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Vitreoretinal surgeon Fekrat (ophthalmology, Duke Univ.) and Weizer (ophthalmology & visual sciences, Kellogg Eye Ctr., Univ. of Michigan) have edited a concise reference book to educate readers and help them get the most out of their professional eye consultations. The contributing physicians and medical practitioners devote the greatest coverage to specific eye ailments; one- to two-page overviews of particular conditions list definitions, symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, and one or two reputable related web sites. Other chapters address eye anatomy, vision problems, and the latest eye surgery techniques. The glossary is adequate, but some definitions are sketchy and others too technical; likewise, the occasional anatomical diagrams could be better detailed. Overall, despite some incomplete procedural explanations and undefined terms, this is a good introduction. Another option: Mayo Clinic on Vision and Eye Health covers fewer ailments but is written less technically and is extensively illustrated. All About Your Eyes is recommended for consumer health and public libraries.-Janice Flahiff, Medical Univ. Lib. of Ohio, Toledo (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.