Basic and Clinical Science Course (BCSC)

The Academy’s BCSC is the most extensive compilation of ophthalmic scientific research and clinical knowledge. The BCSC is continually updated by a faculty of more than 80 expert ophthalmologists and covers everything from basic anatomy and pathology to specialized topics such as neuro-ophthalmology and pediatrics.

Each of the 13 sections includes up-to-date clinical knowledge, concise information and tables, self-assessment questions and answers, photos and illustrations, and opportunities for earning AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. The BCSC is available in print and eBook formats.

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Major revisions for the 2012 - 2013 edition:

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BCSC Online

Instantly access all 13 sections with BCSC Online!

BCSC Online transforms the content of the print BCSC into a convenient, user-friendly digital format that can be used on nearly any laptop, desktop computer or mobile tablet with an active Internet connection.

Easy-to-use bookmarks and notes allow for personalized learning, and the search looks through text, images and your notes across all 13 BCSC sections. Save nearly 25% when you buy the print and eBook together.

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BCSC Print

Purchase BCSC in its classic print format. Choose just the sections you need, or purchase the entire set as a comprehensive reference.

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CME Credit

The American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
(BCSC Sections 1, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11 and 13.)

The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
(BCSC Sections 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 and 12.)

BCSC 2008 2009 CDROM

A patch is available to correct an issue with advanced search on the CD-ROM version of BCSC 2008-2009. Users who are experiencing problems with ‘exact match’ in the advanced search of the CD-ROM product should:
1.       Download the patch to the system where the product is installed
2.       Run the downloaded file
3.       Follow the instructions on the screen to replace the previously installed version of the program with this update.

Download BCSC 2008-2009 CD-ROM Advanced Search Software Patch

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