AOP

The survey, organised in partnership with Johnson & Johnson Vision, seeks to understand how COVID-19 has affected contact lens practice and customer behaviour

Lapsed and non-members can take advantage of 20% off the AOP membership fee for the rest of 2020, in order that as many optometrists as possible can access support

The discussion and networking sessions, hosted in partnership with Johnson & Johnson Vision, will help to inform the ways the AOP can support locum members

The AOP has launched an online register that enables students to list their availability for pre-reg placements

Renewed restrictions were announced on Thursday for areas in West Yorkshire, East Lancashire and Greater Manchester

Despite government guidance, the AOP has emphasised that optometrists should still feel confident insisting patients wear masks unless they’re legally exempt

The AOP chairman has shared reassurance for members who have questions around what constitutes essential care

Third-year optometry student and AOP councillor, Luke McRoy-Jones, calls on the profession to address the far-reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic for student and pre-reg optometrists, from patient interactions to clinical teaching

Concerns raised as employers confirm locum rates have fallen due to a decrease in demand and revenue during the pandemic

The webinar will be led by optometrist and AOP clinical director, Dr Peter Hampson, tomorrow