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Optical coherence tomography – reinventing the eye examination

1 October 2016 | | EYE - Vitreo-Retinal, EYE - Imaging
It has been 25 years since Huang et al. presented the first optical coherence tomography (OCT) images in Science [1]. With vast improvements in OCT technology over the years, it is now possible to acquire high-resolution cross-sectional images of the...

How effective is nurse-led telephone preassessment for cataract surgery?

25 July 2023 | | EYE - Cataract, EYE - Refractive
Cataract surgery is the most frequently performed surgical procedure in the UK [1]. The demand for cataract surgery is projected to increase with ageing population, and the recent pandemic has further contributed to the extended waiting times in the UK....

Two cases of acute syphilitic posterior placoid chorioretinitis

4 December 2025 | | EYE - Imaging, EYE - Vitreo-Retinal
Syphilis has re-emerged as a significant public health concern, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that 8 million adults aged 15–49 acquired syphilis in 2022. Untreated syphilis can have severe consequences, including cardiovascular, neurological and ocular complications. Ocular manifestations...

SOC welcomes registrations and poster submissions for September meeting

27 July 2021
The theme of the Scottish Ophthalmological Club spring meeting on 23 September is ‘Post COVID – The Best of Times and The Worst of Times', featuring eminent speakers on a range of topics.

UK Lens Manufacturer HOYA announces partnership with Orbis UK

20 February 2023
The Vision Care company joins forces with charity to fight avoidable blindness in India.

New runners inspired by London Marathon warned to consider their eye health amid thousands of sign-ups ahead of the event

21 April 2023 | london, marathon, eyecare, eye health, optometrist
Runners and would-be runners have been urged to ensure they have considered the best options for their eyesight if they are inspired to be more active by this year’s London Marathon.

New SpaMedica site opens in Bexhill-on-Sea

2 June 2023 | spamedica, infrastructure, Cataract surgery
SpaMedica, which specialises in NHS cataract surgery and YAG capsulotomy, will help to significantly reduce waiting times for East Sussex patients.

Requirements guidance issued as optometry contract for Wales comes into force

25 October 2023 | regulations, Wales, WGOS, EHEW, NHS Wales, optometry
Optometry Wales outlines new rules for practitioners practising in Wales.

Pioneering Moorfields and Guy’s and St Thomas’ study tackles visual snow

22 November 2023 | visual snow, Sui Wong, MBCT, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
A new study by a team from Moorfields Eye Hospital and Guy’s and St Thomas’ will examine the role of mindfulness in potentially helping people who have visual snow syndrome.

ABDO launches new course in paediatric eyecare

17 October 2024 | education, training, events, courses, Paediatric, optometry, optometrist, Dispensing optician
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has launched a new professional certificate in paediatric eyecare that will enable eyecare practitioners to develop advanced skills and knowledge in relation to many different aspects of paediatric eyecare, including myopia management. The...

Glaucoma and cataract CPD sessions for optometrists and dispensing opticians at 100% Optical

14 February 2025 | ISP, independent, industry, 100%, meetings, events, glaucoma, cataract, CPD, training, education
The importance of ophthalmology and optometry working together to transform care for patients with conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma will come under the spotlight at 100% Optical. NHS ophthalmology provider Newmedica is hosting a series of continuing professional development...

Optoversity Challenge draws 12 universities together

27 February 2025 | charity, Vision Care for Homeless People, VCHP, fundraising, trainees, medical school, students, opportunities, competition
Out of the Box Optic’s Optoversity Challenge 2025 has brought 95 students from 12 UK universities together to take part in the exciting competition. The annual event – now in its ninth year – is a major fundraiser for Vision...