SAN FRANCISCO--The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) are collaborating on efforts to enhance training and continuing education of ophthalmologists in developing countries.

Beginning this month, the AAO and the ICO will send the 2008 edition of the AAO’s Basic and Clinical Science Course to 200 ophthalmology residency training programs in 61 countries, at no cost to the programs. The 13-volume course is a core educational component for residents, covering all aspects of ophthalmology. ■