Career development

As optometry graduate Nikki Sharma prepares to begin her pre-reg year at Boots Opticians, she shares her journey navigating applications and interviews that got her to this point

Optometrist and practice owner, Ruth Low, looks for personal development and professional progression when recruiting new staff, as well as a good handshake

Pre-reg optometrist, Olympia Haralambous, shares insight into why she opted to complete her pre-reg in the hospital setting and how she secured a placement

Pre-reg optometrist, Josie Evans, on the calm before the OSCE as she reflects on a successful Stage 2 and prepares for the final exams

Pre-reg optometrist at Specsavers Daventry, Bhargavi Zinzuwadia, shares her experience of the pre-reg period to date as she prepares for the OSCEs

Clinical lead optometrist at Bayfields Opticians, Diba Choudhury, discusses the opportunities she has had in a growing independent group

Lead optometrist at Cubitts, Jewlsy Mathews (pictured), discusses the importance of the cover letter and how a little research can go a long way

Alcon hosted its scholarship programme at its Camberley headquarters on 14–15 May. OT  attended to find out how the event benefits newly-qualified practitioners

Pre-reg optometrist, Bhargavi Zinzuwadia, on what to expect during Stage 2

Optometrist and partner of Opticare Opticians, Shaimil Shah, on the benefits of practising in an independent setting