AOP

The AOP Peer Support Line was launched in May 2017 to provide a confidential support service to help optometry professionals during times of worry or stress. One of its optometrist volunteers speaks to OT  about the aims and benefits of the service

AOP Awards 2019 Dispensing Optician of the Year, Sue Edwards, on the value of giving back to the community and treating customers as she would like to be treated

Optometrists are well placed to support patients with a message reiterating the importance of taking their eye health seriously, writes AOP chief executive Henrietta Alderman

OT  poses a monthly scenario from a practitioner. This month, we look at stress in the workplace with head of employment in the AOP's the legal and regulatory team, Debbie Nathan

AOP solicitor, Jenny Cummin, delves into the origins of public protection within healthcare

The AOP’s clinical director, Dr Peter Hampson, advises on how optometrists can take steps to avoid being sued

In a continually evolving profession, the aim of the AOP legal and regulatory team remains constant – to protect and represent members. OT  finds out how a streamlined structure and new recruits will enhance the team’s ability to support members

The AOP’s head of professional discipline, Dejan Mladenovic, tells OT  about his experience of working for the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Trainee solicitor at the AOP, Lauren Barnie, and an AOP member, discuss what to do if you are notified of a General Optical Council investigation

From professional conduct, to the Educational Strategic Review, to business regulations, the AOP is holding the GOC to account, explains Henrietta Alderman