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Remembered as “one of UK optometry’s unsung heroes,” Andrew Field died on 30 December 2020 at the age of 81

The company aims to display how practices can embrace technologies to offer socially distanced eye examinations, at a time when patients may be particularly anxious

Developed in collaboration with myopia experts, the Lenstar Myopia system could support optometrists in the early detection of myopia

The Edinburgh optometrist who “shone a light on the path for others to follow” died in December at the age of 84

The device offers a faster, socially distanced refraction, which the company suggests could support practices operating under COVID-19 restrictions

South London practice owner, Nevin Govindasami, on how vital the government’s PPE service has been this autumn

GOS contractors are invited to share information of the viability of services to inform the OFNC’s work with NHS England

Three practice owners speak about the challenges of 2020, and offer their advice for those just starting out

How can practices go about ensuring the clinical aspect of their service if their business is increasingly taking place online? OT  spoke to experts from across the optical landscape to find out

Optometrists from across the UK and Ireland reflect on their successes at the close of a year filled with challenges