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Caring for adults with an ocular tumour

Detection If you screen for an intraocular tumour, dilate the pupil. If the patient is driving, use phenylephrine only. If the patient declines, document this in the casenotes. Don’t forget to look for sentinel vessels, which would indicate a ciliary...

The results of the last survey Feb24

Thank you to all those who participated in this edition’s survey and for those of you who attended my recent Medico-legal Seminar at the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. It was a fascinating and educational day, made a success by the...

Orbital cellulitis - an overview of the diagnosis and management

Periorbital (preseptal) and orbital cellulitis are infections of the subcutaneous tissues of the eye. They are differentiated by the location of the infection. Periorbital cellulitis refers to infection of the eyelid and subcutaneous tissues anterior to the orbital septum, whereas...

Coming soon: The Eye Views Podcast

Released in conjunction with The University of Edinburgh, the podcast will be available to listen and download on 16 February 2023.

Professor Roy Taylor awarded MBE for services to diabetes research

Congratulations to Diabetes UK-funded researcher Professor Roy Taylor, who has been awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours list, recognising his world-leading work in diabetes research.

CHEC ‘Re:Sets’ sights on patient outcomes and growth ambitions

CHEC, one of the largest providers of community-based ophthalmology services in the UK, has launched an enhanced go-to-market strategy that will better align its service offerings and provision with the NHS’ evolving needs.

RNIB focusing on supporting patients to ‘wait well’ at point of diagnosis this National Eye Health Week

To coincide with National Eye Health Week (18-24 September), the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has launched a free guide bringing together information about services, tips for questions to ask when attending hospital appointments, and links to emotional support to help while you wait to find out more.

Doncaster eye hospital is rated ‘Outstanding’ by industry inspectors

The independent regulator of health and social care in England has awarded a Doncaster eye hospital the highest possible rating - ‘Outstanding’ - following an inspection that took place in August 2023.

Cricket fan Tony credits NHS cataract surgery with improving his mental health as well as his sight

Tony, 65, could see the ball at Trent Bridge match ‘for the first time in years’ and says ‘everything’ in life has improved, after cataract removal at SpaMedica.

£1 million boost for wireless innovations to improve patient care

Trials of new wireless technologies to help improve patient care and strengthen connectivity in A&Es and ambulance bays are set to launch across seven NHS trusts, following new funding from NHS England.

Eyecare professionals welcome CooperVision’s ‘Fresh Start’ initiative at 100% Optical 2024

Leading manufacturer leads peer-to-peer conversation and shares ideas on ways to help improve the contact lens patient fitting journey.

Thank you, Baljean Dhillon. Welcome onboard, Peter Cackett.

As our Co-editor of over 11 years, Baljean Dhillon, passes the torch, Peter Cackett steps up to take on the role.