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Through the eyes of artists, part one: The effects of cataracts on Monet and Cassatt

Ophthalmology and art are undoubtedly connected – for many artists they are inseparable, as their vision is fundamental to their work – it determines how they perceive colour and light in order to transform it into art. However, visual impairment...

Opportunity to take part in research for eyecare professionals advising patients about driving

Claire Howard and Lauren Hepworth are running a study looking which looks to eyecare professionals in the UK who advise patients on DVLA/DVA driving vision standards, as part of their role. The aim of this research is to determine eyecare...

The rare link between uveitis and tattoos

Health experts are warning about a rare but potentially serious condition known as tattoo-associated uveitis, after a rise in reported cases in Australia. The condition occurs when the immune system reacts to certain toxic chemicals found within certain tattoo inks...

One bottle, many eyes: The hidden dangers of sharing eyedrops in the community

We report a case of unilateral mydriasis in a female patient referred by her general practitioner (GP) with a dilated and sluggish left pupil, likely caused by the accidental use of her husband’s prescription eyedrops. This case highlights the importance...

SightCare expands SPECS buying group with four new supplier partners ahead of SightCare LIVE

SightCare is delighted to announce the addition of four new suppliers to its SPECS buying group, further enhancing the range of products and services available to its network of independent opticians. From 1 April, members will gain access to Mondottica,...

The Optical Suppliers Association joins The Alliance for Healthcare from the Eye

The Optical Suppliers Association (OSA) has joined The Alliance for Healthcare from the Eye, underscoring its commitment to ethical adoption of oculomics and advancing the role of eye health within broader healthcare pathways. OSA will support the efforts of The...

In conversation with Iqbal K Ahmed - From across the Atlantic

Ike (Iqbal) K Ahmed is a pioneering ophthalmologist from Canada, currently serving as Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto, and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Utah. He is also the Research Fellowship Director, Department of Ophthalmology, University...

BEECS 2026 Annual Meeting

British Emergency Eye Care Society 11th Annual Meeting

Roles, titles, and the healthcare scientist

Within the typical eye unit, there are lots of ‘Ophth’ job titles. We as ophthalmic professionals mostly know what these titles mean, but do our patients and junior staff? During my career I have had many and varied job titles,...

Developments in retinal pigmentation measurement and the hopes of an equitable future

Our AI & Oculomics co-editor, Nima Ghadiri, sat down with Abraham Olvera-Barrios from Moorfields and Anand Rajesh from the University of Washington to discuss their recent international study into retinal pigmentation and its wider clinical, technological and academic applications. Can...

Neuro-ophthalmology: the extended role of an orthoptist

Neuro-ophthalmology has always been a speciality of interest during my studies and now in my career. In 2018, I started a Band 7 post which gave me an extended role in neuro-ophthalmology and the responsibility of developing an orthoptic led...

Trends in Ophthalmology 2026

51st Trends in Ophthalmology meeting