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Patricia Bath's Laserphaco Probe is primarily used for:
Patricia Bath's Laserphaco Probe is primarily used for:
Which academic institution did Patricia Bath NOT attend?
Which academic institution did Patricia Bath NOT attend?
In what year did Patricia Bath graduate from Howard University's medical program?
In what year did Patricia Bath graduate from Howard University's medical program?
Which organization did Patricia Bath co-found?
Which organization did Patricia Bath co-found?
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In which area of medicine did Patricia Bath complete her residency at NYU?
In which area of medicine did Patricia Bath complete her residency at NYU?
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At which universities did Bath become an associate professor of surgery and ophthalmology?
At which universities did Bath become an associate professor of surgery and ophthalmology?
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When did Patricia Bath achieve the distinction of being the first female ophthalmologist at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute?
When did Patricia Bath achieve the distinction of being the first female ophthalmologist at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute?
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In what year was the patent for the Laserphaco Probe awarded?
In what year was the patent for the Laserphaco Probe awarded?
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Patricia Bath
Patricia Bath
A pioneer ophthalmologist known for preventing blindness.
Laserphaco Probe
Laserphaco Probe
An invention by Bath for precise cataract removal using lasers.
American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness
American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness
An organization co-founded by Bath to advocate for sight rights.
First female ophthalmologist at UCLA
First female ophthalmologist at UCLA
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Ophthalmology residency training program
Ophthalmology residency training program
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Corneal transplantation
Corneal transplantation
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Community outreach program
Community outreach program
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To restore sight
To restore sight
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Study Notes
Patricia Bath: Pioneer in Ophthalmology
- Pioneer in ophthalmology, inventor, laser scientist, made advancements in preventing blindness.
- Graduated from Howard University in 1968 and earned a medical degree.
- Completed residency in ophthalmology at New York University.
- Studied corneal transplantation and keratoprosthesis at Columbia University.
- Became associate professor of surgery and ophthalmology at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University.
- Co-founded the American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness, advocating for eyesight as a basic human right.
- Launched "community ophthalmology" to provide primary care in underserved areas.
- Invented the Laserphaco Probe in 1986, enabling precise cataract removal.
- Lectured widely and promoted advanced ophthalmologic techniques.
- Provided sight-saving treatments in developing nations.
- First female ophthalmologist at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute.
- Became first US woman to direct an ophthalmology residency program in 1983.
- Patented her invention in 1988 for the Laserphaco probe, which she created in 1986.
Key Achievements
- First African American woman to complete a residency in ophthalmology at New York University.
- First female ophthalmologist at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute, in 1975
- Developed the Laserphaco Probe, patented in 1988.
- Established first ophthalmology residency program for women in the USA, in 1983.
Milestones
- Accepted position as first female ophthalmologist at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute in 1975.
- Developed the Laserphaco Probe in 1986, a patented invention.
- Became the first US woman who established and directed an ophthalmology residency training program in 1983.
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Description
Explore the groundbreaking contributions of Patricia Bath, a trailblazer in ophthalmology. From her innovative inventions like the Laserphaco Probe to her advocacy for community ophthalmology, Bath's work has transformed eye care and aimed to prevent blindness. Discover her journey from medical school to becoming a prominent figure in her field.
