Foundations of Ophthalmology

Great Insights that Established the Discipline

Daniel M Albert editor Michael F Marmor editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Springer International Publishing AG

Published:12th Jun '18

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There have been books over the years discussing the history of ophthalmology, but none that focus directly on just the most critical thinkers whose insights provided the foundation for the discipline. These men and women advanced knowledge about vision, diagnosis, disease mechanisms, and therapy through innovative thinking and perseverance against old ideas. Their stories are intriguing at a personal level and for showing the complexity of advancing medical science and, therefore, should be required reading for anyone practicing ophthalmology.  

Foundations of Ophthalmology includes giants such as Young (the nature of color and light), Braille (a practical reading system for the blind), Helmholtz (development of the ophthalmoscope), von Graefe (defining glaucoma), Curie (discovery of radiation and the basis of radiation therapy), Gonin (demonstration how to cure retinal detachment), Ridley (serendipity that led to intraocular lenses), andKelman (development of phacoemulsification that revolutionized cataract surgery). 

“It is written for anyone who is curious about the individuals who contributed to the foundations of ophthalmology. The authors are credible leaders in the field of ophthalmology. … The authors have done a wonderful job of reminding us about the instrumental individuals who contributed to the early development of ophthalmology. It was enjoyable to learn about these men and women and how their insights have contributed to our knowledge about the eye.” (Diana V. Do, Doody's Book Reviews, February, 2018)

ISBN: 9783319866703

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221 pages

Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017