A simple device for teaching direct ophthalmoscopy to primary care practitioners.

   Autor:          Kelly D Chung; Robert C Watzke

Revista:	American journal of ophthalmology (0002-9394
Entrega:	Am J Ophthalmol. 2004 Sep;138(3):501-2
Abstract:	PURPOSE:Ophthalmoscopy, a valuable skill for primary care practitioners, can be challenging to learn. A simple and inexpensive device for teaching direct ophthalmoscopy to primary care practitioners is described. DESIGN:Device description. METHODS:Cylindrical plastic canisters were altered to have an artificial pupil at one end and a replaceable fundus photograph at the other end to simulate the mechanics of performing direct ophthalmoscopy on a real eye. These were tested for ease of use by primary care students. RESULTS:The devices to aid in teaching ophthalmoscopy proved to be simple and inexpensive to construct. They allowed students to practice direct ophthalmoscopy technique and identification of funduscopic abnormalities. CONCLUSION:This simple device for teaching direct ophthalmoscopy to primary care practitioners is inexpensive to create and is a valuable aid for teaching direct ophthalmoscopy to primary care practitioners.