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Fostering holistic eye care for children with special educational needs: an interprofessional education program bridging optometry and education

Kin Wan, Kin Hei Lau, Ho Yin Wong, Wing Yan Yu, Allen Ming Yan Cheong, Eva Chung Orcid Logo, Chun Wai Lum, Kuen Fung Sin, Tsz-Wing Leung

BMC Medical Education, Volume: 24, Issue: 1, Start page: 1340

Swansea University Author: Eva Chung Orcid Logo

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Purpose: This study outlines the initiation of an interprofessional education (IPE) program designed for optometry and education students. The program aimed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and improve the management of eye health in children with special educational needs (SEN) - a vulnera...

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