Clinical and regulatory

News on the latest clinical and regulatory developments impacting the UK optical sector

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GOC publishes statement on verification of contact lens specifications

Following a consultation last year, the statement has been updated to clarify the GOC’s position in relation to the requirements for verifying copies of contact lens specifications

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GOC sustains gains in fitness to practise timeliness

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GOC consultation on revised Standards of Practice opens

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GOC calls for applications for council associate role

The optical regulator is looking to appoint two council associates – a role that aims to enhance the diversity of perspectives that inform GOC decisions

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Lab testing confirms link between eye drops and bacterial infection

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GOC registration renewal period open

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Spotlight on statutory notices

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The long wait

8 min read

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What UK optometry can learn from the Italian model of care

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GOC discusses proposed revisions to standards

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Spotlight on statutory notices
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The long wait
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Great expectations
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GOC registrant fees to rise 6.6%

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College of Optometrists publishes updated guidance

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The cover story

Great expectations

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Three brands of carbomer eye gel recalled

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Australian doctor suspended after racist email to ophthalmologist

“It was important for me that this outcome wasn’t faceless, for people to see they won’t be brought down if they complain about racism”

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Three insights from the GOC

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GOC opens consultation on draft contact lens specification statement

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Speaking up in practice

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FDA approves treatment for demodex blepharitis

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Five insights from the GOC

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