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Large-scale study uncovers demographic and sex factors behind genetic cause of age-related visual loss
A new study has identified a major genetic contributor to Fuchs’ Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy (FECD), a common cause of vision loss, also highlighting the significant roles of sex and ancestry. FECD is a common, inherited eye condition that primarily affects...SpaMedica announces partnership with Macular Society
SpaMedica, one of the UK’s leading independent providers of NHS eye care services, is proud to announce a new partnership with the Macular Society, set to launch this month. The collaboration will help to fund ground-breaking research and vital support...The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers mourns Past Master Huntly Taylor FBDO
The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers announces the death of much-loved and respected Past Master Huntly Taylor FBDO, on 17 May 2025. Huntly Taylor was a major influence in optics over many years. He began by qualifying as a Dispensing...Disability charity releases new film to improve eyecare for people with learning disabilities
Disability charity SeeAbility has launched a new short film for Learning Disability Week to raise awareness of how people with learning disability can get support with eyecare. The charity works to remove the barriers to eye care for people with...The Scottish Optometry Awards
Join us at the inaugural Scottish Optometry Awards dinner dance at the Glasgow Radisson Blu Hotel on Saturday 15th November. Drinks 7.00 for 7.30pm. Dinner 7.30–9.00pm. Awards 9.00–9.30pm. Dancing with DJ 9.30–11.30. On the Saturday evening at the Scottish Optical...Clinical Council for Eye Health Commissioning elects Dr Gillian Rudduck MCOptom as Chair
Dr Gillian Rudduck MCOptom, President of The College of Optometrists, has been elected as the new chair of the Clinical Council for Eye Health Commissioning (CCEHC) following a vote by the members of the Council. The CCEHC is an independent...Sense Medical and Canon: Getting ready for the OCT Pathway in Diabetic Eye Screening Surveillance Pathway webinar
Are you ready for the OCT pathway in DESP? OCT is set to be integrated into the English National Diabetic Eye Screening Surveillance Pathway, significantly enhancing the management of patients with mild diabetic maculopathy. This advancement allows patients to remain within a surveillance pathway overseen by retinal screening rather than being immediately referred to the Hospital Eye Service (HES). The webinar will be hosted by Professor Tunde Peto and Mrs Samantha Mann and will discuss the new OCT pathway, how OCT will change diabetic screening, how to interpret OCT images and how programmes can get ready for the change. Starts at 6pm UK time for 90 minutesMoorfields: Ocular emergencies level 1
Designed for optometrists, orthoptists, nurses and other allied ophthalmic health professionals, this module will deliver the knowledge and skills required for the examination, investigation, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients who present in an ophthalmic emergency setting. Entry requirementsBSc (Hons)...How to write and publish a case report – tips and common pitfalls
Ophthalmology is an extremely popular specialty, with the competition ratio at ST1 level entry being 10:1 in 2023 [1]. Consequently, applicants are required to achieve higher portfolio scores to remain competitive. For those considering a career in ophthalmology, two points...
Ophthalmic DOPS and OSATS: The Handbook for Work-Based Assessments
The first thing to say is: “I wish I’d had this book when I was an ST1!” The number of work-based assessments (WBA) required during ophthalmic specialist training (OST) is a daunting prospect to trainee ophthalmologists, particularly ST1s with no...
Practical Handbook of OCT (Retina, Choroid, Glaucoma)
With the rapid development and expansion in the usage of optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology there is always demand for a new OCT publication on the bookshelves. The operation and acquisition skills required are more easily acquired than for the...
