Ophthalmic Medical Assisting: An Independent Study Course, Seventh Edition

This is a concise, high-yield self-study program for beginning ophthalmic assistants that blends fundamental medical and scientific information and essential practical skills, plus emphasis on office responsibilities to improve operational effectiveness. Successful completion of the course (textbook + separate online exam) serves as a prerequisite for the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) examination administered by the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO). The fully illustrated textbook describes 45 procedures step-by-step and covers all topics in both the United States and international curricula. Includes 12 interactive anatomical models of the eye and 26 training videos.