Principles and Practice of Ophthalmology

John W. Chandler

This is a comprehensive, six-volume compendium of the basic and clinical principles and practice of ophthalmology. The set is a virtually complete treatise on every aspect of ophthalmology for those in training and those in practice. It represents the knowledge in ophthalmology in the early l990s and combines in one source all of the elements that make up our current understanding. Through the written word and generous use of figures, the authors and contributors have largely achieved their goals. The set should be an essential part of the libraries of residents and practicing ophthalmologists as well as be on the shelves of related medical libraries. It is authoritative in all areas, and the individual contributions of many leaders in ophthalmology appear throughout. The use of black-and-white and color illustrations are abundant. Many panels couple clinical examples with light and electron microscopy. Each chapter has extensive references. In some ways, the index is a bit hard to use but manageable. The handsome bright red covers and the excellent grade of paper and high-quality color figures give the set a distinctive appearance. The volume on basic sciences is particularly strong, and many chapters have special descriptions that will aid the reader in becoming a better physician. This set is a very special and important addition to the ophthalmic literature. It covers the entire field and will be valuable to the reader whether it is for the general expansion of his or her base of knowledge or to answer a specific patient-related question. The extensive reference list of each chapter will help the reader find even more pertinent information. Although it is expensive, the set is avaluable addition to every ophthalmologist's collection of reference books.

Srinivas R. Sadda

This is a comprehensive, multivolume text that encompasses the full breadth of ophthalmology. It is an updated and revised version of the landmark first edition published in 1994. It is intended to serve as a useful reference source for clinicians (both general ophthalmologists and ophthalmic subspecialists), and this objective is easily achieved. In addition to ophthalmologists, this text is also useful for medical students, ophthalmology residents, and fellows in training. The editors have assembled a panel of contributing authors which includes subspecialists who are true experts in their respective fields. This text is a comprehensive review of all aspects of ophthalmology; information which is particularly pertinent to clinicians is emphasized. The text is well-organized, contains an abundance of helpful illustrations, and is complemented by a thorough catalog of the relevant references. The first volume is a detailed presentation of ophthalmic basic science (including genetics, immunology, microbiology, and pharmacology), but the focus is on information that is most relevant to clinical practice. In the subsequent volumes the broad spectrum of ophthalmic disease is reviewed, beginning with the anterior segment and progressing posteriorly. Each major section begins with a review of the relevant anatomy, embryology, and physiology; and subsequent chapters in the section include descriptions of individual disease entities in sequence. The text, as a whole, is up-to-date and includes the latest breakthroughs and recent advances in ophthalmology, including the genetics of inherited retinal diseases, investigational agents for glaucoma (neuroprotection), and refractive surgerytechniques. This second edition represents a significant improvement over the already exceptional and widely-applauded first edition. It is an up-to-date and comprehensive review of ophthalmology that is presented in a style that is ideally suited for the clinician ophthalmologist. Tasman's Duane's Ophthalmology (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 1996) is its only ""peer,"" which is also a comprehensive and detailed review of ophthalmology. This book, however, is set apart by its brilliant organization, thoughtful illustration, and easy to read style.

From The Critics

Reviewer: Srinivas R. Sadda, MD (Johns Hopkins Hospital)
Description: This is a comprehensive, multivolume text that encompasses the full breadth of ophthalmology. It is an updated and revised version of the landmark first edition published in 1994.
Purpose: It is intended to serve as a useful reference source for clinicians (both general ophthalmologists and ophthalmic subspecialists), and this objective is easily achieved.
Audience: In addition to ophthalmologists, this text is also useful for medical students, ophthalmology residents, and fellows in training. The editors have assembled a panel of contributing authors which includes subspecialists who are true experts in their respective fields.
Features: This text is a comprehensive review of all aspects of ophthalmology; information which is particularly pertinent to clinicians is emphasized. The text is well-organized, contains an abundance of helpful illustrations, and is complemented by a thorough catalog of the relevant references. The first volume is a detailed presentation of ophthalmic basic science (including genetics, immunology, microbiology, and pharmacology), but the focus is on information that is most relevant to clinical practice. In the subsequent volumes the broad spectrum of ophthalmic disease is reviewed, beginning with the anterior segment and progressing posteriorly. Each major section begins with a review of the relevant anatomy, embryology, and physiology; and subsequent chapters in the section include descriptions of individual disease entities in sequence. The text, as a whole, is up-to-date and includes the latest breakthroughs and recent advances in ophthalmology, including the genetics of inherited retinal diseases, investigational agents for glaucoma (neuroprotection), and refractive surgery techniques.
Assessment: This second edition represents a significant improvement over the already exceptional and widely-applauded first edition. It is an up-to-date and comprehensive review of ophthalmology that is presented in a style that is ideally suited for the clinician ophthalmologist. Tasman's Duane's Ophthalmology (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 1996) is its only "peer," which is also a comprehensive and detailed review of ophthalmology. This book, however, is set apart by its brilliant organization, thoughtful illustration, and easy to read style.

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