News and features

Optometrist and practice owner, Satvinder Shoker, and 23-year-old patient Amandeep Bains, discuss an emergency appointment that led to a life-changing diagnosis

An optometrist turned GP, Dr Lewis has passed away aged 53

Zeiss professional services manager, Sofia Fazal, and Learn by Design education delivery team manager, Stephen Frew, discuss a partnership to bring a hands-on STEM programme to schools in Birmingham

Jo Mackenzie on her career goals, umpiring, and putting off that PhD

Jonathan Nixon, owner of independent practice, Bespoke Eyewear Harrogate, on predicting the fashions and seeing his frames on television

Howard Bainbridge, who was admitted into the Livery of the Worshipful Company of Spectaclemakers in 1995, has retired from the Darlington practice he joined at the age of 15

Newbury optometrist, Dr Valarie Jerome, speaks with OT  about the viral response to a Tweet after turning away a patient without a face mask

As the new lockdown takes effect in England, OT  hears from practices about remaining open for eye care, the business impact, and the challenges for the High Street

From gaining confidence in new technology, to learning new skills as part of NHS Test and Trace, three optometrists reflect on what they have learned through the pandemic

Elizabeth Manuel speaks with OT  about losing her sight at the age of 46 and a campaign to ensure priority shopping slots for the blind and visually impaired