Lessons Learned from the Creation of a Center of Excellence in Low Vision and Vision Rehabilitation in Wenzhou, China

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Title: Lessons Learned from the Creation of a Center of Excellence in Low Vision and Vision Rehabilitation in Wenzhou, China
Language: English
Authors: Marinoff, Rebecca, Heilberger, Michael H.
Source: Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness. Sep-Oct 2017 111(5):453-464.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2017
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Visual Impairments, Partial Vision, Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Centers, Program Development, Models, Health Services, Optometry, International Cooperation, Intercollegiate Cooperation, Program Design, Equipment, Personnel Selection, Marketing, Staff Development, Patients, Assistive Technology, Cultural Differences, Financial Support, Sustainability
Geographic Terms: China, New York
ISSN: 0145-482X
Abstract: A model Center of Excellence in Low Vision and Vision Rehabilitation was created in a health care setting in China utilizing an inter-institutional relationship with a United States optometric institution. Accomplishments of, limitations to, and stimuli to the provision of low vision and vision rehabilitation services are shared.
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 11
Entry Date: 2017
Accession Number: EJ1156220
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:A model Center of Excellence in Low Vision and Vision Rehabilitation was created in a health care setting in China utilizing an inter-institutional relationship with a United States optometric institution. Accomplishments of, limitations to, and stimuli to the provision of low vision and vision rehabilitation services are shared.
ISSN:0145-482X