Global Oculoplastics

Global Oculoplastics: A Guide to the Care of Patients in Resource-Poor Environments provides detailed accounts of a large range of oculofacial procedures which are common in developing global settings, and which are designed to require minimal to no equipment or supplies. Professionals will learn these techniques based on comprehensive descriptions, photos, diagrams, and videos. In addition, for those wishing to effect systemic change, there are several chapters about working successfully in complicated medical situations worldwide. This book will be of great benefit to practitioners who face the daily challenges of being able to address complex oculofacial problems in resource-poor settings. The simple, yet thorough, “how-to” method descriptions will be a great resource to surgeons operating on a large range of oculoplastic conditions.

• Provides a detailed overview of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by ophthalmologists working in developing countries
• Offers step-by-step surgical techniques which can be used in locales with minimal resources and unpredictable settings
• Gives insight for traveling physicians to understand the cultures in which they are working, thus allowing for sensitive, socially informed care