Evaluating the impact of undergraduate ophthalmology education on medical students' competency in eye care: a cross-sectional study in Jordan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ophthalmology is a crucial aspect of primary care, often featuring prominently in both general practice and emergency settings. With over 2 billion individuals worldwide affected by visual impairment, proficiency in basic ophthalmology is essential for general practitioners and emergency physicians.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 624 medical students from six universities in Jordan. Data were collected using a questionnaire assessing knowledge, diagnostic abilities, and treatment skills in ophthalmology, alongside demographic information and student satisfaction with their ophthalmology rotations. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS to identify significant associations between variables, with a p-value of less than 0.05 consider

SUBMITTER: Al-Omari R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11840996 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature