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Step-by-step guide to mastering skills with the Goldmann applanation tonometer

2 August 2024 | | EYE - Glaucoma
Ophthalmology is a highly specialised field that requires proficiency in various diagnostic skills for numerous conditions. Entrants into ophthalmology at ST1 often possess minimal to no ophthalmic experience beyond what they learned in medical school. Consequently, they may face significant...

RNIB to host Inclusive Design for Sustainability Conference

26 May 2023
RNIB Scotland to host Inclusive Design for Sustainability Conference at Glasgow Science Centre on June 21-22.

The Re-humanising Revolution: Breaking the conspiracy of silence

3 June 2020 | | EYE - General
Over the last few years, the mental and emotional wellbeing of those who work in medicine has come under scrutiny. The author introduces a new resource. Working in healthcare has always been stressful but never more so than today. In...

Clear sight is ‘revelation’ for Yaxley resident following ‘life-changing’ surgery

9 December 2022
Retiree Steve Low has rekindled his love for photography.

Quantum technology first in eye disease detection

8 January 2024 | quantum, AMD, disease prevention, Age-related macular degeneration, CEVR, innovation
Scientists are working on a new device that could lead to a reduction in the number of people who go blind from age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

William’s Marathon Mission: Running for Sofie and Sight Scotland

7 May 2024 | Fundraising, charity, Sight Scotland, UK, retinal dystrophy, retina, children
William Oviatt is running the Edinburgh Marathon to raise money for Sight Scotland to say thank you for all the help and support the charity gave to his family when his daughter, Sofie, was diagnosed with retinal dystrophy.

BOOK RELEASE: 'Following Sam: Jon and Sam's Journey Conquering the 42' by Jon Attenborough

2 April 2025 | Book Relaese, Jon Attenborough, Guide Dog, Personal Challenge, Following Sam, Visually Impaired, Football, patient stories
Jon Attenborough, a visually impaired football fan, embarks on an extraordinary journey with his guide dog, Sam, across Scotland, visiting every single one of the 42 Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) grounds. What began as a personal challenge soon turned...

The visual field of empathy: What ophthalmology taught me about seeing the patient

17 September 2025 | | EYE - General
It was a busy shift on the ward. Amongst the chest pains and fevers was an older woman referred for confusion. She was quiet, polite, and compliant – the kind of patient who doesn’t raise alarms. As we spoke, I...

Celebrating 225 years of seeing ability in parliament

14 November 2024 | charity, patient stories, government, politics, NHS, achievements
This October, the House of Lords provided the venue for charity SeeAbility’s celebration of its 225th-year anniversary, with people it supports, colleagues, volunteers, funders and partners. They were joined by parliamentarians, including the Rt Hon Lord David Blunkett, who sponsored...

Ophthalmic Aid to Eastern Europe (OAEE)

4 March 2022 | | EYE - General
Peter Cackett, Tim ffytche and Dr Irina Gout reflect on historic ophthalmic aid sent to Eastern Europe. This article was written prior to the horrific events in Ukraine. An appeal for funds and equipment may be made by OAEE later...

My Trip to London - A UKISCRS 47th Annual Meeting Review

22 November 2023 | UKISCRS, Trainee, London, Conference, Opinion, Perspective
Arriving in London on a wet Tuesday evening, I disembarked the train and began my expedition through the torrential rain, my drenched suit bag in one hand and my precious poster packaged and clutched to my chest in the other.

Blind Football Fan ‘Scores’ Support

25 January 2024 | ECLO, RNIB, sight loss, patient stories, AMD, Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
A Ross County supporter has praised the club and leading sight loss charity, RNIB Scotland, for helping him to keep attending games.