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Who pays for an interpreter?

Every issue, OT poses a scenario from a practitioner. This edition, what you need to know about booking interpreters for appointments

Business management | by Sue Clark

Essilor opens virtual showroom

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

Equipment and suppliers | by Kimberley Young

“I am always willing to help any other students”

Pre-registration optometrist, Rukan Avcil, on her journey into optometry, developing her skills through COVID-19, and being nominated for an OT competition by her practice colleague

Career development | by Kimberley Young

“It’s so easy for any of us to end up in the same situation”

Optometrist Rupesh Bagdai reflects on a service that provides eye care to the homeless, asylum seekers and other hard to reach groups

Health services | by Selina Powell

Haag-Streit UK launches new myopia management system

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

Equipment and suppliers | by Kimberley Young

Obituary: Murray McGrath

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

Practitioner stories | by Lucy Miller

OT focuses on...Winter sport goggles

OT rounds up a selection of the latest in winter sports goggles

Eyewear and lenses | by Kimberley Young

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C-76659 Light, sleep and biological time

Recorded at 100% Optical, this video shows how the eye provides us with our sense of time and influences sleep and therefore overall health. The lecture will address how light is detected by specialised photoreceptors for the regulation of circadian rhythm and sleep. We will consider the impact of ocular disease and the new drugs being developed in the field of circadian therapeutics.

CET points: 1
Published: 05 January 2021 | Closes: 02 March 2021

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C-76296 Visual fields in neuro-ophthalmic disease

This VRICs exam features four cases of neuro-ophthalmic vision loss. Readers are invited to review the images and access additional resources where required to answer the questions.

CET points: 1
Published: 12 December 2020 | Closes: 05 March 2021

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C-76290 Measurement devices for dispensing

This VRICS exam considers different approaches to taking dispensing measurements using a range of devices

CET points: 1
Published: 12 December 2020 | Closes: 05 March 2021

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Latest on coronavirus

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“I’m so excited to start the next part of my career”

Manchester graduate, Emily Mather, had her pre-reg placement at Moorfields delayed as a result of COVID-19. Here, she tells OT why she’s grateful for the extra time at home

Career development | by Lucy Miller

Optical bodies share guidance on COVID-19 vaccination roll-out

Optical associations have shared updates on the progress of the COVID-19 vaccination plan for patient-facing practice staff

Optical organisations | by Kimberley Young

January OSCE sittings reduced

The number of OSCE assessments for January have been reduced as a result of a “significant” fall in examiner availability

Career development | by Kimberley Young

Lockdown three: “Balancing the safety of colleagues and patients”

For many optometrists, remaining open during the new lockdown brings with it a range of complex and conflicting emotions. OT considers practitioners’ key concerns

Practitioner stories | by Kimberley Young

“It is not always easy working from home”

Howard Collins on working in academia, and the importance of maintaining a work/life balance during the pandemic

Practitioner stories | by Dr Ian Beasley BSc (Hons), DOptom, MCOptom

Science & vision

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“I have been able to translate theory into practice”

Alberto Recchioni discusses his PhD research, which examines the effect of corneal refractive surgery on the ocular surface

Research | by Selina Powell

Researchers develop formula to deliver drugs to the back of the eye

The researchers believe the technology, which uses nanoparticles to deliver an RUNX1 inhibitor, could have applications in treating diseases relating to sight loss

Research | by Kimberley Young

AI screening for diabetic retinopathy

AEYE Health CEO, Zack Dvey-Aharon, speaks to OT about the company’s AI handheld fundus camera and its aim to make screening more accessible

Technology | by Kimberley Young, Laurence Derbyshire

“We have had very impressive results”

UK study looks into the feasibility of self-performed visual field tests for glaucoma patients

Research | by John White, Laurence Derbyshire

Scientists develop mini retinas using stem cells

King’s College London researchers are developing patches that mimic a functioning macula

Research | by Selina Powell

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Lockdown screen time having negative effect on nation’s eye health

More than one in three people have reported deteriorating eyesight due to increased screen time during the pandemic, Fight for Sight says

Charity | by Lucy Miller

Winter style

Eyewear designers have upped the glamour with striking colours, translucent frames and added sparkle for the season. OT takes a look

Eyewear and lenses | by Kimberley Young

Essilor reveals Vision-R700 phoropter

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

Equipment and suppliers | by Kimberley Young

Making the mainstream

OT spoke to OCT manufacturers and suppliers on the fast-paced development and roll-out of the technology, and the implications of COVID-19

Equipment and suppliers | by Kimberley Young

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Optical bodies share guidance on COVID-19 vaccination roll-out

Optical associations have shared updates on the progress of the COVID-19 vaccination plan for patient-facing practice staff

Optical organisations | by Kimberley Young

Paper GOS forms changing from 1 February

Video and webinars from PCSE support users to move their GOS claims online

Health services | by John White, Laurence Derbyshire

OFNC continues discussions with NHS England over lockdown support

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

Health services | by Kimberley Young

Community eye care services continue in Scotland’s lockdown

Optical practices in Scotland can continue offering a full range of services in the new lockdown, the government has confirmed

Health services | by Kimberley Young

AOP shares statement on practising in the new lockdown

With new national lockdowns announced, the AOP has shared its understanding that practices can remain open, prioritising emergency and essential care, but has emphasised the need to maintain “stringent measures”

AOP | by Kimberley Young