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Domains: Clinical practice, Leadership & accountability

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The development of digital imaging systems for optometry has reached the point where they are an integral part of eye health assessment.

In this four-part series we will cover image capture and storage, digital cameras, scanning laser ophthalmoscopy (SLO) and optical coherence tomography (OCT). 

Part one--Image Capture and Storage--offers an overview of digital imaging and explains how images may be captured and stored, as well as introducing some important points regarding the legal ramifications of image capture from your patients. The aim is to ensure all those with responsibility for image capture and data storage and access are fully aware of the processes involved. Mention will be made of digital as evolved from analogue, ultrasound, stereo imaging, static and portable systems.

If you want to find out how to achieve the best images with modern anterior and posterior camera systems go to Modern Imaging in Eye Care: Part Two - Digital Cameras.

First published: February 2019
Last reviewed: December 2024

    Image capture and storage (45 mins)►

    Learning outcomes

    Learning outcomes

    Clinical practice

    s.5 Keep your knowledge and skills up to date

    • Understand the methods of image capture, both light and ultrasound, and their uses in assessing the fundus. 

    s.7 Conduct appropriate assessments, examinations, treatments and referrals 

    • Knowledge of the nature of and advantages of imaging in optometric practice both for clinical and medicolegal purposes.

    Leadership and accountability

    s.8 Maintain adequate patient records

    • Understand the nature of and benefits offered by digital data capture and transfer as part of a secure record keeping environment.

      Image capture and storage (45 mins)►