“Every day is different and that’s what I love about optometry”
Pre-reg optometrist Luke McRoy-Jones on progressing through his pre-reg during lockdown and building a patient base in practice
Safilo signs licensing agreement with Dsquared2
The first optical and sunglass collections from the collaboration will be released for spring/summer 2022
“What has felt like the longest pre-reg has finally come to a close”
The spring OSCEs marked the largest in the history of the Scheme for Registration. OT spoke to some newly-qualified optometrists about their experiences
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
Hoya lenses effective in managing myopia at three-year follow up
New research investigating the effectiveness of defocus incorporated multiple segments lenses has revealed a sustained myopia control effect
Fish eyes shed insight into evolution of the connection between eyes and brain
New research suggests the network of nerves linking the eyes and the brain is 100 million years older than previously thought
Two-year results indicate spectacle lens slows myopia by 67%
Findings on the effectiveness of the Essilor Stellest lens will be presented at ARVO in May
Shamir partners with the Alpine F1 Team
Through the partnership, Shamir will become the optical performance partner for the team, providing ophthalmic assessments and safety equipment and lenses
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
“These are the lessons that help you to grow stronger”
Isle of Wight-based practice owner, Farzeen Khan, on the challenges she found whilst uncovering her love of optics in 1990s Nepal
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
Location:
Kingston
Closing:
05 June 2021
Different boats in the same storm
The pandemic is still having a complex impact on people’s wellbeing, with students among those particularly affected. This Mental Health Awareness Week, OT takes a look at tips for student mental health
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