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Translational Ophthalmology Research Center

Tehran University of Medical Sciences

Translational Ophthalmology Research Center Books

 

 

Persian Pocket Encyclopedia Ophthalmic Terms and Expressions
(1st and 2nd Editions)
with Digital Software (Zarbina)

The Ophthalmology Terminology Dictionary consists of 13 chapters, featuring over 800 terms and abbreviations, thematically categorized according to ophthalmic subspecialties. Each chapter organizes terms alphabetically within its thematic framework. The book includes four indexes: a comprehensive Persian index, an English index, an alphabetical list of ophthalmologic abbreviations, and a collection of commonly used phrases in ophthalmology.

 

Eye Sure; Pathology, Diagnosis, Care & Management

This comprehensive text provides an in-depth overview of ocular surface injuries, based on articles originally published in the Ophthalmic Nurse quarterly (Volume 6, Issue 1, Spring 2016, and Volume 7, Issue 1, Spring 2017). It covers the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of ocular, particularly corneal, injuries. The book serves as a practical reference for ophthalmology residents, physicians, and researchers.

 


Iranian Encyclopedia of Ophthalmology (Volumes 1 and 2)

The Iranian Encyclopedia of Ophthalmology compiles indigenous knowledge and epidemiological data regarding eye diseases in Iran. It features articles regularly published since early 2020 via the Achieve of Persian Ophthalmology Portal. The encyclopedia is bilingual, containing both original texts and translations (from Persian to English or vice versa). Bibliographic references and citations, centrally located between the Persian and English sections, form a fundamental and practical component of the publication.

 


Low Vision and Blindness Rehabilitation in Iran

This book explores the current landscape, service delivery structures, existing gaps, and challenges in the rehabilitation of individuals with low vision and blindness in Iran. It also provides strategic recommendations for future advancements.

 

 


Guidelines for Observing and Organizing Health Days, Events and Campaigns

Designed to clarify the significance of health observances, this guide includes a calendar of key dates and encourages to promote active participation by governmental and non-governmental entities in health-related commemorations.

 

 


Iran’s Official Dossier for Trachoma Elimination Certification by the World Health Organization

This document presents Iran’s formal application for the WHO certification of trachoma elimination as a public health concern. Reviewed independently and endorsed by international experts, it summarizes key demographic and public health indicators, provides updates on the epidemiological status of poverty-related infectious diseases, and details Iran’s interventions across four major areas: (a) surgical corrections of trichiasis and entropion to prevent corneal opacity and blindness; (b) antibiotic treatment of active trachoma, especially in children.

Review of the Provision of Eye Care Services in Iran Using the WHO ECSAT 2015 (2018 Update)

This comprehensive report serves as a foundational resource for priority setting, policymaking, developing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and revising Iran’s national plan for the prevention of blindness. By utilizing standardized assessment tools, it facilitates comparisons both nationally and internationally. This analysis is intended for dissemination among international peers and stakeholders to invite expert feedback and collaboration.

Development, Physiology, and Optics of Astigmatism; Physiology of Astigmatism, in Astigmatism: Optics, Physiology, and Management

This chapter provides a contemporary understanding of the basic physiological mechanisms underlying primary astigmatism and the pathological alterations resulting from disease and trauma. It explores a wide range of therapeutic approaches—both surgical and optical—for the management and mitigation of various forms of astigmatism.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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