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Deadline approaching for Edinburgh scholarship applications

The University of Edinburgh has opened applications for scholarships to its two online courses, the MSc in Primary Care Ophthalmology and the ChM in Clinical Ophthalmology.

OSCAR for anterior approach ptosis surgery

The authors report an International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Ophthalmology Surgical Competency Assessment Rubric (OSCAR) for anterior approach ptosis surgery. An international panel of content experts, representing Australia, India, Iran, Italy, Turkey, United Kingdom and the United States of America...

Factors associated with inferior oblique transposition surgery and occurrence of anti-elevation syndrome

The purpose of this study was to correlate the frequency of anti-elevation syndrome (AES) with the magnitude of the anterior transposition of the inferior oblique. This was a retrospective study of 312 eyes of 170 patients. Mean age at surgery...

A social media triumph for Ukraine

Following the outbreak of the war in Ukraine in February last year, the charity Ophthalmic Aid to Eastern Europe (OAEE) set about trying to gather ophthalmic equipment and supplies for Ukraine.

Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers awards silver Fincham medal to Professor Shahina Pardhan

The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers has demonstrated its continuing support for research by awarding its prestigious Silver Medal to Professor Shahina Pardhan, the UK’s first female Professor of Optometry, and by renewing its commitment to further medal awards for academic and clinical achievement.

Emergency, Acute and Rapid Access Ophthalmology

There are two parts to the book; the first section makes up the bulk to the textbook and covers clinical aspects of emergency ophthalmology, and the second discusses the management and organisation of an emergency and rapid access service. Part...

Optegra announces programme of engaging CPD events for healthcare community

Optegra continues to strengthen its commitment to clinical excellence and community partnership by announcing a series of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) events throughout 2026, open to any health care professionals in optometry. Taking place across a range of dates and...

The Neuro-Ophthalmology Survival Guide, 3rd Edition

Neuro-ophthalmology, a challenging ophthalmic subspecialty, demands an understanding of neuro-anatomical pathways, nuanced examination and advanced imaging. For ophthalmology trainees, foundation doctors, neurologists and emergency clinicians, it can feel daunting to frequently encounter optic neuritis, visual field defects and cranial nerve...

Intravitreal injections delivered by ophthalmic clinical nurse specialists

Intravitreal injections of the anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) agent ranibizumab, for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) was approved by National Institute for Health & Care Excellence (NICE) in 2008 [1]. The Manchester Royal Eye Hospital (MREH),...

Revolutionising eyecare: Gloucestershire’s Community Ophthalmic Link delivers nationally significant results

Ophthalmology is the largest outpatient specialty in the NHS, and in Gloucestershire, it is growing at an annual rate of 2.55%, outpacing other specialties. However, rising demand has led to significant waiting lists, often resulting in patients not being seen...

The screening and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity

A male child is born at 31 weeks and requires 100% oxygen supplementation with intensive care. What would be the ophthalmic management of this child? In the first instance, it will be useful to know the screening criteria and protocol....

Newer generation IOL platforms designed for high-quality visual performance after cataract surgery

Expanding intraocular lens (IOL) capabilities provide broadening options, ranging from next-generation monofocal IOLs for basic cataract surgery, to specialised premium IOLs for lens-based presbyopia correction and astigmatism correction at the time of cataract surgery. Rod McNeil considers several newer alternative...