Reviews (7)

GP's in the Netherlands
As STOOHN we train Dutch GP's on primary care ophthalmology.
A book that every opthometrist should have
This book have mostly of the phatologies that we found in every day practice.Even do that we as opthometrist don't treat all of them, is very important that as primary eye care providers we give our patients the proper information about their simptoms and their desease.I find this booh very handy to understand most of the ocular pathologies for non eye doctors and students as well. Six Star Book
I wanted to give six stars to this book, but Amazon.com does not have this option. This is the must have book for all the ophthamologists. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Ophthalmology    4. Medical / Optometry   

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

Would have been 5 stars if it had been edited well and on non-glossy paper
Great book, but I actually like the earlier edition better.I have the latest edition, but was disappointed with the many errors in the book and on the CD that accompanies the book.The Index has numerous errors as topics are not listed on the pages stated in the index.The CD also has numerous errors as the pictures dont coincide with the chapters in the book even though they are supposed to.
The caption drawings make the atlas
This is a great resource for residents. A major problem with most atlases is that pictures of subtle findings are not properly annotated, so that the reader may miss the actual focus of the picture.Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Ophthalmology    4. Optometry    5. Reference    6. Medical / Ophthalmology   

Subjects:  1. Medical / Nursing    2. Medical    3. Medical / Pharmacology    4. Pharmaceutical technology    5. Drug Guides    6. Ophthalmology    7. Pharmacology   

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Perfect sight---your birthright!
'Relearning to See' is the largest and most comprehensive book ever written on the Bates Method of Natural Eyesight Improvement Re-Education. The author has taught Natural Eyesight Improvement and Teacher Training classes since 1983. He has recently relocated from San Francisco to the Natural Vision Center in Ashland, Oregon. RTS contains the pioneering work of ophthalmologist William H. Bates, MD. This educational program is *not* about eye exercises---a common misconception of the Bates Method. The most important contribution of RTS is that it concisely describes the 3 principles and 3 habits of natural vision. Yet each principle and habit is thoroughly explained, since all of them are necessary for normal, clear sight. RTS is a 521-page tome containing 60 color plates, over 150 illustrations and eye charts, (not a small booklet like most other books written on this topic), and contains information on how to improve nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia, strabismus (e.g. crossed-eye), amblyopia (lazy-eye), and many other vision problems. Even many serious eye problems have improved with this educational program. RTS covers reading, driving, using a computer, in nighttime vision, flying, light tolerance, artificial lighting and many other topics. Glasses are an artificial crutch, and contact lenses are foreign objects. Both tend to reinforce strained vision habits and make your eyesight worse. RTS educates you about lenses and prescriptions so you can go to your eye doctor and get legal, safe, reduced-power glasses while you are improving your eyesight. One of the most interesting and valuable chapters is called 'Brains and Vision,' where the author presents a larger perspective on the Bates Method using the modern right brain/left brain model. Bates stated that vision is primarily mental. The sections on left-brain myopes versus right-brain farsights are quite revealing. There are many mental and vision quality benefits to improving eyesight naturally, including memory, concentration, imagination, creativity, color perception, depth perception, contrast and texture awareness. While Dr. Bates did make some errors, his *solutions* of re-establishing correct vision habits are flawless---because they are created by nature. Read Chapter 1, Chapters 2-4 if you have been wearing glasses or contacts; then jump to Chapters 9+ and get started with natural vision principles and habits.
Relearning to See:Improve Your Eyesight - Naturally!
Fantastic book! I have been wearing glasses since 1970, but since reading this book and practicing the principles explained within it, I doubt I will have to continue wearing glasses much longer.After only one month, I have noticed a definite improvement in my eyesight -- glasses which were once too weak for me are now almost too strong!

Amazing non-allopathic approach to healing vision
I tried this for 9 days while on vacation and I was amazed by the results. All of the bad vision habits that Dr. William H. Bates discovered I had. After a few days practice, I was having "flashes" of perfect vision discussed in the book. I was seeing details like leaves on trees rather than a big amorphous blob of green.
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Subjects:  1. Body, Mind & Spirit    2. Consumer Health    3. General    4. Health/Fitness    5. Naturopathy    6. Vision    7. Popular medicine   

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THE Textbook for Hospitalists
This is a great overview of the vast subject that is inpatient internal medicine.The young specialty of hospitalist is one that has needed its own dedicated text for some time.This second edition is definately it.While there is still some slight fine tuning to be done, Dr. Wachter continues to do great work for us as the Father of the Hospitalist Revolution that is occuring.
Outstanding Book
An excellent reference for the physician who cares for hospitalized patients. Just enough detail to care for patients of every severity and type of illness, yet not so much that you are bogged down in unimportant trivia and esoteric controversies. The book is up to date, and the authors obviously know their stuff. Things like indications for ICU admission and indications for discharge make this book invaluable for physicians who care for hospitalized patients. Now if only someone will write a similar one for pediatrics....

great ref
awesome book...has flow charts for treatment...etc...Read more

Subjects:  1. Clinical Chemistry    2. Clinical Medicine    3. Hospital care    4. Hospitalization    5. Inpatients    6. Internal Medicine    7. Medical    8. Medical / Nursing    9. Medical / Optometry   

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Great Refresher
I used this book to prepare for the State Optician Boards.It was great, In have now lent out my copy several times.Well worth the money.

Optician's Bible
If you are planning on entering the optical field, or are a seasoned Optician, this book is a must have.Amazingly comprehensive, covers everything from the very simple to complex in a very easy to follow format. The style is precise, yet comfortable to read, and for the student (aren't we all?) there are review questions at the end of chapters.Not recommended ... required! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Eyeglasses    2. Health/Fitness    3. Medical    4. Medical / Nursing    5. Opticianry    6. Optics    7. Optometry    8. Medical / Optometry    9. Ophthalmology    10. Optometry / opticians   

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Lacking in some places
As far as content goes this manual is lacking in up to date therapies, and has a limited view on differential diagosis.Pictures are great, though, and in one small handy book. But, if you don't know what you're looking for itis very hard to find

Perhaps the best ophthalmology book ever
Kudos to the authors! A practical guide for primary eye care with color photos
This compact, soft-cover manual ($50) is very useful for primary care practitioners treating common eye problems and trauma.Well-organized, clear and concise text accompanies nicely labelled color photographs. Itsquick reference format with recommendations and differential diagnoses is good for primary care and emergency departments. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Ophthalmology    4. Optometry    5. Medical / Ophthalmology   

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Optometry    4. Test Preparation & Review    5. Medical / Optometry    6. Optometry / opticians   

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OK for quick reference
Broad coverage of many topics. But information is limited and basically an outline. Good for quick review before tests or in clinic, but not a definitive source for diagnostic or treament dilemmas ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Ophthalmology    4. Optometry    5. Medical / Optometry    6. Optometry / opticians   

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THE EDITORAL SUMMARY IS MISLEADING
The review above says it contains "review of all the subjects" included in the OAT.THAT IS NOT TRUE. I REPEAT:
Excellent Kaplan Book
Must buy for Optometry Admission Test(OAT).
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Subjects:  1. GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Optometry    4. Study Aids    5. Test Prep    6. Test Preparation & Review    7. Optometry / opticians    8. Study & learning skills    9. Study Aids / General   

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Excellent handbook
This book is a must for every student and clinician in ophthalmology or optometry. It should be translated in other languages too. Easy to read, guides you through the procedures step by step. Some color pictures and a couple of updates in a later edition would make it excellent.

OPTOMETRY STUDENTS AND OPTHAMOLOGY RESIDENTS NEED THIS BOOK
A complete guide to all primary care procedures that one performs duringroutine exams.The text is clear and concise on each procedure andexplains normal and abnormal findings.The appropriate method forrecording is also detailed in this book. This is a must for any optometrystudent or ophthalmology resident. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Diseases    3. Examination    4. Eye    5. Eye Diseases    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Medical Procedure    9. Ophthalmology    10. Optometry    11. Examination of patients    12. Medical / Optometry   

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Practical Textbook on lens design now in 2nd Edition
Excerpt: My personal optical design experience has spanned more than five decades. They have been exciting, fascinating, and delightful decades; I have enjoyed each one. During that half century, lens design has changed radically. In the mid-twentieth century, lens design was still a semi-intuitive art, practiced by a few dedicated individuals of great per-severance, knowledge, and skill. And by mid-century most of the classic lens design forms had already been created. To this day, these designs are still the basis of many excellent modern optical systems.
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Subjects:  1. Design and construction    2. Engineering - Electrical & Electronic    3. Handbooks, manuals, etc    4. Lenses    5. Optics    6. Science/Mathematics    7. Technology    8. Technology & Industrial Arts    9. Applied optics    10. Optics (light)    11. Technology / Optics   

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Pass Optometry Boards with this text.
Kudos to Dr. Schwartz for writing such a swell text.This book takes complicated subjects and condenses them into an easy afternoon read.If you read this book before taking Part I of NBEO, you'll greatly increaseyour chances of passing.The text essentially summarizes a significantnumber of concepts NBEO writes questions about.Thanks Doc Schwartz! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Life Sciences - Anatomy & Physiology    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Optometry    4. Physiological Optics    5. Science    6. Science/Mathematics    7. Vision    8. Vision disorders    9. Visual Perception    10. Medical / Optometry    11. Neurology & clinical neurophysiology    12. Optometry / opticians   

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The Bible
Unique in the subject of clinical optics, optometry and refraction. Any language, any time, any sub-speciality. The base of the pyramid in the art of refraction, forsimple glasses, contact lenses, refractive surgery, ...
I wish I had read this sooner
I read this during my second year of ophthalmology residency and found it to be incredibly useful.It is easy to read with real, hilarious cases to explain the optics.The authors have a great sense of humor.Believe it or not, optics can be funny.I checked it out from our library, but bought my own copy for home because it is so good. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Ophthalmology    4. Optometry   

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THE text for Optometrists to understand Glaucoma
This is a great book for optometry students, and optometrists alike!If you've got any questions about the peculiar disease of glaucoma, read this book.Not only does it explain diagnosis of the many forms of the disease, but has an in depth section that explains pharmacological management as well as surgical management.The discussions are fairly up to date, and easy to follow.The text does a good job at integrating as much new information and research as possible.There are some editing errors, but hey we're not all perfect! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Diseases And Disorders Of The Eye    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Ophthalmology    5. Optometry    6. Otolaryngology    7. Medical / Ophthalmology    8. Optometry / opticians   

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Great 2 Volume Set!!!
This two-volume set is divided into two areas -- visual disorders and vision rehabilitation. Each of these areas is then subdivided into chapters in which contributors cover specific topics in depth. The greatest strength of the set is the extensive, detailed review of the field of vision loss and vision rehabilitation. It appears that no area has been overlooked in this review of information. No other text in the field of vision rehabilitation matches the depth and breadth of information compiled here. The quality and quantity of information is outstanding and the editors and contributors are leading experts in their respective fields of vision rehabilitation. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Ophthalmology    3. Optometry    4. Psychology    5. Psychotherapy - General    6. Reference    7. Health systems & services    8. Medical / Reference    9. Medicine | Ophthalmology    10. Optometry / opticians    11. Rehabilitation    12. Specific disorders & therapies   

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This book is for Objectivists
I read this book on the recommendation of Dr. Harry Binswanger from the Ayn Rand Institute after attending his lecture on how people can achieve certainty epistemologically (i.e., how to learn and how to be sure that what you learn is real and correct) by first relying on sensory information.
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Essential info for all Eye Doctors
I practice Nutritional Optometry (educate my patients on any and all supplements that are beneficial for their particular disease, or family history of disease).This book gives the reader an exceptional overview on the do's and dont's of nutrition as pertaining to the eye. A misleading title providing false hope
I suffer from Macular Degeneration and bought the book, hoping to find, as the title suggests, a way to reverse the disease. There was no proven cure in the book. Plus, the book has only one chapter on MD, not the whole bookas might be construed from the title. Millions of Americans suffer from MDfor which there is no definite cure. The title is a good sales booster.People like me who have been told by numerous physicians that there is nocure, will buy the book. If you are a patient of MD, eat a lot of bilberry,antioxidants and lutein( found in leafy greens like spinach) and most ofall, pray. God made us and He only can cure; we can only try, it is He thatcan make it happen.

snake oil for a vulnerable community
The theme: that nutrition ought to accompany any medical regime, is sound.But the silly sixties warnings about "processed foods" and other health food myths make one wonder if this is a book designed to make a buck for the authors rather than to help those with vision problems. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alternative treatment    2. Consumer Health    3. Diet / Health / Fitness    4. Diseases    5. Eye    6. Health/Fitness    7. Holistic Medicine    8. Medical    9. Optometry    10. Retinal degeneration    11. Treatment    12. Vision    13. Medical / Optometry    14. Popular medicine   

Subjects:  1. Engineering - General    2. Medical    3. Ophthalmology    4. Optometry    5. Technology & Industrial Arts    6. Clinical & Internal Medicine    7. Medical / Ophthalmology   

Subjects:  1. Clinical Pharmacology    2. Eye    3. Eye Diseases    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Ocular pharmacology    7. Ophthalmology    8. Optometry    9. drug effects    10. drug therapy    11. Medical / Optometry    12. Pharmacology