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The latest news, features and insight from across optics
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A trio of ECPs came together to discuss how private providers can support the NHS in the delivery of cataract surgery
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Amy Thompson, optometrist and secretary of Cheshire LOC, and Jill Umpleby, dispensing optician and the LOC CPD officer, explain their involvement in an atrial fibrillation stroke prevention pilot that has been running in East Cheshire since November 2020
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NESGAT project leads, Madeline Harvey-Brown and Dr Alice McTrusty, along with programme director for NHS Education Scotland, Dr Lesley Rousselet, explain how the qualification has developed
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Primary Eyecare Services spoke to OT about the developments seen over the last few years, including structural changes, tech and software implementation, and extended services
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Applications from “experienced and enthusiastic individuals from the eye health sector” are being sought
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Optometrist, Jason Higginbotham, has established a public-facing website and launched a petition for myopia management to be funded by the NHS
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Optometrists were able to have a go at capsulorhexis with forceps on CHEC’s stand during 100% Optical
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OT spoke to the eye care provider about the effects of the pandemic and growing waiting lists for cataract surgery
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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