Set of Diploma Courses II: Eye Surgery Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZ19.2025

The module focuses on education in the field of eye surgery methods. The aim of the module is to prepare optometry students to work with ophthalmologists, understand the role of surgery in the treatment of eye diseases and develop diagnostic skills in the context of examining patients undergoing ophthalmic surgery. Students should acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize conditions requiring surgical treatment, as well as support the treatment and rehabilitation process after ophthalmic surgery. Educational content: During lectures, students will become familiar with: 1. Basics of ophthalmic surgery - types of procedures, types of anesthesia in ophthalmic surgery, monitoring the patient during the procedure. 2. Ophthalmic equipment – servicing devices used in diagnostics and surgery. 3. refractive surgery - LASIK, FemtoLASIK, PRK, LASEK, SMILE, intracorneal rings. 4. Intraocular refractive surgery - ICL, RLE. 5. Ophthalmic transplantology - corneal transplantation techniques, keratoprosthesis. 6. Cataract and glaucoma surgery – surgical techniques and devices, postoperative care. 7. Retinal surgery – vitrectomy, treatment of retinal detachment. 8. Eyelid surgery. 9. Postoperative complications – prevention and recognition of complications. 10. Pre- and postoperative diagnostics – initial and follow-up tests, patient education. 11. Collaboration with the medical team – the role of the optometrist in diagnosis and rehabilitation. During laboratory work, students will learn practical aspects: 1. Practical exercises in pre- and postoperative assessment of the ophthalmological patient. 2. Practical exercises in intraocular lens calculation. 3. Observation of recordings of surgical procedures with commentary by the presenter - an ophthalmic surgeon. 4. To familiarize students with different types of ophthalmic implants - direct macroscopic and microscopic presentation. The module is carried out through theoretical lectures and laboratory exercises. During lectures, students gain knowledge about surgical methods, measurement techniques, patient qualification criteria, complications and postoperative care. Laboratory classes allow students to gain practical skills in the use of ophthalmic equipment, conducting preoperative measurements and initial patient qualification. After performing the experiment, the student presents a report containing a detailed description of the measurements performed. The report should also include an analysis of the effectiveness of the measurements performed in the context of the patient's qualification for refractive procedures and a preliminary assessment of post-procedure care. Additionally, the student should indicate potential difficulties encountered during the procedures and propose solutions that can improve the quality and accuracy of the results in the future. As part of their own work, the student uses lecture notes and additional literature to consolidate the knowledge they have acquired. The module helps develop teamwork skills and effective communication with the medical team. The final exam in the module consists of two parts: a theoretical exam consisting of the lecture and a practical exam consisting of the laboratory part.