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What do we have which helps us see?
Eyes
What is the most common type of colour blindness?
red-green colour blindness
Why is Ophthalmology important?
To maintain eye health, prevent blindness and enhance quality of life
The front transparent part of the eye is called?
a. Retina
b. Lens
c. Cones
d. Cornea
d. Cornea
How many years would you need to study to become an ophthalmologist in Singapore
At least 10 years:
5 years to get basic medical degree
5 years to be a specialist
What part of the eye is the reason why we have a blind spot?
Optic nerve
What are the names of the 3 procedures mentioned in the slides?
Lamellar Corneal Transplant
Ocular Surface Bioengineered Stem Cell Transplant
Cataract treatment/Replace lens with artificial lens
What is the difference between Cataracts treatment and Lasik surgery?
Cataracts treatment involves the replacement of the lens with an artificial lens while Lasik involves reshaping the cornea
What are the four major innovations in ophthalmology in the last 50 years?
Cataract surgery
LASIK
anti VEGF therapies for retinal diseases
advanced diagnostics