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Research into headlight glare commissioned by government

The government has commissioned much needed research into the causes of night-time headlight glare, after campaigning involving the College of Optometrists among others. The College spearheaded the lobbying on behalf of the optical sector, in collaboration with colleagues from the...

Ophthalmic history made easy

There are now three ophthalmic medical documentaries to dip into on to Royal College of Ophthalmologists website.

A week in the world of ophthalmology: A reflective journey at New Cross Hospital

Embarking on a taster week in ophthalmology at New Cross Hospital was a decision fuelled by the desire to delve into the intricacies of this unique specialty, which blends surgical and medical traits. For foundation doctors, a taster week is...

Reflections on a research course in London

The Research Changes Lives course is one of very few courses designed specifically for research within ophthalmology and remains a popular choice amongst researchers in the UK. Delivered by ophthalmologists, statisticians and epidemiologists, it provides a broad and diverse perspective....

The art of ophthalmic simulations

For Dec/Jan 2024, I got in touch with Nicky Webster, a Principal 3D Artist at FundamentalVR (https://fundamentalsurgery.com). Nicky is also a registered medical illustrator, healthcare scientist and medical photographer. With over 18 years of experience working in various disciplines within...

Meeting the needs of older patients in optics

Fiona Anderson discusses the important role of community-based eyecare practitioners in meeting the visual needs of ageing patients. It has been well documented that today we live for longer. Statistics show in 1997, around one in every six people (15.9%)...

Gradenigo syndrome

The authors report four cases of Gradenigo syndrome (GS) with patients aged five to 70 years; three with classic acute presentation and one with presentation of chronic suppurative otitis media, cholesteatoma and sixth nerve palsy. The authors discuss anatomy, neuroimaging,...

Haag-Streit UK announces new topography module for SOLIX (June 2025)

Bishop’s Stortford, UK – 11th June 2025 - Haag-Streit UK (HS-UK), the leading manufacturer and distributor of gold-standard diagnostic and surgical devices and instruments for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and orthoptists, has announced that SOLIX has a new topography module. SOLIX delivers...

Thinking about purchasing your first Volk lens or looking to expand your collection?

Sister companies Altomed and Mid-Optic are proud to be official Volk distributors. With over 40 years of experience, our expert team can offer personalised guidance to help you choose the right lens for you. In addition, when you buy from...

Limitations batted away at Glasgow blind cricket event

A unique event is being run in Glasgow this weekend for blind and sighted people to have a go at visually impaired cricket.

Orbis achieves WHO trachoma elimination threshold in Sheka Zone, Southwest Ethiopia

Ahead of World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Day on 30 January, international eye care charity Orbis has announced that it has achieved the World Health Organisation (WHO) threshold for eliminating trachoma as a public health concern in Sheka Zone, Southwest...

‘Getting a head start’: ways medical students can boost their chances of entering ophthalmology training

Ophthalmology is one of the most competitive medical specialities in the UK, with 3.74 applicants per place in 2018 [1]. Given the competitive nature of this highly specialised field, medical students who are interested in pursuing a career in ophthalmology...