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Andy Hill (NuVision Biotherapies) discusses recent AOP update to clinical guidelines
8 December 2023
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NuVision, Andy Hill, amniotic membranes, guidelines, AOP, optometrist, outpatient, dry eye, lens
There are currently 600,000 people on the NHS waiting list for ophthalmology treatment, and over 5 million people in the UK currently live with dry eye disease. Here Andy Hill, CEO at NuVision Biotherapies Ltd, discusses a recent update to clinical guidelines and what this means for optometrists, patients, and taxpayers.
The College of Optometrists publishes Interim Position on AI in Eye Care
The College of Optometrists has today published its Interim Position on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Eye Care setting out the UK optical sector’s collective stance on the safe and responsible implementation of AI in eyecare. The College...CHEC Announces Collaboration with Award-winning Eyecare Company
4 October 2022
Leading ophthalmologist Nikolina Budimlija to host CPD event in early October. Collaboration with family run Scope Eyecare reflects CHEC’s continued expansion of services and expertise.
Chief optometric advisor letter to optometry sector: update on undergraduate optometry degree reforms
Dr Janey Pooley, Chief Optometric Advisor to the Scottish Government, releases an update on progress of the reforms to the undergraduate optometry degree model in Scotland.AOP responds to new findings on bullying, harassment and discrimination in optics
The AOP endorses a commitment to more inclusive work environments for members – highlighting resources that tackle bullying and discrimination at work.New CPD arrangements for specialty registrants welcomed by the AOP
14 December 2023
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GOC, optometry, optometrist, General Optical Council, specialty, ian beasley, Optometry Today, optician
The GOC has confirmed changes to the CPD scheme which enables contact lens opticians and optometrists with prescribing rights the opportunity to gain self-directed specialty points.
The College calls for funding for primary eye care services to be prioritised to address NHS ophthalmology backlog
26 February 2025
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NHS, IPS, Private sector, Optometry, Optician, Optometrist, Royal College of Optometry
The College of Optometrists has welcomed the extra funding promised for NHS England as a necessary step forward to help reduce waiting lists but calls on the government to prioritise funding towards primary eye care services to help tackle the...
The College of Optometrists welcomes recommendations to increase support for NHS eyecare costs
Sarah Cant, Director of Policy and Strategy, The College of Optometrists, commented: “The College of Optometrists welcomes Healthwatch England’s recommendations to increase the support available for people on low incomes so that they can meet the costs of eyecare, a...The College of Optometrists’ prestigious Research Excellence Awards 2025 are open for public nominations
4 June 2025
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The College of Optometrists, Research Excellence Awards 2025, optometry, nominations, submissions, optometrist, news
The College of Optometrists has opened submissions for its annual Research Excellence Awards, which recognise and celebrate inspirational individuals who are making a significant contribution to the evidence base that underpins good practice, now and in the future. The College...
Vacancy for Clinical Management Guidelines Writer - Ophthalmologist
16 March 2023
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The College of Optometrists is the professional body for Optometrists and a registered charity incorporated by Royal Charter in 1995.
AOP urges drivers to see an optometrist about vision concerns
26 May 2020
The Association of Optometrists has reminded motorists to contact their optometrist if they have concerns about their vision.
