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Re: Use of Math in Optometry

Posted on March 18, 2009, 11:24 am by Dr Langis Michaud

Posted in Optometry as a Profession

Ariel wrote:

I understand that science and math are important in the study of optometry but how exactly is math used?

Dr Langis Michaud's response:

Dear Ariel

Optometry relies on optics and physics. You can imagine how important maths are to study optometry. It is a health science with grounded on other sciences as well. Even if the numbers are not used, the logical process to resolve mathematical problems is very similar to the one used during a differential diagnosis procedure. It is not only the math skills by themselves but their logical approach that helps during optometric studies and during a career in the field.

Good luck,
Dr. Langis Michaud, OD, MSc, FAAO
Associate Professor, U. de Montréal

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