Optical organisations

The awards recognise practitioners who have displayed excellence in eye care and adopted new techniques that are transforming everyday practice

Students highlighted issues with access to resources and support to the minister of state for universities, science, research and innovation

Respondents welcome flexibility and emphasis on practical experience in draft standards, while raising concerns about consistency

A report released by Optometry Scotland has found positive financial and health benefits following the 2006 GOS changes

Speakers from Moorfields Eye Hospital, the BCLA and Queen’s Hospital presented at the event

The GOC’s Dr Subo Shanmuganathan reiterates the need for registrants to stay equipped to respond to the demands of the changing healthcare sector

The optical regulator is calling for all eligible businesses to take advantage of the benefits that registration brings

The association’s ophthalmic dispensing course is now available in Australia and New Zealand

Less than 2% of registrants were removed from the optical regulator’s register for not meeting continuing education and training requirements

The regulator’s new Standards for Optical Businesses come into effect on 1 October