Practitioner stories

Nick Rumney, of Hakim Group practice BBR Optometry, on why the humble keratometer still proves a vital tool in his arsenal

Pam Robertson, IP optometrist and director of Angus Optix in Forfar, on a triage system that ensured smooth sailing during the pandemic

Anthony Blackman, optometrist at Leightons Opticians and director of training and development for Insight Optical Training, on how a simple triage form has empowered staff and increased efficiency

Clare Pearce, optometrist and practice director of Pearce and Blackmore Opticians, and Ingrid Patterson, Dementia Friendly communities coordinator, on ensuring accessible eye care and the importance of expanding skills

Optometrist and practice owner, Ameerah Riaz Ahmed, shares how her family have been the driving force and motivation behind her career aspirations

With the fourth stage of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown delayed, OT  spoke with optometry professionals about what practice looks like currently, and some of the challenges ahead

Experts share their tips on how to ensure that every patient who walks through the door of an optical practice feels welcome

How virtual consultations have won the support of patients and allied healthcare professionals – and why the change in approach and extended scope of practice for optometry should stay post-pandemic

Isle of Wight-based practice owner, Farzeen Khan, on the challenges she found whilst uncovering her love of optics in 1990s Nepal

Specsavers Haverfordwest director, Andy Britton, on how an interest in clinical optometry has helped him achieve his goals