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(PC12125) (PC12120A) Patient Care I, Patient Care Ia, (PC12126) Patient Care Ib Instructor of Record: Beth G. Harper, OD

Patient Care I is the first introduction to patient care as a student clinician. This course consists of vision screenings and clinical observations. The NECO vision screening is a limited testing of vision, consisting of eight separate examination procedures, tailored to the population being served. Students will perform screenings on toddlers, children, and young adults under the oversight of a preceptor. On each screening, students are evaluated by the preceptor on examination techniques, record keeping, attitude/professionalism, and maintenance of patient logs.

The second part of this course focuses on proficiency in professional doctor-patient

communications. Students learn communication techniques via lectures, readings, observations of health care professionals, and by application and practice during assigned screenings. The

observation program places students in different health care settings to critically observe how communication techniques are utilized.

These two clinical activities (screenings and observations) comprise the clinical course for the first year. Students in the Advanced Optometric Degree Program begin vision screenings and clinical observations during the spring of their initial year.

For all of Patient Care I, clinical performance is graded as Pass or Fail based on meeting all of the requirements and on clinical performance at screenings. The requirements include fulfilling

immunizations, CPR training, HIPAA training, and submitting clinical observation forms, log forms, and preceptor evaluations. Clinical performance is evaluated by screening preceptors after each screening assignment, as well as a final on-line grade submitted at the end the term.

(PC22125 and -6, PC22120A) Patient Care IIa, Patient Care IIb, Patient Care II Instructor of Record:Beth G. Harper, OD

Patient Care II is the primary clinical component of the second year curriculum. Through

assignments to practices in the New England Eye network of clinics, health centers, VA hospitals and affiliated practices in the Boston area, students become active members of an eye care delivery team. In addition to applying their current level of knowledge and skills, students are expected to acquire an understanding of patient care delivery, effective patient communication, ancillary office skills, and an understanding of ocular health and disease detection through the use of automated and other diagnostic equipment. As skills are developed during the year, preceptors are encouraged to incorporate those techniques into patient care responsibilities. The students are evaluated with a midterm progress report and a final evaluation, and receive a final clinical grade (honors, pass, remedial, or fail) at the end of each term based on meeting all of the

requirements and on clinical performance. The requirements include fulfilling immunizations, CPR training, HIPAA training, and submitting clinical observation forms, log forms, and preceptor evaluations.

(PC32125, -6, and -7, PC32124A) Patient Care IIIa, Patient Care IIIb, Patient Care IIIc, Patient Care, Instructor of Record:Beth G. Harper, OD

This sequence of courses gives students direct patient care experience and responsibilities in affiliated health centers, Veterans Affairs hospitals, private practices, or in the New England Eye operated clinical system. Clinical preceptors will evaluate and guide the student through the process of providing eye care. Students are graded on key clinical tools: technical skills,

knowledge base, analytical skills, diagnostic skills, management and treatment, communication skills, efficiency, attitude, and professionalism. The students are evaluated with a midterm progress report and a final evaluation, and receive a final clinical grade (honors, pass, remedial, or fail) at the end of each term based on meeting all of the requirements and on clinical

performance. The requirements include fulfilling immunizations, CPR training, HIPAA training, and submitting clinical observation forms, log forms, and preceptor evaluations.

The Office of Clinical Education monitors the quality and quantity of patient encounters for each student. Through the clinical assignments, students will gain proficiency in full-scope optometric patient care. Students develop clinical reasoning skills by integrating technical and didactic knowledge with diverse patient encounters ranging from simple to complex.

Final Year Rotations

Four rotations during the final year complete the clinical requirements, with mandatory

assignments in Primary Care, Advanced Care and Specialty Care. Students choose an additional assignment in one of the mandatory categories or from a list of elective sites. The College

currently has affiliated clinical sites located in over thirty states, Canadian provinces, and China. Student assignments are based on a variety of factors, including student choices and program needs.

The Office of Clinical Education monitors the quality and quantity of patient encounters for each student. All students must satisfy a minimum number of contact lens patient encounters during the course of their final-year assignments. Some students may be assigned to contact-lens-specific sites in order to assure a broad clinical experience. Clinical preceptors evaluate students twice per quarter with the expectation that all levels of performance will progressively increase throughout the year.

(ECP4916,-7,-8, and -9) Primary Care Instructor of Record:Beth G. Harper, OD

Clinical sites that provide comprehensive eye care services for patients of all ages are categorized as Primary Care sites. Typically, these sites are community health centers, community clinics, or private optometric practices.

(ECP4921,-2,-3, and -4) Advanced Care Instructor of Record:Beth G. Harper, OD

Clinical sites that provide comprehensive eye care services in hospitals or surgical centers and have associated medical staff are categorized as Advanced Care sites. These include Veterans Affairs hospitals, surgical centers, and tertiary care centers.

ACC4961,-2,-3, and -4) Specialty Care Instructor of Record:Beth G. Harper, OD

Clinical sites that provide professional specialty care are categorized as Specialty Care clinics. These include clinics specializing in visual therapy/binocular vision, contact lenses, pediatrics, geriatrics, patients with disabilities, or low vision. Additionally, the College’s Special Populations