17 December 2025
Glaucoma, myopia, optical coherence tomography, practising safely, wellbeing – key themes have emerged through the education programme of 100% Optical 2026.
The show, held at Excel London from 28 February–2 March, will feature a comprehensive programme of education for optical professionals to enhance their knowledge, consolidate skills, and discover evolving areas of research.
OT has highlighted a handful of sessions exploring the topic of imaging skills and the potential of the technology.
Lecture: Sharper, wider, clearer – the clinical value of confocal ultra-widefield imaging
Mohamed Kasmani, optometrist at Feltham Eyecare Centre, and Joe Scott, retinal product specialist at Mainline Instruments, will present a Main Stage lecture on Saturday 28th February from 2pm on confocal ultra-widefield imaging.
The session will highlight the clinical advantages of confocal ultra-widefield imaging over traditional fundus techniques, offering clearer, more detailed insights into retinal health.
The speakers suggest delegates will gain a deeper understanding of why comprehensive assessment of both the peripheral and central retina is essential for accurate diagnosis and ongoing monitoring of retinal disease.
The presenters shared that, by reviewing current and emerging evidence, including findings from the UK Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, attendees will appreciate how confocality enhances disease detection and management: “ultimately supporting better patient outcomes and more effective clinical decision-making.”
Lecture with discussion workshop: OCT in everyday practice – understanding the basics of AMD
Optometrist, Matthew Chan, practising across Bristol Eye Hospital and independent practice, and a senior lecturer at Cardiff University, will host a session in the Dispensing Workshop on 1 March at 9.15.
Discussing the session at 100% Optical, Chan told OT: “I hope all members of the optometry team, including dispensing opticians and optometrists, will leave with a clearer understanding of age-related macular degeneration, what OCT is showing us, and how to explain it confidently to patients.”
The session aims to make OCT feel more approachable and help the whole team communicate clearly with patients
“OCT is a key part of everyday practice now, but many colleagues would like to feel more comfortable with the basics and know how to respond when patients ask questions. The session aims to make OCT feel more approachable and help the whole team communicate clearly with patients,” he added.
And don’t miss: Matthew Chan will also be presenting a discussion workshop on anterior uveitis on 28 February in the Optical Academy.
Visit the education programme to find more sessions dedicated to this topic, and more.
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