Book Reviews archive for 2026
Ophthalmology at a Glance (2nd Edition)
Ophthalmology can feel like an intimidating specialty for medical students and foundation doctors, with a mix of unfamiliar terminology, nuanced presentations and a reliance on visual pattern recognition. This book makes that learning curve feel manageable. It is genuinely ‘easy...
Practical Medical Retina: Navigating the Net
I wasn’t sure if reviewing a book whilst on maternity leave with a demanding (but cute) baby was a good idea. However, this textbook was so easy to read I could understand it even when I was mildly sleep deprived....
Specialty Contact Lenses
Specialty Contact Lenses, edited by Daddi Fadel and Melissa Barnett, is a comprehensive and clinically focused text that reflects the growing importance of specialty lenses in modern eyecare. As practice shifts beyond standard refractive correction towards increasingly personalised visual rehabilitation,...
The Art of Refractive Cataract Surgery
The Art of Refractive Cataract Surgery is a structured and clinically focused textbook aimed at ophthalmology residents, fellows and surgeons seeking a systematic introduction to refractive cataract surgery. Content is presented in a clear format, with concise sections, and effective...
The Neuro-Ophthalmology Survival Guide, 3rd Edition
Neuro-ophthalmology, a challenging ophthalmic subspecialty, demands an understanding of neuro-anatomical pathways, nuanced examination and advanced imaging. For ophthalmology trainees, foundation doctors, neurologists and emergency clinicians, it can feel daunting to frequently encounter optic neuritis, visual field defects and cranial nerve...
