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Focus on what matters. The Academy's 2022-2023 Basic and Clinical Science Course (TM) is ophthalmology's definitive source of clinical information. 100+ expert ophthalmologists meticulously assess the most vital information for the BCSC (R) each year to help you make the right decisions.

Practicing ophthalmologists and residents worldwide use the BCSC (R) to ensure the highest-quality patient care. Each of the 13 sections includes up-to-date clinical knowledge, interactive activities, concise videos and tables, photos and illustrations, self-assessment questions with answers, plus opportunities for earning AMA PRA Category 1 Credits (TM).

Beginning with the 2013-2014 edition, the Academy and the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) have partnered to make the BCSC (R) the standard text for all European ophthalmology training programs. The EBO now recommends the BCSC (R) as the primary educational resource for European trainees and ophthalmologists studying for the annual EBO Diploma Exam.

The BCSC (R) Complete Set includes:

Section 1: Update on General Medicine
Section 2: Fundamentals and Principles of Ophthalmology
Section 3: Clinical Optics and Vision Rehabilitation-Major revision
Section 4: Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors
Section 5: Neuro-Ophthalmology
Section 6: Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus-Major revision
Section 7: Oculofacial Plastic and Orbital Surgery
Section 8: External Disease and Cornea
Section 9: Uveitis and Ocular Inflammation
Section 10: Glaucoma
Section 11: Lens and Cataract
Section 12: Retina and Vitreous-Major revision
Section 13: Refractive Surgery