Best Ophthalmology Books of 2025

The Wills Eye Manual, 8th Edition, is a comprehensive and high-yield reference for the treatment of ocular disorders. With more than 200 ophthalmic conditions and proven clinical recommendations, this manual is an ideal resource for trainees and experienced practitioners alike. The book features a consistent, bulleted outline format, making it easy to reference and highly portable. The latest clinical trials in ophthalmology are included, along with expertly produced new videos and clinical images. The book also addresses changes in oculoplastics, glaucoma, cornea, pediatrics, neuro-ophthalmology, uveitis, retina, and more. All chapters are written and edited by residents and attending ophthalmologists at one of the busiest and largest eye hospitals in the country. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of eye disease diagnosis and treatment.

Operative Techniques in Surgery, Second Edition, is a two-volume surgical atlas edited by a team of expert surgeons. It provides concise, bulleted text, full-color illustrations, and intraoperative photographs to guide surgeons in contemporary surgical procedures. The book covers open, laparoscopic, robotic, endoscopic, and endovascular procedures in various surgical specialties, including gastrointestinal, thoracic, breast, and trauma surgery. The format of each procedure is consistent, facilitating easy access to information. The book also includes new comprehensive sections on trauma surgery, esophageal and foregut surgery, and vascular surgery. The extensive updates and accompanying videos make this book a valuable resource for surgical trainees and practicing surgeons.

Deep Medicine by Eric Topol is a compelling read that explores the potential of artificial intelligence in revolutionizing patient care. The book highlights the broken doctor-patient relationship and how AI can transform everything from diagnosis to treatment, reducing costs and human mortality. Topol's vision is optimistic, and he argues that AI can save time, lives, and money. The book is enlightening and provides a gimlet-eyed look at the role of computers in medicine. Overall, Deep Medicine is a unique and important account that should be required reading for medical practitioners and the public alike.

The Ophthalmic Assistant, 11th Edition, is a comprehensive resource for allied health personnel working in ophthalmology, optometry, opticianry, and other eye care settings. The book covers everything from everyday duties to success on certification and recertification exams. With practical guidance on ocular diseases, surgical procedures, medications, equipment, and paramedical procedures, this outstanding reference provides essential knowledge and guidance for ophthalmic assistants, technicians, and technologists. The book also features more than 1,000 images, 400 interactive multiple-choice review questions, and a bonus color-image atlas that tests your clinical recognition of disease and disorders of the eye. Overall, a must-have for anyone in the eye care field.

Cortical Visual Impairment: An Approach to Assessment and Intervention is a comprehensive guide for educators, therapists, physicians, and parents of children with CVI. The book provides an in-depth understanding of the condition and a complete framework for assessment and intervention. The second edition includes new research and insights into CVI, its development and progression, and the best approaches to evaluation and treatment. The assessment forms, including the CVI Range and CVI Progress Chart, provide a comprehensive method for evaluating the functional vision status of children with CVI, enabling program planning accordingly. Overall, this book is an essential resource for those working with children with CVI, and the assessment forms make it a unique and practical tool.

This book is a practical guide for therapists using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy with clients. It contains numerous word-for-word scripted protocols for EMDR practice, including templates for past, present, and future events. The book also includes a section on resource development and clinician self-care. The self-awareness questionnaire helps clinicians identify potential problems that may arise in treatment. The book is an indispensable resource for therapists working with individuals suffering from traumatic events, phobias, grief, and somatic disorders. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for EMDR therapists and receives high praise from readers.

Color Blindness Test: Color Deficiency testing plates is an excellent book for optometrists, eye doctors, and science teachers who want to test color vision deficiency in their patients or students. The book contains 24 plates in Ishihara style for color perception vision testing, with an assessment result for normal, red-green deficiencies, or complete color blindness tests. Moreover, there is an explanation for all the plates. However, it is important to note that the book is not intended for diagnosis purposes. Overall, it is a valuable resource for those interested in understanding and identifying color blindness.

The Wills Eye Manual is a comprehensive guide for the diagnosis and treatment of ocular disorders in an office, emergency room, or hospital setting. The 7th edition includes recent major clinical trials data, expertly produced videos, and changing trends in trauma, oculoplastics, cornea, pediatrics, neuro-ophthalmology, uveitis, and more. The concise outline format makes it easy to use for quick reference. The book is written and edited by residents and attending ophthalmologists at one of the busiest and largest eye hospitals in the country. Overall, this book is a must-have for ophthalmologists and optometrists, and its multimedia content sets it apart from other guides in the field.

The book "Iridology Simplified: An Introduction to the Science of Iridology and Its Relation to Nutrition" by Bernard Jensen provides readers with a basic understanding of iridology, the analysis of the iris to locate inflammation in the body. The book includes detailed illustrations and over two dozen color photographs of irises diagnosing stages of different ailments. Jensen's belief that iridology is an important element in holistic healthcare is supported throughout the book. Overall, this book is a great introduction to the science of iridology and its relation to nutrition.

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Exam Review Manual, Third Edition by Janice K. Ledford is the top choice for those studying for certification. This edition contains nearly 1,400 questions with explanatory answers, covering all 19 exam criteria headings, including history taking, visual assessment, pharmacology, and surgery. The book is updated to reflect new JCAHPO COA exam criteria and includes study tips, hints, and test-taking strategies. Author Jan Ledford, COMT, has three certifications and over 20 books published in the field. The book is a must-have for students in ophthalmic and optometric assisting programs, as well as those who wish to review before taking the COT® exam.