Essential Visual Anatomy

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Charles Boulet, BSc, BEd, OD Related seminars and products

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Charles Boulet, BSc, BEd, OD, is an optometrist, author, and expert in visual neurorehabilitation, with a focus on conditions such as amblyopia, strabismus, and eye movement disorders. A passionate advocate for accessible vision care, he played a pivotal role in developing and promoting Alberta’s Child Vision Assessment Act, which sought to ensure universal vision exams for children.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Boulet is deeply involved in research and global advocacy, collaborating with professionals worldwide. He has published numerous articles and developed a growing library of online resources to educate healthcare providers, therapists, and educators about vision science and rehabilitation.

Through his workshops and teaching, Dr. Boulet equips professionals with practical tools to address visual dysfunction in rehabilitation. When not working, he enjoys photography, hiking, music, and engaging with community arts.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Charles Boulet maintains a private practice and has an employment relationship with Vision Mechanic.net. He receives royalties as a published author. Dr. Boulet receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Charles Boulet has no relevant non-financial relationships.

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Objectives

1. Apply foundational principles of human neurology to elucidate their role in shaping visual perception and its influence on occupational performance. 
2. Investigate the intricate structures of the eye, retina, optic nerve, and visual pathways to comprehend their impact on spatial awareness, motor movements, and cognitive processes. 
3. Examine the interplay between visual and vestibular systems, uncovering their impact on gaze control, coordination, and the prevention of discomfort. 
4. Explore the pervasive role of vision in diverse daily activities, from motor planning and obstacle avoidance to emotion recognition and communication.

Outline

• Major Human Neurological Principles
  • Major functional systems are similarly organized
  • Neurons at each synaptic relay are organized into a neural map of the body
  • The cerebral cortex is concerned with cognition 
  • The thalamus is an essential link between sensory receptors and the cerebral cortex for all modalities except for olfaction
  • Psychophysics relates physical properties of stimuli to sensations. Tests like TVPS do not. 
• Anatomic Directions and Planes
• Anatomic Features of the Eye
• Neurology
  • Retina
  • Optic Chiasm
  • Optic Tract
  • Lateral Geniculate Nucleus (LGN) (if you want to know how systems integrate, look at how they are physically integrated, consider LGN and MGN)
  • Calcarine Fissure
  • Autonomic Innervation of the Ocular Structures
  • Cranial Nerves Involved in Vision
• Extraocular Muscles
  • Ductions
• Common Concerns Involving Vision and Visual Function
  • ADHD/Attention Deficits
  • Reading disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbances
  • Headache
  • Diplopia (double vision) and blur
  • Learning disabilities
  • Fine motor deficits
  • Brain injury/TBI
  • Acute / chronic spatial awareness / balance issues
  • Sport / Performance Deficits
  • Low Visual Perceptual Testing Results
  • Receptive and Productive Language Deficits
• Discussion 
  • The limitations of anatomy: why anatomy is critical, but not the whole picture.

Target Audience

• Occupational Therapists
• Physical Therapists
• Educators
• Pediatric/Educational psychologists
• Family Doctors/Pediatricians
• Other health professionals working in rehabilitation (geriatrics, TBI)
• Other professionals working in child development