Public Health and Optometry (OPTM 717)

• College: Michigan College of Optometry
• Department: MI College of Optometry
• Credit Hours: 3
• This course has a lecture with 3 hours.

This course will introduce the student to relevant principles of public health and their application to clinical optometry. Topics include U. S. health care system, health care economics, third party payment programs, managed care, and governmental organizations. Delivery of eye care services in a hospital environment will also be discussed.Typically Offered: Summer Only