Practitioner stories

Practice owner Peter Frampton was in the first class of optometrists to qualify in independent prescribing, in 2009. More than a decade on, he explains how having a fully IP staff has huge benefits for the contact lens side of his business

With the end of term ‘travel window’ open, many students across the country are returning from university ahead of the festive season. OT  heard from students about their plans

Lecturer in Vision Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University and AOP councillor, Dr Eilidh Martin, speaks with OT  about people that have inspired her during her studies and career in optics

First year optometry undergraduate and AOP student representative, Indy Ghuman, shares insights from his visit to 100% Optical 2020

Don Williams successfully completes Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ laser surgery training

Optometrist and Specsavers partner, Rakesh Kapoor, reflects on the multiple’s PAC conference, which he has attended every year since it was established 25 years ago

Optometrist and independent practice owner of Edwards & Walker Opticians, Pretty Basra, talks to OT  about her interest in children’s vision, her PhD and balancing work, study and family life

Video tributes from Kuwait to Sri Lanka were played at a service remembering the late ophthalmologist and bestselling author

Two students from the UK and Spain have shared their experiences of optometry education in the two countries

The students attended a training day at the head office of The Outside Clinic