OPT-7508 Interprofessional Management of Acquired Brain Injury
This course presents a multidisciplinary clinical perspective on acquired neurological impairment. Four main areas of focus include: stroke, trauma, degenerative disease, and tumors. Vision sequela of neurological impairment and vision rehabilitation strategies are presented. A neurological perspective is followed by specialty care services and a case-based approach. Beyond vision rehabilitation, this class will provide a broad overview of the functional rehabilitation process. Students will learn about the tools and techniques utilized by various healthcare professionals. The roles and unique perspectives of rehabilitation specialists will become apparent as they present each disease process or acquired injury. This course will also include the patient’s journey through a multidisciplinary rehabilitation process. At the conclusion of this course a comprehensive understanding should evolve which allows students to visualize the role of optometry within the broader rehabilitation framework.