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My Top Five: Ophthalmology Twitter accounts

There are approximately 4.2 billion active social media users worldwide. This figure represents over half of the global population and is steadily rising [1]. There are currently over 217 million active Twitter users and given the platform’s versatility and ability...

My Top Five: Ophthalmology Twitter accounts

There are approximately 4.2 billion active social media users worldwide. This figure represents over half of the global population and is steadily rising [1]. There are currently over 217 million active Twitter users and given the platform’s versatility and ability...

Dr Sohaib Rufai awarded European Award in Medicine for Ophthalmology

Dr Sohaib Rufai has been awarded the 2022 European Award in Medicine for Ophthalmology. He led the world’s first study using handheld OCT to predict future vision in infantile nystagmus.

Preview: RCN Ophthalmic Nursing Conference 2024

by Tendai Gwenhure, Clinical Educator, Moorfields Eye Hospital; Programme Lead, UCL Institute of Ophthalmology; Chair, RCN Ophthalmic Nursing Forum. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Ophthalmic Nursing Forum (ONF) is a long-standing professional network within the RCN that is dedicated...

RCN Ophthalmic Nursing Conference 2024

Brought to you by the RCN Ophthalmic Nursing Forum, this one-day conference will provide a rare opportunity to network with your peers and showcase the latest developments and innovations in clinical practice, research, education and leadership to help you stay ahead in your career.

LambdaVision aims to refine process for in-space manufacturing of artificial retinas through ISS National Lab-sponsored investigation

Approximately 1.5 million people worldwide are affected by retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic disorder that causes vision loss. Currently there is no cure, but researchers from LambdaVision are turning to the International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory to look for...

The Lancet Global Health Commission on Global Eye Health: vision beyond 2020

Introduction The Lancet Global Health Commission on Global Eye Health was published in 2021 [1]. Drawing on expertise from within and outside the eye health sector, the Commission set out to: inform governments and other stakeholders about the path forward...

Oriel celebrates breaking ground milestone

A special breaking ground celebration was held on 11 July to mark the start of construction to build Oriel, a new eyecare, research and education centre in Camden.

My journey as advanced ophthalmic emergency nurse practitioner

Grace Eni explores her own achievements as an advanced nurse practitioner, emphasising the influential range and significance of this role in ophthalmic care. A pioneering position and job title in the UK and possibly globally, advanced nurse practitioner roles were...

PREVIEW: Join us at the TROPHY Ophthalmic Conference 2025!

The highly anticipated TROPHY Ophthalmic Conference returns this year with an impressive lineup of experts, cutting-edge technological advances, and engaging discussions that promise to strengthen the field of ophthalmology. The TROPHY Ophthalmic Conference is Trent Ophthalmic Society's flagship event, provides...

Eye Diseases in Hot Climates (Fifth Edition)

This book focuses on diseases and associated issues causing visual impairment and blindness in the low socio-economically developed parts of the world. The majority of these are preventable and treatable. The earlier chapters cover basic anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and...

IAPB brings sector together in Mexico to transform the future of global eye health

The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) has brought together over 600 delegates, in person and online, for 2030 IN SIGHT LIVE in Mexico City.