Tributes have been paid to the “wit, humour and roof-raising talent” of an Edinburgh optometrist, who has died at the age of 60

Described as an influential, charismatic and visionary leader in optometry, Professor Cole died on 27 January 2021

The “pioneering” inventor of the Varilux progressive lens, and one of the founders of Essilor Group has died at the age of 94

Described as caring, well-loved and respected, Nayan Patel has died at the age of 40

The “dedicated” and “immeasurably kind” practice owner, dispensing optician and contact lens optician has died at the age of 63

Remembered as “one of UK optometry’s unsung heroes,” Andrew Field died on 30 December 2020 at the age of 81

The Edinburgh optometrist who “shone a light on the path for others to follow” died in December at the age of 84

A warm, wise and supportive colleague who always went the extra mile for AOP members

The “much-loved” member of the Vision Aid Overseas team has passed away

An optometrist turned GP, Dr Lewis has passed away aged 53