Precision and consistency in optometric assessments rely heavily on instrumentation and proper technique. This book introduces key optometric tools, explaining their underlying principles, calibration, operation, and clinical use. Devices covered include keratometers, autorefractors, phoropters, pachymeters, and visual field analyzers. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, troubleshooting, and integrating results into patient care plans. Detailed illustrations and procedural checklists enhance usability. Ideal for training and review, the book ensures users are well-versed in using instrumentation for comprehensive visual assessments.
Lerato Moloi is a biomedical engineer-turned-optometrist whose work centers on the evolution of diagnostic instrumentation in visual sciences. She has collaborated with device manufacturers to develop and test next-generation tools for ocular measurement and imaging. Her interdisciplinary research focuses on accuracy, portability, and accessibility of optometric devices. Lerato frequently presents workshops on instrument calibration and troubleshooting for postgraduate audiences. Her current focus is on automation and AI integration in vision diagnostics.