The Ophthalmic Laser Handbook

Quel est le sujet du livre "The Ophthalmic Laser Handbook"

As new laser technology continues to emerge in the eye care field, there is a need for an up-to-date, comprehensive resource for eye care providers who are learning or currently performing these laser procedures. Edited by Lars Freisberg, Nate Lighthizer, Leonid Skorin, Jr., Karl Stonecipher, and Aaron Zimmerman, The Ophthalmic Laser Handbook is a practical, clinical guide that covers everything from indications and procedural techniques to contraindications and potential adverse events. This all-in-one reference, including over 45 videos of laser procedures in the e-version, is designed for all eye care providers-from those performing the procedures to those co-managing pre- and post-operative visits.

• Reviews all current lasers used across all regions of the eye.
  
• Features complete coverage of each procedure, including background, indications, contraindications, informed consent, pre- and post-operative considerations, complications, efficacy, billing/coding, and more.
  
• Presents bulleted lists of key information in every chapter for quick reference.

• Includes videos of all major laser procedures being performed by the author team of renowned ophthalmologists and optometrists.
  
• Provides a portable, easy-to-use resource for everyday clinical use and for the professional development of students, residents, and practitioners. , Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Lars Freisberg : Dr. Lars Freisberg is an ophthalmologist in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He received his medical degree from University of Marburg Faculty of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

Nate Lighthizer : Dr. Nate Lighthizer is an Associate Professor and the Associate Dean for the NSU Oklahoma College of Optometry. He also is the Director of the Continuing Medical Education Program for the College of Optometry, and the Chief of the Specialty Care Clinics.

Leonid Skorin, Jr. : Dr. Skorin is a Consultant in the Department of Surgery, Community Division of Ophthalmology at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea, MN (USA) and is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine.

Karl Stonecipher : Dr. Karl G. Stonecipher is an ophthalmologist in Greensboro, North Carolina and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital and University of North Carolina Hospitals, NC, USA.

Aaron B. Zimmerman Associate Professor of Clinical Optometry, Columbus, OH, USA.