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Care pathway to imaging delays for acute oculomotor nerve palsies
1 June 2022
| Lauren R Hepworth
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EYE - Neuro-ophthalmology
A retrospective chart review is presented with the aim of evaluating arterial imaging in cases of third nerve palsy. The study reviewed patients seen with a suspicion of or a final diagnosis of third nerve palsy over a seven-year eight-month...
Are illness perception or personality factors associated with follow-up appointment attendance in neuro-ophthalmology?
3 April 2023
| Lauren R Hepworth
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EYE - Neuro-ophthalmology
This was a prospective study which surveyed adults with appointments in either neuro-ophthalmology or the glaucoma service at a tertiary clinic. The aim of the study was to identify factors linked to attendance of follow-up appointments. Recruitment occurred over a...
Associations with health disparities for eyecare in the USA
The purpose of this study was to explore the association between race and socioeconomic status (SES) on health disparities in paediatric eyecare, to characterise the status of diversity within the paediatric ophthalmology workforce and to propose potential solutions to improve...
Beyond ‘Shield and Ship’: a novel device (Eye-Aid) to provide temporary aqueous tamponade
4 February 2025
| Ben Smith
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EYE - Cornea
The authors present a pilot efficacy study of the novel Eye-Aid device in a porcine model of full-thickness corneal wounds to mitigate anterior chamber collapse in the forward military environment. Currently, the ‘Shield and Ship’ paradigm taught to military healthcare...
New team member for Topcon Surgical
27 June 2023
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Recruitment & Personnel
Topcon Great Britain Medical has announced a new addition to the Topcon Surgical team.
Surgitrac is thrilled to welcome Noah Banienuba as our new Marketing Manager
2 April 2024
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Recruitment & Personnel
With a proven track record in strategic healthcare marketing and brand engagement, Noah brings valuable experience to our team.
Surgitrac Instruments is pleased to welcome back Scott Shipley as our new Clinical Representative for the Midlands region.
10 December 2024
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Company Profiles, Recruitment & Personnel
Sugitac Instruments is delighted to announce the addition of Scott Shipley as our new Clinical Representative for the Midlands region. Scott brings a strong passion for ophthalmology, a dedication to client relations, and a wealth of expertise that make him...
Haag-Streit UK to move away from NHS Supply Chain
28 May 2025
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Contracts & Distributors, Company Profiles
Haag-Streit UK has announced that they will no longer be working with NHS Supply Chain. To provide a more flexible, transparent procurement process, Haag-Streit UK will be supplying their products direct to NHS trusts and ophthalmic healthcare providers from 1st...
ABDO updates Level 2 Child Safeguarding with Ofqual accreditation
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has launched an updated ABDO CPD Child Safeguarding Level 2 course this month, accredited by Ofqual. The qualification is designed to enhance professionals’ understanding and implementation of child safeguarding practices within the optical...World-first artificial intelligence foundation model for eye care to supercharge global efforts to prevent blindness
22 September 2023
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oculomics, AI, moorfields, big data, RETFound, ChatGPT, UCL, artificial intelligence
Researchers at Moorfields Eye Hospital and UCL Institute of Ophthalmology (IoO) have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that has the potential to not only identify sight-threatening eye diseases but also predict general health, including heart attacks, stroke and Parkinson’s disease.
Innovative 3D printing could revolutionise treatment for cataracts and other eye conditions
University of East Anglia researchers have made a significant breakthrough in ocular device technology with the introduction of a novel resin for 3D printing intraocular devices. This innovation has potential to enhance the manufacture of eye implants universally used in cataract and refractive surgeries.SCOPE Independent Prescriber Bursary 2024 Awards
18 July 2024
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optometry, optometrist, bursary, opportunities, funding, money, opticians, awards, competition
SCOPE celebrates excellence in optometry with the 2024 Independent Prescriber Bursary Awards.
