Procedural Skill Training for Direct Ophthalmoscopy and Assessment of Ophthalmoscopic Fund of Knowledge Using Prosthetic Eye Model
Project Overview
Every medical student must possess a core knowledge and basic skills necessary for the diagnosis, treatment and appropriate referral of common eye conditions. These core examination skills and core procedural skills have been outlined in a recent publication in the ophthalmic literature authored by the Association of University Professor of Ophthalmology Consortium of Medical Student Educators. (See attached). One of the most essential skills required includes the use of the direct ophthalmoscope to perform fundoscopy. Currently this skill is taught during two 3-hour sessions, one held for first-year medical students and the second for students in their second year of medical school. Currently, students practice the skills on each other using medications to dilate each others’ pupils, to practice use of the direct ophthalmoscope. This project involves acquiring mannequin-based practice eyes which are anatomically realistic and more importantly, have different backgrounds and simulated funduscopic findings that will allow for the assessment of both examination technique competence as well as an ophthalmic fund of knowledge.
The Kyotokgaku utilizes mannequins with interchangeable illuminated slides that simulate fundus findings commonly seen by physicians. These slides are interchangeable and the mannequin model has been utilized in many medical schools throughout the country. It was found to be anatomically correct and a robust system that withstands daily use.
This grant has two parts.
- Use of funds to acquire the mannequin.
- Creation of a funduscopic fund of knowledge worksheet that will be given prior to instruction, following instruction and then one year post-instruction to check for retention of knowledge.
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