Théa survey finds public lack of awareness around dry eye disease
The No Eyedea survey of 2000 people found 36% of respondents did not know the symptoms of dry eye disease
New Moorfields chief executive appointed
Dr Martin Kuper, chief medical officer of London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, will take up the role later in 2021
Independent establishes at home service
Simon Falk Eyecare will offer patients eye care at home in partnership with Opticall Yorkshire
C-77478 Communication essentials: health literacy in practice
This CET exam describes health literacy, its relevance, challenges and outcomes. Communication interventions to promote health literacy in healthcare practice are suggested
C-77412 Dispensing children in a special needs school environment
This CET exam outlines ways to support successful spectacle wear for children with learning disabilities. The role of dispensing in a multidisciplinary special school eye care team is discussed
C-77504 Management of the anisometropic child
This CET exam will discuss the incidence, types and visual optics of anisometropia, its impact upon amblyopia, the optical effects which anisometropia may cause and suitable management options
Inspecs reports “strong” first quarter performance
The company reported revenues of $67 million for the first three months of the year
Turning aspirations into a reality
Optometrist, Pretty Basra, talks to OT about the life-changing impact her A-level chemistry tutor had on her career choices, helping her realise her potential and pursue a career in optometry.
The impact on the university experience
OT spoke to students, Saira Saleem and Nkosi Yearwood, about their experience of the past year and the challenges and changes ahead
UCL scientists seek to advance gene editing
New research will involve applying CRISPR gene editing technology to mini retinas grown in the lab
58-year-old patient with double vision diagnosed with COVID-19
BMJ Case Reports authors have described their treatment of an undiagnosed diabetic who presented with vertical diplopia and abnormal eye movement
Study explores safety of virtual eye care service
New research finds that a Moorfields Eye Hospital virtual accident and emergency service is as safe as an in-person service
Building on a legacy
Tracing its routes back to the 1960s, Gigi Studios has evolved to produce unique handmade eyewear. Patricia Ramo, CEO, tells OT about the growth of the family business
Before the GOC in 2021
An at-a-glance summary of recent fitness to practise decisions published by the optical regulator
New Moorfields chief executive appointed
Dr Martin Kuper, chief medical officer of London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, will take up the role later in 2021
NHS chief executive to step down
Sir Simon Stevens will leave his role on 31 July
AOP reveals CET programme for 100% Optical Online
The programme includes seven CET-accredited sessions covering topics including myopia, intracranial tumours, dry eye and more
Remodelling eye care: the changes the industry expects
16 ECPs tell OT what they think the next year will bring, from increased reliance on domiciliary care to long-term changes to sight testing
The impact on the university experience
OT spoke to students, Saira Saleem and Nkosi Yearwood, about their experience of the past year and the challenges and changes ahead
Changing habits and the pandemic
Living with the pandemic has meant a change in lifestyle habits for many people, from increased hygiene measures, to working from home becoming the new norm. But have some of these new habits affected the public’s eyesight?
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