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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Journal of Academic Ophthalmology 2022; 14(01): e1-e6
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1741557
Research Article

A Novel Method for Teaching Laser Peripheral Iridotomy and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty Using Video Instruction and Model Eyes

Jamie Palmer
1   University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
,
Geoffrey Nguyen
1   University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
,
Janet Alexander
2   Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
,
Moran R. Levin
2   Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
,
Ramya Swamy
2   Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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Abstract

Objective The aim of the study is to describe an inexpensive and easily-constructed model eye for the purpose of teaching laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) and selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) to ophthalmology residents.

Methods Easily constructed, inexpensive model eyes were utilized to teach residents SLT and LPI utilizing a remote self-study module. A teaching microscope attachment allowed for video-based instruction and feedback.

Results This model eye, used in conjunction with video modules is an effective low-cost teaching tool for laser surgery among ophthalmology residents. Attending ophthalmologists rated the use of these model eyes using surveys and found them to be appropriate teaching tools that could lead to improved knowledge and translate to better patient care.

Conclusion Our novel method for teaching glaucoma laser surgery allows residents to learn the principles and theory behind common laser procedures while having the opportunity to practice repetitive procedures on low-cost model eyes.

Keywords

COVID-19 - laser surgery - surgical education - model eyes - video-based education

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Eingereicht: 08. März 2021

Angenommen: 26. Juli 2021

Artikel online veröffentlicht:
30. Januar 2022

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