Podcast
Questions and Answers
What year did the first batch of optometrists graduated from the six-year curriculum?
What year did the first batch of optometrists graduated from the six-year curriculum?
The Revised Optometry Law of 1995 authorized optometrists to use diagnostic pharmaceutical agents without any additional coursework.
The Revised Optometry Law of 1995 authorized optometrists to use diagnostic pharmaceutical agents without any additional coursework.
False
What is the primary function of optometry?
What is the primary function of optometry?
To examine the human eye and provide corrective measures for vision.
A person who is certified to practice optometry in the Philippines is known as an __________.
A person who is certified to practice optometry in the Philippines is known as an __________.
Signup and view all the answers
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Signup and view all the answers
What is the primary discovery associated with Willebrord Snellius?
What is the primary discovery associated with Willebrord Snellius?
Signup and view all the answers
John Dalton published his paper on color blindness in 1798.
John Dalton published his paper on color blindness in 1798.
Signup and view all the answers
Who is credited with the invention of bifocal lenses?
Who is credited with the invention of bifocal lenses?
Signup and view all the answers
The word ______ was coined by J.W. in 1865.
The word ______ was coined by J.W. in 1865.
Signup and view all the answers
Match each individual with their significant contribution to optometry:
Match each individual with their significant contribution to optometry:
Signup and view all the answers
Who is known as the Father of Optometry?
Who is known as the Father of Optometry?
Signup and view all the answers
Rhode Island was the first state to lawfully recognize optometry.
Rhode Island was the first state to lawfully recognize optometry.
Signup and view all the answers
In what year was the National Eye Institute established?
In what year was the National Eye Institute established?
Signup and view all the answers
The first usable pair of contact lenses was developed by __________.
The first usable pair of contact lenses was developed by __________.
Signup and view all the answers
Match the following events with their corresponding years:
Match the following events with their corresponding years:
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is NOT a part of the definition of optometry?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the definition of optometry?
Signup and view all the answers
An optometrist is someone who has not received formal certification in the practice of optometry.
An optometrist is someone who has not received formal certification in the practice of optometry.
Signup and view all the answers
What significant invention increased the demand for spectacles in the 15th century?
What significant invention increased the demand for spectacles in the 15th century?
Signup and view all the answers
The science and art of examining the human eye is known as ______.
The science and art of examining the human eye is known as ______.
Signup and view all the answers
Match the following individuals with their contributions to optometry:
Match the following individuals with their contributions to optometry:
Signup and view all the answers
What does Section 3 of Republic Act No. 8050 define?
What does Section 3 of Republic Act No. 8050 define?
Signup and view all the answers
The term 'optometrist' refers to anyone who works in the field of eye care.
The term 'optometrist' refers to anyone who works in the field of eye care.
Signup and view all the answers
What are two types of lenses mentioned that are used to correct vision?
What are two types of lenses mentioned that are used to correct vision?
Signup and view all the answers
What significant change occurred regarding eyeglasses from the 18th to the 19th century?
What significant change occurred regarding eyeglasses from the 18th to the 19th century?
Signup and view all the answers
Optometry primarily focused on vision testing in the middle of the 20th century.
Optometry primarily focused on vision testing in the middle of the 20th century.
Signup and view all the answers
Who authored the leading optometry book titled 'Clinical Refraction'?
Who authored the leading optometry book titled 'Clinical Refraction'?
Signup and view all the answers
During the 3rd quarter to the close of the 20th century, optometrists became involved in the treatment and management of __________.
During the 3rd quarter to the close of the 20th century, optometrists became involved in the treatment and management of __________.
Signup and view all the answers
Match the periods with their main contributions to the growth of optometry practice:
Match the periods with their main contributions to the growth of optometry practice:
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Overview
- Originally a four-year course initiated in 1998, it evolved into a six-year curriculum.
- First cohort of optometrists from the six-year program graduated in 2004, gaining authorization to utilize Diagnostic Pharmaceutical Agents (DPAs).
- Special pharmacology courses available for four-year program graduates to earn DPA privileges.
Legislation
- Republic Act No. 8050 regulates optometry practice, enhances education, and integrates optometrists within healthcare.
- Revised Optometry Law of 1995 defines pathways and education for optometrists in the Philippines.
Definitions
- Optometry: The science and art involving eye examinations, ocular function analysis, lens prescription, vision training, and use of DPAs for vision rehabilitation.
- Optometrist: Certified professional by the Board of Optometry, registered with the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) in the Philippines.
Historical Milestones in Optometry
- Roger Bacon (1268): Highlighted light's improvement using lenses; led to the invention of the first spectacles in Northern Italy.
- Johannes Kepler (1604): Discovered retinal image formation; differentiated the function of concave and convex lenses for vision correction.
- Benito Daza de Valdes (1623): Authored the first optometric principles book, introducing methods for visual acuity measurement.
- Benjamin Franklin (1784): Invented bifocal lenses to address presbyopia.
- John Dalton (1798): Researched and described color blindness.
- Thomas Young (1801): Discovered astigmatism; first to map the norm of visual fields.
- Hermann Von Helmholtz (1851): Created the ophthalmoscope, enabling fundus examination.
- Herman Snellen (1862): Developed visual acuity charts, formalizing eyesight assessment into a fraction.
- J.W. Verschoor (1865): Coined the term "Optometry" in his doctoral dissertation.
- Oldest Optometry School (1872): Founded in the Chicago College of Ophthalmology, now Illinois College of Optometry.
- Adolf Fick (1888): Created the first usable contact lenses.
- Charles Prentice (1898): Helped establish the American Optometry Association to support optometrists' legal matters.
- Legislative Milestones (1901 - 1921): Minnesota first state to legally recognize optometry; by 1921, all states acknowledged the profession.
- Plastic Contact Lenses (1938): Developed by Theodore Obrig and John Mullen.
- National Eye Institute (1968): Founded by President Johnson, focusing on vision research.
- Diagnostic Drug Law (1971): Rhode Island allowed optometrists to use diagnostic drugs for patient treatment.
- Soft Contact Lenses (1974): Introduced by Bausch & Lomb into the consumer market.
- Laser Treatments Legislation (1998): Oklahoma passed law allowing optometrists to use lasers for specific treatments.
- Irvin Borish: Known as the Father of Modern Optometry; made significant contributions to refraction and contact lenses, authored important optometry textbook.
Development of Optometry Practice
- 18th to 19th Century: Emergence of spectacle vendors; eyeglasses gained legitimacy as vital visual tools.
- 19th to Early 20th Century: Clinical refraction science developed along with enhanced lens fabrication techniques.
- Mid-20th Century: Focused primarily on vision testing; interest grew in binocular vision analysis and contact lens innovation.
- Late 20th Century: Legislation allowed for the use of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents; optometrists' roles expanded to include disease treatment management, with some countries permitting limited surgeries.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Related Documents
Description
This quiz covers the history and curriculum changes in the Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) program, focusing on the transition from a four-year to a six-year course. It also highlights the legislative milestones allowing optometrists to use diagnostic pharmaceutical agents in their practice. Test your knowledge on the evolution of optometry education!
