In the blink of an eye
In this case report series, the author examines the incidence of ocular injuries sustained during game shooting in Scotland between 2012–2018. Precise figures for ocular injuries sustained during game shooting are not available. According to Police Scotland, there were 43,790...
Full DetailsUltra-widefield imaging in glaucoma: Documenting hypotony-related choroidal effusions after microshunt surgery
Ultra-widefield (UWF) imaging provides extended visualisation of the posterior segment beyond the traditional 30–50° field of view. It captures a broad view of the posterior pole and periphery in a single, quick, non-mydriatic acquisition. While its role in diabetic retinopathy...
Full DetailsBeyond the slit lamp: Unanticipated lessons from my ophthalmology elective
My six-week elective in ophthalmology at Westmead Hospital in Sydney offered much more than technical mastery; it challenged my assumptions about patient care, teaching and the role of curiosity in medicine. Though my passion for eyes was ignited by my...
Full DetailsThrough the eyes of artists, part two: The effects of retinal degeneration on Degas and O’Keeffe
Last issue we discussed Monet and Cassatt’s experience of painting through cataract. We now move to two stories of resilience in the face of macular degeneration, Edgar Degas and Georgia O’Keeffe. Edgar Degas. (c1873) ‘The Dance Class’, oil on canvas....
Full DetailsIn conversation with Fares Antaki: The retinal age gap in schizophrenia
Fares Antaki. Nima Ghadiri (NG): The ‘retinal age gap’ (RAG) is a relatively new concept. Based on your study [1], how confident are you in proposing this as a non-invasive, accessible biomarker for accelerated biological ageing in patients with neuropsychiatric...
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Surgitrac Instruments is proud to offer a free 2-week trial of its advanced ophthalmic...
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Elevate your surgical capabilities with the new METIS 3D Digital Heads-Up Module (METIS HU)...
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Corza Medical has announced the UK introduction of the Shimowake Spiral CTR Inserter (AE-4777),...
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A powerful ophthalmic imaging system that establishes a new benchmark in optical coherence tomography...
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Heidelberg Engineering UK announced changes to their UK team. They welcome back two familiar...
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Sight Sciences today marks a significant milestone for the OMNI® Surgical System in the...
Retinoblastoma, CureAll and the role of global clinical, capacity strengthening and research networks
Retinoblastoma (Rb), a rare childhood eye cancer, presents a particularly compelling example of how global health partnerships can operate at the intersection of different medical disciplines, in this case: ophthalmology, oncology and public health. This article places the work of...
Full DetailsFrom trainee to teacher: Top tips for teaching fellow applications
Getting into ophthalmology training has become increasingly competitive in recent years. In 2025, the competition ratio rose to over 21:1, compared to 3:1 in 2019 [1,2]. Similar trends are seen across other specialties, with over 30,000 doctors applying for just...
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I previously related a series of diary entries from an old, unlabelled, leather-bound journal...
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“In the midst of tragedy, we start the comedy” – Agatha Christie, The ABC...
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Louie: “Allow me to present Pac-Man. Now, who is going to be the lucky...
What's trending Apr/May 2026
A round-up of the eye-related hot topics that have been trending on social media over the last few weeks. #WinterOlympics #SpeedSkates The Winter Olympics have been a fantastic spectacle. It is always amazing to see such skill and athleticism in...
Full DetailsMy Top Five: Visionary inventions in ophthalmology
When we see how technologically forward and advanced modern-day medicine is, we forget that it is also an age-old, ancient profession with a rich, intriguing history that we remain unaware of. Ophthalmology in particular has always been at the forefront...
Full DetailsFull employment
The Soviet Union famously had near zero unemployment throughout its existence, which casual observers might have mistaken for thrusting economic superiority, compared with the much larger waxing and waning dole queues of the capitalist West. For multiple reasons, lowering unemployment...
Full DetailsIssues with standard practice: Luer lock syringes in cataract surgery
For a few years, we have worked together with the practice variance surveys to tease out differences in the way we work and to discuss issues that arise. I hope that we have learnt some lessons and reflected on what...
Full DetailsAn interview with a glaucoma consultant: Insights for aspiring trainees
In this article, Resident Doctor Chi Kit Yan sits down with Consultant Glaucoma Specialist Salman Sadiq and explores the daily life of a glaucoma specialist, the pros and cons of the role, how trainees can prepare for this subspecialty, and...
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The Royal College of Ophthalmologists Training The Trainer - Supervision for Ophthalmic Practitioner Training
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Irish Student Ophthalmology Conference 2026
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The Cataract/medical retina/ disc assessment short course has been designed to meet the training...
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The Royal College of Ophthalmologists Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery
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Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh Foundations in Surgical Leadership
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Kettering Eye Meeting 2026
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Moorfields Education: Moorfields International refractive symposium and laser vision correction wet-lab
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This one-day in-person study day has been designed to meet the training needs of...
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I’m here with Chris Gordon and Anthony Vukic from Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust...
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In 1997, Paul Rosen, a relatively newly appointed consultant surgeon to the Oxford Eye...
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Internet security advice is constantly changing in response to new and evolving threats. For...
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This column is often, but not always, about ophthalmic tech. This is one of...
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For Feb/Mar 2024, we are looking at a recently released laser machine to perform...
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The ANTerior Segment Imaging Competition from Eye News and Keeler promotes and celebrates the...
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Tourists often state with great jealousy how wonderfully green Ireland looks from the air....
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As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare services, there are important lessons...
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Health experts are warning about a rare but potentially serious condition known as tattoo-associated...























