Common eye disorders

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Many eye disorders can be diagnosed and treated in the primary care office. While some ocular conditions require in-depth evaluation, others are emergencies and require quick diagnosis and referral. This article offers help in recognizing glaucoma, retinal artery occlusion, and other conditions in which ophthalmologic referral is essential. The authors also provide information on thorough routine eye assessment, including history taking, physical examination, and funduscopic examination.

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Frank J. Weinstock

Frank J. Weinstock, MD Michael B. Weinstock, MD Dr Frank J. Weinstock is in private practice of ophthalmology in Canton, Ohio, and is also professor of ophthalmology, Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, Rootstown, Together with his son, Michael, he performed volunteer medical work in Papua, New Guinea, in 1991 and in Nepal in 1993.

Michael B. Weinstock

Dr Michael B. Weinstock is a clinical preceptor in family practice, Riverside Methodist Hospital Family Practice Center, Columbus, Ohio, and clinical assistant professor, department of internal medicine, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus. In addition to family medicine, his interests include tropical medicine, HIV Infection, and AIDS.