓ ✓ ✓

ptosis ✓ ✓ ✓

Lid tumours ✓ ✓ ✓

Evaluation of the watering eye ✓ ✓ ✓

Obstruction of the lacrimal passages ✓ ✓

Infections of the lacrimal passages ✓ ✓

Thyroid eye disease ✓ ✓

Orbital infections ✓

Orbital tumours and vascular

malformations

✓ ✓

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay Objective questions

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others( surgery)

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term 0 %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70 %

Practical/Clinical Exam 20 %

Others ( SURGERY) 10 %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Lecture hands out

Course Text Books

- Manual of oculoplastic surgery by

mark R Levine,oculoplastic surgery :

the requisites by Jeffrey A. nerad

,color atlas lacrimal surgery by jane

olver Amanual of systemic eylied

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surgery by JRO collin

Suggested Extra Reading

Surgical atlas of orbibital disease by

subrahmanyam mallayosyula, basic & clinical

science course by the American academy of

ophthalmology.

Journals and Periodicals, others

Journal of ASOPRS, Orbit

Course Instructor

Name :Prof. Hesham Farouk Idris Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Hesham Elgoweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf sharawy Signature:

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Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology department

Course Information

Course Code: 05250804 Course Name: Ophthalmic Microbiology

Program in which the Course is Given: Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 1.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims:

This course aims to introduce the candidates to the different types of micro-organisms that

affect the eye and adnexal structures, their different morphological patterns, culture

characteristics, pathogenicity as well as antimicrobial sensitivities. The course aims as well to

introduce the basics of human immunology and integrate such knowledge into a clinical

context relevant to ophthalmic practice. The basics of sterilization and disinfection are

emphasized in the course.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO Course ILOs

A. Knowledge

&

Understanding

a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like Optics or

generally like general microbiology

or both like pathology of ocular

diseases.

a.1. Describe the different classes of

micro-organisms that affect the eye

and adnexa

a. 2. Describe the different culture

media and the uses of each

a. 3. Describe the different types of

hypersensitivity reactions and the

pathogenesis of each

a.4. Describe the different methods

available for sterilization and

disinfection

B. Intellectual

skills

b2- Integrate the various scientific

information in a comprehensive and

well formatted form

b.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of

micro-organisms sensitivity to

chemotherapeutic agents in relation to

the treatment of various ocular

infections and choice of appropriate

chemotherapeutic agents for the

different ocular infections

1.0

2

b3- Plan the appropriate

investigations for each patient to

help reaching the diagnosis

b2. Demonstrate basic knowledge in

identifying the appropriate culture

media related to various

microorganisms under investigation.

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

C1 .Practice preparing culturing

organisms on culture media.

c1.Practice taking smear from an ulcer

or endophthalmitis.

c2. Choose different culture media.

c3.Practice microscopic diagnosis of

different microorganisms.

D. General

Skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer skills

d.1. Prepare a spreadsheet with the

various organisms isolated & their

antibiotic sensitivity in a certain

condition to facilitate further

evaluation and management of cases

like infective corneal ulcers

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Other

s

Culture media ✓

Sterilization and disinfection ✓

Classification of microorganisms

affecting the eye ✓

Immunology (hypersensitivity and

autoimmunity) ✓

Infectious keratitis (bacterial and viral) ✓

Infectious keratitis (fungal and

parasitic) ✓

Orbital infections ✓

Anterior uveitis ✓

Posterior uveitis ✓

Antiviral agents ✓

Antimicrobial agents ✓

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Endophthalmitis ✓

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 100 %

Practical/Clinical Exam %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

"Ocular Infections" (by Khaled Tabbara,

Robert Hyndiuk)

Suggested Extra Reading

"The Eye: Basic Sciences in practice" (by

Forrester, Dick, McMenamin, Roberts)

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr. Mohamed Ragab Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr. Hashem El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr. Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

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Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250805 Course Name: Ophthalmic Pathology

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 1.5 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

The course includes the pathology of congenital ocular anomalies, granulomatous and non-

granulomatous inflammations, surgical and non-surgical ocular trauma, skin and lacrimal system

pathological conditions, external eye pathological conditions, uveal pathology, lens pathology,

retinal and vitreous pathology, optic nerve pathology and orbital pathology. It also includes the

applied pathology of DM, pathology of glaucoma and ocular tumours.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of the

various parts of the eye.

a1. Describe the normal ocular structures on

macroscopic basis

a2. Describe the normal ocular structures on

microscopic basis

a3. Identify the pathology of the

normal and abnormal processes.

a2 Identify the various pathologies that

involve ocular structures in health and in

disease

a3. Identify the pathological features of

various disease processes involving the

various ocular tissues

B. Intellectual

skills

b2- Integrate the various scientific

information in a comprehensive

and well formatted form

b1. Identify methods of stepped

examination to the various pathological

finding in order to reach a broad or definite

diagnosis or a differential diagnosis

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c2. Perform some of the

investigative techniques life c1. Prepare and examine pathological

microscopicall specimens.

0.5 1.0

2

D. General Skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d1. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d2. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d3. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

Congenital and Developmental anomalies √

Trauma and wound healing √

Ceinjunctiva, and Cornea √

Uvea:1- Anterior √

2- Postevior √

Glaucoma √

Lens √

Retina vitreous and choroids √

Intra – Ocular Trauma √ √

Melanocytic tumours

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Retinoblastoma √

Orbit √

Optic nerve √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

(Slides)

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70 %

Practical/Clinical Exam 30%

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Ophthalmic Pathology: A Concise Guide Book by Thomas J Cummings

Suggested Extra Reading

Ophthalmic Pathology

A Concise Guide

Authors: Thomas J Cummings

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Said Gomma Signature:

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Program Coordinator

Name: Prof. Dr. Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr. Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

1

Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250806 Course Name: Ophthalmic Pharmacology

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 1.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

The course includes the basic knowledge of drugs used in ocular inflammation and infection ,

adverse ocular reaction to systemic drugs , immunosuppressive drugs and local anesthetics . It also

includes the applied pharmacology for ophthalmic dosage forms, cycloplegics, mydriatics, miotics,

local anesthetics, stains, artificial tears , drugs used for glaucoma treatment and drugs used for

intraocular infections.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of the

various parts of the eye.

a1. Define the normal structure of the

various ocular tissues in relation to passage

of various formulas of drugs.

a2. Define the types of drugs on a

hydrophilic basis

a3. Define the types of drugs on

hydrophobic basis a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like Optics or

generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases as

well as the recent advances

related to such fields whether

investigative or therapeutic.

a4. Recognize the various ocular barriers

and their interaction with the various drug

formulas by passage or block.

a5. Recognize the various conditions which

affect the integrity of such barriers

a6. Recognize the various normal reactions

of different tissues to a certain drug

a7. Recognize the various abnormal

reactions of different tissues to a certain

drug or naturally occurring product

1.0

2

a4.Recognise the

pharmacological basis of use of

various drugs in the treatment of

common ocular conditions and

their side effects

a6. Compile knowledge regarding the

various ocular drug formula relating to their

structure, mode of action, dosage and side

effects

B. Intellectual

skills

b3- Plan the appropriate

Treatment / investigations for

each patient to help reaching the

diagnosis

b1. Determine which drug category is to be

used in the various pathological conditions

b2. Determine the various local interactions

between different drug categories

b3. Determine the possible interactions

between topical and systemically

administered drugs

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

D. General Skills

d3. Present information to

patients according to their

educational level utilizing verbal

and available audiovisual tools.

d1. Identify the proper way of conveying

information to the patient according to

his/her educational as well as intellectual

level

d4.Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

as in discussing operative or

postoperative complications

d2. Demonstrate effectiveness when

communicating with various categories of

patients with different intellectual abilities

related to explaining the need for

compliance with treatment and the possible

side effects of prescribed drugs.

E. Ethical Skills e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Practice the proper knowledge related to

patient privacy in a clinical setup including

his/her right for examination in the absence

of relatives e2. Recognize the ethical

principles that govern the

doctor/patient relationship

e 2 . Realize the proper attitude when

dealing with medical information related to

the patient

3

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

GENERAL INTRODUCTION TO

OCULAR PHARMACOLOGY

ANTI ALLERGIC DRUGS √

STEROIDS IN OPHTHALMOLOGY √

ANTI VEGF DRUGS IN RETINAL

DISEASE

NEUROPROTECTIVE DRUGS IN

GLAUCOMA

DRUGS USED IN TREATMENT OF

DRY EYES AND OSD

ANTIINFECTIVE DRUGS √

ANTIBIOTICS IN OPHTHALMOLOGY √

VITAL STAINS AND DIAGNOSTIC

TOOLS

DRUGS ACTING ON THE PUPIL √

IRRIGATING SOLUTIONS AND

PRESERVATION MEDIA

OCULAR CHEMOTHERAPEUTIC

AGENTS

OCULAR HYPOTENSIVE DRUGS √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks Written Exam 100 %

4

Practical/Clinical Exam %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Clinical ocular pharmacology

Jemmy D.Partlett.

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof. Dr .Ahmad Osman Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

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Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250803 Course Name: Optics

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims This course introduces the candidates to the principles of physical & geometric optics, schematic & reduced

eye, refractive errors, visual acuity measurement, contrast sensitivity, accommodation and accommodative

problems, spectacle lenses, bifocals, hard contact lenses, correction of ammetropia, IOLs & IOL power

calculation. The candidates are also trained practically on the various instrumentations related to the various

subjects taught like the art of retinoscopy, IOL power calculation and keratometry. This course introduces the candidates to the principles of physical & geometric optics, schematic & reduced

eye, refractive errors, visual acuity measurement, contrast sensitivity, accommodation and accommodative

problems, spectacle lenses, bifocals, hard contact lenses, correction of ammetropia, IOLs & IOL power

calculation. The candidates are also trained practically on the various instrumentations related to the various

subjects taught like the art of retinoscopy, IOL power calculation and keratometry.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of the

various parts of the eye.

a1. Recognize the various optical surfaces of

the eye

a2. Describe how these surfaces are adapted

to perform their optical functions

a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like Optics or

generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases.

a3. Recognize the theory and practice behind

the various measures used to treat the

different optical problems of the eye in

various situations

a4. Recognize the different types of soft

contact lenses

a5. Recognize the different types of hard

contact lenses

a6. Recognize the different types of IOLs

a7. Recognize the different types of low

visual aids

B. Intellectual b7. Utilize different models to b1. Integrate the findings of refraction into a

1.0 1.0

2

skills

upgrade the scientific knowledge

including self learning &

continuous medical education.

plausible diagnosis of type of ammetropia

b2. Detect the difference between the

various types of spectacle magnification

b3. Detect the different types of spherical

aberrations related to spectacle lenses

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c2. Perform some of the

investigative techniques like real

life retinoscopy.

c2. Perform live and simulated examination

of various optical errors and compare this

with normal optical findings

c2. Perform various methods to examine for

errors of refraction including live and model

eye refraction.

c3. Measure IOL power with various

instruments

D. General Skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d1. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d2. Integrate the data presented in group

discussions into a simple plausible form d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d2. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d3. Demonstrate good knowledge related to

interpretation of data related to optical

aberrations of the eye

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d4. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

d8.Utilize effective methods of

data entry and analysis using

various computer programs

specially those related to

statistical analysis

d5. Demonstrate ability to enter different

data in different formulae related to lens

measurement and magnification as well as

performing analysis to specify which

method for IOL measurement is statistically

more accurate.

d6. Integrate the various findings on IOL

calculation to refractive status of the eye

postoperatively.

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectur

es

self

learning

Practical

/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

Physical optics √ Geometric optics √ Visual acuity measurement √ √ Schematic and reduced eye √

3

Refractive errors √ Contrast sensitivity √ √ Accommodative problems √ Correction of ametropia : Spectacle lenses √ √ Correction of ametropia: Contact lenses ( Soft) √ √ Correction of ametropia: Contact lenses ( rigid) √ √ Correction of ametropia: Intraocular lenses √ √ Correction of ametropia: IOL power calculation √ √ Correction of ametropia:

a- Effect of spsctacle and contact lens

correction of on accommodation and

convergence.

b- Effective power of lenses

c- Back vertex distance.

d- Spectacle magnification.

e- Presbyopia.

Low vision aids √ Clinical Refraction – Objective Retinoscopy I √ √

Clinical Refraction – Objective Retinoscopy II √ √

Clinical Refraction – Subjective Retinoscopy I √ √

Clinical Refraction – Subjective Retinoscopy

II

√ √

Spectacle Correction of Ametropias √

Clinical accommodative problems √

Optical Considerations in Refractive Surgery √

Optical Instruments- Direct and Indirect

Ophthalmoscope

√ √

Optical Instruments – slit lamp biomicroscopy √ √

Optical Instruments – Fundus Camera – Slit

lamp Fundus lenses – Tonometer- Pachymeter.

√ √

Optical Instruments – Specular Microscope

Operating Microscope- Keratometer-

Corneal Topographer

√ √

4

Optical Instruments – Lensmeter- Automated

refractor - Diagnostic ultrasonography

√ √

Clinical: Objective Retinoscopy √ √

Clinical: Subjective Retinoscopy √ √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70 %

Practical/Clinical Exam 30 %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Field Guide to Visual and Ophthalmic Optics Book by Jim Schwiegerling

Suggested Extra Reading

Practical aspects of ophthalmic optics Textbook by Margaret Dowaliby

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Khaled Rashad Signature:

5

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof. Dr. Fouad El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr. Mohammed El Habrouk Signature:

1

Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250810 Course Name Retina

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

The course includes lectures and practical training on diagnosis and treatment of different retinal

diseases

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge

about the organization &

function of the various parts of

the retina .

a1. Identify the proper anatomy of the

various retinal layers.

a2. Identify the proper physiology of the

various retinal layers.

a5. Define the treatment

options for common health

problems, recognizing the

different levels of

interventions.

a3. Describe the different surgical treatment

modalities in managing simple cases of

retinal detachment

a4. Describe the different surgical treatment

modalities in managing complex cases of

retinal detachment

B. Intellectual

skills

b2- Integrate the various

scientific information in a

comprehensive and well

formatted form

b1. Interpret the information to solve

problems related to the choice of the most

suitable procedure for simple retinal

problems

b2. Solve problems related to complex

issues in retinal affections

b3- Plan the appropriate

Treatment / investigations for

each patient to help reaching

the diagnosis

b3. Solve some problems that do not

conform to the classic data

b4. Integrate different information to solve

professional problems

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2

b4- Choose between different

treatment modalities based on

best practice evidence and cost

effectiveness .

b5. evaluate risks imposed during these

different procedures

b6. Diagnose the complications related to a

certain procedure

b5.Design a plan of medical or

surgical management of

various retinal problems

b7. Determine which professional decisions

in a wide range of professional situations.

b6.Formulate search questions

related to patients’ problems

b8. Demonstrate the ability to interact with

various situations related to different clinical

problems through proper analysis of patients

complaints and problems

b7. Utilize different models to

upgrade the scientific

knowledge including self

learning & continuous medical

education.

b9. Participate in various groups and

meeting to upgrade the professional

knowledge related to the various clinical

situations

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Perform a systematized

ophthalmic examination including

the proper and correct usage of

the various standard ophthalmic

instrumentations e.g. slit lamp

biomicroscopy.

c1. Perform the various types of ocular

examination in a systemic well formatted

way in order to reach a general diagnosis in

cases of retinal problems

c2. Perform advanced examination

techniques in complicated cases like giant

retinal breaks

c4. Perform selected supervised

surgeries related primarily to

common eye conditions facing

the candidate in his/her everyday

practice like lid surgeries and

cataract surgery.

c3. Illustrate the ability to take professional

decisions in a wide range of professional

situations.

c4. Perform supervised surgeries in simple

cases of retinal detachment

c5. Assess properly any operative

or postoperative complications

and deal efficiently with.

c5. Demonstrate proper decision making in

the setup of any operative or postoperative

complications.

D. General Skills

d1. Contribute efficiently in a

multi-professional team working.

d1. Demonstrate efficient integration with

other members whether from the same

discipline or else wise in the management of

various cases.

d2 Cooperate with colleagues,

seniors & subordinates in a health

team to accomplish work duties

efficiently

d2. Choose the proper method of

communication with various types of

patients’ personality and education.

3

d3. Present information to

patients according to their

educational level utilizing verbal

and available audiovisual tools.

d3. Demonstrate proper methods of

communication and patient advice during

examination especially in difficult situations

like examination of a child or a physically

handicapped. d4.Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

as in discussing operative or

postoperative complications

d4. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d6. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d7. Demonstrate ability to organize data for

enrolled studies and present them in a simple

analyzable form

d8.Utilize effective methods of

data entry and analysis using

various computer programs

specially those related to

statistical analysis

d8. Demonstrate the ability to run different

statistical tests in order to reach a plausible

outcome related to the efficiency of a certain

surgical procedure

E. Ethical Skills e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Acquire the proper knowledge related to

patient privacy in a clinical setup including

his/her right for examination in the absence

of relatives

e2. Recognize the ethical

principles that govern the

doctor/patient relationship

e 2 . Realize the proper attitude when

dealing with medical information related to

the patient

e 3. Acquire the proper way of introducing

the test to be performed to the patient

4

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

1. Introduction to vitrectomy. √

2. Buckling surgery. √

3. Buckling surgery. √

4. Vitreous substitutes √

5. Intravitreal injections √

6. Vitrectoy in PVR √

7. Vitrectoy in PVR √

8. Surgery of the macula √

9. Vitrectomy in diabetics √

10. Vitrectomy in diabetics √

11. Giant retinal breaks. √

12. New Advances in vitrectomy √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70%

Practical/Clinical Exam 30%

Others %

5

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Retina, 5th Edition

By Stephen J. Ryan,

MD, Andrew P.

Schachat, MD, Charles

P. Wilkinson, MD, David

R. Hinton, MD, SriniVas

R. Sadda, MD and Peter

Wiedemann, MD

Suggested Extra Reading

Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section

02: Fundamentals and Principles of

Ophthalmology Retina

Journals and Periodicals, others

Ophthalmology ,Retina,American Journal of

Ophthalmology

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

Course Specifications

FQAP – 034 – 04

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250809 Course Name: Strabismus

Program in which the Course is Given: Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 1 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

This course is directed to young ophthalmologists, introducing them to the proper approach of

assessing strabismus cases as well as to the knowledge of underlying causes and various

diagnostic tools. It aims at attaining efficacy in diagnosis and management of strabismus

amongst young ophthalmologists. In addition to the former, it familiarizes them with surgical

approaches to various cases and possible complications and how to manage them.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix ) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge

and

Understanding

A.1. revise the basic science

of extra ocular muscles

anatomy, physiology

innervations and functions.

A.2. Binocular vision stages

and development and

consequences of strabismus

on binocularity

A.3.knowledge of different

types o strabismus and their

clinical pictures and how to

manage

A1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the

anatomy and physiology of the extra ocular muscles as

well as related anatomy of their nerve supply and their

courses

A2. Recognition of the mechanism of binocularity and

control of ocular movements and resulting

consequences in case of strabismus.

A.3.Identify different types of strabismus on

examination and differentiating between them and their

different presentations and possess the knowledge how

to deal with each and every type

B. Intellectual

skills

B.1 revise methods of

examination of strabismus

and different tests and tools

used

B1. Conduct assessment and management plan how to

approach the cased

B2. Analyze clinical findings to reach a provisional

diagnosis and verify it by tests.

0.5 0.5

B.2. acknowledge taking

down the data for each visit

and recognition of any

discrepancy on examination

B.3. knowledge of how to

plan for surgery

B3. If surgery is required, plan different case scenarios

according to the surgical findings intraoperatively and

act accordingly

C.Professional

and Practical

Skills

C.1 practice an examination

for strabismus cases and

conduct extra testing for

particular cases if needed

C.2. familiarize themselves with different surgeries in strabismus

C1. Attend strabismus clinic with strabismologists to

get familiar with examination modalities

C.2. Attend strabismus surgeries and conduct a logbook

on 5 different cases with analysis and description o the

case, the clinical picture, choice for a particular surgey

and the outcome

D. General

Skills

D.1.logic thinking and being able to spot discrepancies and recognizing head posture

D1. Logic decision making regarding treatment and

surgical intervention

D2.being able to act if surgical findings reveals

something unexpected of a previous surgery, detected

only on exploration of previous operation

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

1.Examination of strabismus

2. Comitant strabismus ( horizontal

deviations)

3. Comitant strabismus ( vertical

deviations)

4.Non surgical treatment of

comitant strabismus

5. Paralyrtic strabismus

6.Restrictive strabismus

7.Nystagmus

8.Surgery

a. Surgery basics and planning

Analysis

of diff.

cases

displayed

b.Surgery simple horizontal muscle

surgeries

c. Surgery for paralytic and

restrictive strabismus

d.Surgery for vertical muscles

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay Objective questions

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term

End of term yes

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 90%

Practical/Clinical Exam log book fulfillment 10%

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Kanski, Keneth Right, American academy of

Opthalmology

Suggested Extra Reading

Alec Anson’s ocular motility disorders

Journals and Periodicals, others

MCQs

Course Instructor:

Name: A. Prof.Dr. Heba Sabry Signature:

Program Coordinator:

Name: . Prof.Dr. Hesham Elgoweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department):

Name: Prof.Dr. Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

1

Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250815 Course Name: Trauma and Ocular emergencies

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 1.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

This course include introduction to ocular trauma , its classification , anterior segment trauma ,

posterior segment trauma , intraocular foreign bodies and also chemical injuries , and blow out

fractures of the orbit.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of

the various parts of the eye.

a1. Identify the proper anatomy of the

various ocular structures.

a2. Identify the proper physiology of the

various ocular structures

a5. Define the treatment options

for common health problems,

recognizing the different levels of

interventions.

a3. Describe the different treatment

modalities in managing various types of

anterior segment trauma

a4. Describe the different treatment

modalities in managing various types of

posterior segment trauma

a5. Describe the different treatment

modalities in managing intraocular foreign

bodies (IOFB)according to their types

B. Intellectual

skills

b1- Analyze the clinical signs and

symptoms of ophthalmic

problems to reach a diagnosis

/differential diagnosis

b1. Demonstrate the ability to reach a

general diagnosis from the data obtained by

the various examination techniques.

b2.Analyze the various clinical findings to

treat the case with minimal complications

b2- Integrate the various

scientific information in a

comprehensive and well

formatted form

b3. Describe the various investigations

needed to reach a definitive diagnosis.

b4. Describe the various investigations

needed in case of injuries with retained

IOFB

0.5 0.5

2

b3- Plan the appropriate

Treatment / investigations for

each patient to help reaching the

diagnosis

b5. Demonstrate efficacy in planning a

proper approach to various trauma cases

bases on proper investigations and feasible

treatment

b4- Choose between different

treatment modalities based on

best practice evidence and cost

effectiveness .

b6. Pinpoint the most appropriate methods

of treatment

b5.Design a plan of medical or

surgical management of various

ocular problems

b7. Design a plan for the treatment of each

case whether surgical or medical

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Perform a systematized

ophthalmic examination

including the proper and correct

usage of the various standard

ophthalmic instrumentations e.g.

slit lamp biomicroscopy.

c1. Perform the various types of ocular

examination in a systemic well formatted

way in order to reach a general diagnosis

D. General Skills

d1. Contribute efficiently in a

multi-professional team working.

d1. Demonstrate efficient integration with

other members whether from the same

discipline or else wise in the management of

various cases.

d3. Present information to

patients according to their

educational level utilizing verbal

and available audiovisual tools.

d2. Demonstrate proper methods of

communication and patient advice during

examination especially in difficult situations

like examination of a child or a physically

handicapped.

d7. Demonstrate effective

written and oral skills for

presentation of scientific

information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d3. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d6. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

E. Ethical Skills e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Acquire the proper knowledge related to

patient privacy in a clinical setup including

his/her right for examination in the absence

of relatives

e2. Recognize the ethical

principles that govern the

e 2 . Realize the proper attitude when

dealing with medical information related to

the patient

3

doctor/patient relationship

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

Introduction √ √

Adnexal Trauma √ √

a-Lid Injuries √ √

b-Lacrimal Injuries √ √

c-Orbital Injuries √ √

Anterior segment trauma √ √

a-Conjunctival and corneal Injuries √ √

b-Traumatic Hyphema √ √

c-Traumatic Cataract √ √

Posterion Segment trauma: √ √

a-Traumatic RD √ √

b-Traumatic Heamorrhage , maculopathy

and neuropathy

√ √

c-Traumatic Endophthalmitis √ √

Intraocular forign bodies √ √

Miscellaneous : √ √

4

a-Traumatic glaucoma √ √

b-Chemical and physical trauma √ √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70 %

Practical/Clinical Exam 30 %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Textbook of Ocular Trauma: Evaluation and Treatment

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Dr Tarek Abdel Razek Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham El Goweini Signature:

5

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

1

Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 05250808 Course Name: Cataract and refractive surgery

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2. Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims

The course includes lectures and skill transfer in cataract surgery, It also includes basic knowledge

and practical skills in refractive surgery.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge

about the organization &

function of the various parts of

the eye.

a1. Identify the proper anatomy and

physiology of the lens and cornea .

a2Revise the proper physiology and optics

of the various ocular structures concerned in

refractive surgery.

a5. Define the treatment

options for common health

problems, recognizing the

different levels of

interventions.

a3. Describe the different surgical treatment

modalities in managing various cases of

cataract.

a4. Describe the different refractive surgical

techniques in relation to each refractive

problem.

B. Intellectual

skills

b2- Integrate the various

scientific information in a

comprehensive and well

formatted form

b1. Interpret the information to solve

problems related to the choice of the most

suitable procedure for the specific type of

cataract.

b2. Solve some problems that do not

conform to the classic data

b3- Plan the appropriate

Treatment / investigations for

each patient to help reaching

the diagnosis

b3. Integrate different information to solve

professional problems.

B4.Plan an appropriate investigative plan of

each case of refractive surgery.

5.0 1.5

2

b4- Choose between different

treatment modalities based on

best practice evidence and cost

effectiveness .

b4. evaluate risks imposed during these

different procedures.

b5.outline a plan for management of any

expected intraoperative complication.

b5.Design a plan of medical or

surgical management of

various ocular problems

b6. Determine which professional decisions

in a wide range of professional situations.

b6.Formulate search questions

related to patients’ problems

b7. Demonstrate the ability to interact with

various situations related to different clinical

problems through proper analysis of patients

complaints and problems

b7. Utilize different models to

upgrade the scientific

knowledge including self

learning & continuous medical

education.

b7. Participate in various groups and

meeting to upgrade the professional

knowledge related to the various clinical

situations

C. Professional

and Practical

Skills

c1. Perform a systematized

ophthalmic examination including

the proper and correct usage of

the various standard ophthalmic

instrumentations e.g. slit lamp

biomicroscopy.

c1. Perform the various types of ocular

examination in a systematic well formatted

way in order to reach a general diagnosis.

c2. Perform and interpret required

investigation according to the case.

c4. Perform selected supervised

surgeries related primarily to

common eye conditions facing

the candidate in his/her everyday

practice like corneal surgeries and

cataract surgery.

c3. Illustrate the ability to take professional

decisions in a wide range of professional

situations.

c5. Assess properly any operative

or postoperative complications

and deal efficiently with.

c4. Demonstrate proper handling of any

operative or postoperative complications.

D. General Skills

d1. Contribute efficiently in a

multi-professional team working.

d1. Demonstrate efficient integration with

other members whether from the same

discipline or else wise in the management of

various cases. d2 Cooperate with colleagues,

seniors & subordinates in a health

team to accomplish work duties

efficiently

d2. Choose the proper method of

communication with various types of

patients’ personality and education.

3

d3. Present information to

patients according to their

educational level utilizing verbal

and available audiovisual tools.

d3. Demonstrate proper methods of

communication and patient advice during

examination especially in difficult situations

like examination of a child or a physically

handicapped. d4.Manage effectively situations

where communication is difficult

as in discussing operative or

postoperative complications

d4. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d6. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d7. Demonstrate ability to organize data for

enrolled studies and present them in a simple

analyzable form

d8.Utilize effective methods of

data entry and analysis using

various computer programs

specially those related to

statistical analysis

d8. Demonstrate the ability to run different

statistical tests in order to reach a plausible

outcome related to the efficiency of a certain

surgical procedure

E. Ethical Skills e1. Respect patient privacy and

dignity.

e1. Acquire the proper knowledge related to

patient privacy in a clinical setup including

his/her right for examination in the absence

of relatives

e2. Recognize the ethical

principles that govern the

doctor/patient relationship

e 2 . Realize the proper attitude when

dealing with medical information related to

the patient

e 3. Acquire the proper way of introducing

the test to be performed to the patient

4

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

Ophthalmic Viscoelastic Devices √ √ The Phaco Machine √ √

Anesthesia √ √ Pediatric cataract √ √

Cataract and high myopia √ √ Phacoemulsification √ √

Difficult cataract surgeries √ √ Intraocular Lenses √ √

Extracapsular Cataract Extraction √ √ Complications of cataract surgery √ √

Corneal Topography √ √ Incisional refractive surgery √ √

Lasik & surface ablation √ √ Complications of Lasik √ √

Phototherapeutic Keratectomy √ √ Phakic IOLs & INTACS √ √

Please check (✓) the appropriate method.

Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

Others

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100%

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 70%

Practical/Clinical Exam 30%

Others %

5

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Editors:

Thomas Kohnen,

• Douglas D. Koch MD

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Amgad Dowidar Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hesham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature:

1

Course Specifications

University: Alexandria

Faculty: Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Course Information

Course Code: 0525802 Course Name: Clinical Ophthalmic Anatomy

Program in which the Course is Given Master Degree in Ophthalmology

Number of Credit Hours 2.0 Theoretical Clinical/Practical

Course Aims: This course introduces the candidates to applied anatomy of the lids and lacrimal

system, applied surgical anatomy of the bony orbit and orbital structures, surgical anatomy of the

extraocular muscles and its relation to strabismus surgery, applied anatomy of the eye ball, anatomy

of the optic nerve, neuroanatomy and clinical anatomy of the visual pathway.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

Program ILO (refer to

program matrix) Course ILOs

A. Knowledge &

Understanding

a1. Define their knowledge about

the organization & function of the

various parts of the eye.

a1. Revise the structural anatomy of the

various eye structures

a2. Identify the gross anatomy of the various

eye structures

a3. Study the microscopic anatomy of the

various eye structures

a2. Recognize the basic sciences

related to the field of

Ophthalmology in relation to the

various subjects whether directly

related to the field like Optics or

generally like general

microbiology or both like

pathology of ocular diseases.

a4. Recognize the functions of the various

eye structures from the anatomical point of

view.

a5. Relate between these & the other basic

facts like the physiology and pathology of

these structures

B. Intellectual

skills

b7. Utilize different models to

upgrade the scientific knowledge

including self learning &

continuous medical education.

b1. Demonstrate ability to relate the various

structures of the eye to each other and to

other cranial structures in a virtual model or

on radiological films like the relation of the

chiasm to the pituitary gland

C. Professional

---- 2.0

2

and Practical

Skills

D. General Skills

d5. Demonstrate good knowledge

when dealing with computer

skills

d1. Participate in group discussions

concerning the subject.

d6.Recognise the value of self

and lifelong learning as the basis

for professional development

d2. Demonstrate good knowledge regarding

retrieval of data from various online sources

d7. Demonstrate effective written

and oral skills for presentation of

scientific information to different

audiences in the field of

Ophthalmology

d3. Participate in presentations with peers

whether as a main participant or as a

panelist in discussing the subject of concern

Course Content (Units/Topics)

Teaching/Learning Methods

Lectures self

learning

Practical/

Clinical

Small

group

discussion

Others

Orbit √ Extra- ocular muscles √ Ocular Appendages √ Anatomy of the eyelids √ Anatomy of the Sclera and the angle of

A.C √

Anatomy of the cornea √ Anatomy of the lens √ Anatomy of the uveal tract √ Anatomy of the retina √ Anatomy of the retina √ Anatomy of optic nerve √ Anatomy of the visual pathway √ Anatomy of the visual pathway √

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Student Assessment

Methods of Assessment

Essay MCQ

Case OSCE/OSPE

Assignment Logbook fulfillment

3

Others (MCQ)

Schedule of Assessment

Mid-term %

End of term 100 %

Distribution of Marks

Written Exam 100 %

Practical/Clinical Exam %

Others %

List of Textbooks and References

Lecture Notes

Course Text Books

Clinical anatomy of the eye

Richard S. Snell, Michael A. lamp

Suggested Extra Reading

Journals and Periodicals, others

Course Instructor

Name: Prof Dr Hazem Elhennawy Signature:

Program Coordinator

Name: Prof Dr Hisham El Goweini Signature:

Program Director (Head of Department)

Name: Prof Dr Ashraf Shaarawy Signature: