Practitioner stories

“If we contributed half as much as Karen with even just a dash of her enthusiasm we would all be proud”

The academic has been remembered as “one of the giants of 20th century optometry” following his death on 28 October

Described as “a well-loved gentleman,” the co-founder of Haine & Smith has died following a short illness

Colleagues have described the “warmth and wisdom” of the head of optometry for Bristol Eye Hospital following his death in August

“Remarkable” academic and optometrist, John Reginald Larke, died at the age of 78

Recognised for her “exceptional kindness” and as “a giant in her field,” Maureen Hunter, former editor of OT , has died at the age of 78

Tributes have been paid to the “conscientious, ethical and honest” optometrist and practice owner

“For many Angela would become one of the most important and influential characters in their professional life”

Described as “totally dedicated to the profession,” the optical technician and practice director with a near 70-year career in optics has died at the age of 83

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