Optical organisations

Applications from “experienced and enthusiastic individuals from the eye health sector” are being sought

Before his departure from LOCSU, OT  sat down with its chief executive, Richard Whittington, to discuss Optometry First, service transformation, and how LOCs can drive the profession forward

The EeRS system will link primary eye care with hospital ophthalmology and GP systems, allowing unnecessary referrals to hospitals to be avoided

What does the change from CET to CPD mean for the profession? OT  outlines what the switch to continuing professional development will mean for how optometrists learn after qualification

GOC analysis highlights that while risk within the optical professions is low compared to other healthcare professions, it could increase in the future

The Welsh Government made the decision after consulting with Optometry Wales, the EHEW clinical lead and ABDO

Optometry Scotland has welcomed the review

Mike Fegan has been appointed chairman of Primary Eyecare Services

The latest annual report from the Local Optical Committee Support Unit has revealed that 71% of local optical committees have a MECS service

The course helps optical professionals become effective leaders at a local and national level