OPTM 744 - Optometric Gerontology

The course objective is for students to develop an increased understanding of the elderly. The course content is adapted from A Recommended Continuing Curriculum: Geriatric Optometry for the Primary Care Practice prepared by the AOA Geriatrics and Nursing Facility Committee in June 2000. Content experts will give presentations on a variety of topics impacting the elderly and students will collaboratively evaluate the information for optometric significance.

Typically offered: Spring Only
Level: PR
Credit Hours: 1

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Department: OPTO