2024-2025 Academic Catalog

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Opthalmology (OPHT)

OPHT 5610 -  Biology of the Eye  (2 Credits)  
This one credit course introduces students to contemporary topics in vision science and ophthalmology by integrating cutting-edge basic science with translational research and clinical advances. The overall objective is to familiarize students with the core concepts and challenges in clinical ophthalmology and vision research.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
OPHT 8000 -  Advanced Ophthalmology  (4-8 Credits)  
4 wks. Max:1. This elective is designed for senior students seriously considering a career in Ophthalmology. Students rotate at each hospital with in-depth exposure to each subspecialty area. Students are expected to participate with in- and out-patient care, call activities, teaching rounds, and conferences.
Grading Basis: Medical School HP
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
OPHT 8002 -  Pediatric Ophthalmology  (4-8 Credits)  
This elective is designed for senior students seriously considering a career in Ophthalmology. Students rotate at Children's Hospital Colorado with in-depth exposure to the diagnosis and clinical/surgical management of pediatric eye disease. Students are expected to participate with in- and out-patient care, call activities, teaching rounds and conferences. Prerequisite: OPHT 8000
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
OPHT 8003 -  Neuro-ophthalmology  (4-8 Credits)  
This elective is designed both for students considering a career in ophthalmology, as well as for students interested in neurology. Students will participate in the care of adults and children with diverse neuro-ophthalmologic disease through outpatient clinics, consults, and surgery.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Typically Offered: Spring.
OPHT 8100 -  OPHT Elective Away  (4-8 Credits)  
This Ophthalmology elective will be held at a site in Colorado, another state, or interntionally. Students must obtain departmental approval one month prior to the start. Aedditionally, international sites must be preapproved by Student Affairs. Offered 2 or 4 weeks. Departmental approval required to register.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Repeatable. Max Credits: 8.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
OPHT 8600 -  Research Ophthalmology  (4-24 Credits)  
2-12 wks. A final written evaluation must be mailed to Course Director who will assign the final grade. Prereq: Arrangements must be made one month in advance. Departmental approval required to register.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Repeatable. Max Credits: 24.
OPHT 8630 -  OPHT Research Away  (4-16 Credits)  
This Ophthalmology research elective will be held at a site in colorado, another state, or internationally. Students must obtain departmental approval one month prior to the start. Additionally, international sites must be preapproved by Student Affairs. Offered 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Repeatable. Max Credits: 16.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.