We aimed to determine the distribution of ophthalmic care providers and its correlation with health and socioeconomic status and health system indicators. Data were gathered from the Iran Medical Council and the Iranian Societies of Ophthalmology and Optometry. Concurrent indicators were collected from the Statistical Center of Iran and national studies. A population-adjusted number of combined...

In this issue of the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology, Astle et al. identify the need for more well-trained ophthalmic medical personnel (OMP) and provide strategies for the long-term success of OMP training. They analyzed data collected from Canadian ophthalmologists and OMP regarding the value and role of certified eye care personnel. Even though the environment is changing and much is out o...

Patients with glaucoma and glaucoma suspects encompass a large group of individuals—up to 5% of the population over the age of 40 years, and an even higher prevalence in older age groups. With aging of the Canadian population, the number of affected individuals with glaucoma or glaucoma suspects is expected to increase dramatically, placing significant stresses on the resources devoted to eye c...

PURPOSE To investigate the present status of diabetic care provided by ophthalmologists working in hospitals and private clinics in Japan. METHODS Questionnaires were mailed to 315 ophthalmologists. There was a return rate of 73%. RESULTS Problems identified in the clinics were: (1) many diabetic patients who complain chiefly of ophthalmological symptoms voluntarily request their first opht...

THIS REVIEW OF ORBITAL FRACTURES HAS THREE GOALS: 1) to understand the clinically relevant orbital anatomy with regard to periorbital trauma and orbital fractures, 2) to explain how to assess and examine a patient after periorbital trauma, and 3) to understand the medical and surgical management of orbital fractures. The article aims to summarize the evaluation and management of commonly encoun...