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Deciphering dark retinal patches

We present a case of bilateral extensive dark without pressure (DWP) located outside the retinal vascular arcades in a young female. This retinal finding is benign but, in some instances, darkened retinal patches could be associated with potential sight-threatening conditions....

The miracle of multi-professional working in modern-day eyecare

"It’s a Tuesday morning, and I’m in the presence of one of the most mind-boggling accomplishments in human history. This thing is so astounding in its complexity and scope, it makes the Panama Canal look like a third grader’s craft...

The Eye Health Network – an ‘optometry-first’ approach to eye care

Historically, in NHS Grampian, ophthalmology and optometry worked separately, with even the process of optometry referral to hospital occurring only at the behest of the patient’s general practitioner (GP). Criteria for referral were not discussed and feedback after referral was...

How the other half live – ophthalmology training around the world

Ophthalmology speciality training is currently seven years in the UK without an additional fellowship. UK trainees are privileged to have a training programme that is held in high esteem across the world, but did you ever wonder what other trainees...

Ophthalmology at a Glance (2nd Edition)

Ophthalmology can feel like an intimidating specialty for medical students and foundation doctors, with a mix of unfamiliar terminology, nuanced presentations and a reliance on visual pattern recognition. This book makes that learning curve feel manageable. It is genuinely ‘easy...

Issues with standard practice: Luer lock syringes in cataract surgery

For a few years, we have worked together with the practice variance surveys to tease out differences in the way we work and to discuss issues that arise. I hope that we have learnt some lessons and reflected on what...

RSM: Training, Transformation, Excellence: The Surgeon’s Cycle of Life

Royal Society of Medicine Training, Transformation, Excellence: The Surgeon’s Cycle of Life

RCOphth Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery - April 26

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery Course

RCOphth Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery Apr 26

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery

RCOphth Glaucoma Simulated Surgery Skills Course Mar 26

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists Glaucoma Simulated Surgery Skills Course

RCOphth (The Royal College of Ophthalmologists) Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery

This one day intense simulation-based surgical training course for manual small incision cataract surgery covers all the crucial steps needed for competence in a cataract procedure which is safe, suitable and sutureless for mature and brunescent cataracts. It is the...

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,...