20 November 2025
The College welcomes new Fellows at our annual Diploma Ceremony
We welcomed 11 new Life and Honorary Fellows and three new Fellowships by Portfolio.
Stephen Perry Clark FCOptom
The College has awarded a posthumous Life Fellowship to Stephen Perry Clark, a distinguished optometrist whose 40-year career combined clinical excellence, professional leadership and service to vulnerable populations.
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John Dixon Salt FCOptom
As a founding College Fellow, John Dixon Salt enjoyed a long career in independent practice before retiring in 2019.
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Richard Edwards FCOptom
Richard Edwards recently retired as consultant to the Optical Consumer Complaints Service (OCCS), concluding a distinguished 40-year career in optics.
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Professor Edward Mallen FCOptom
Professor Edward Mallen is Professor of Physiological Optics at the University of Bradford and has contributed extensively to the College as Chair of its Research Committee, President and Chief Examiner.
David O’Sullivan OBE FCOptom
David O’Sullivan is Chief Optometric Adviser to the Welsh Government.
Dr Mary-Ann Sherratt FCOptom
Dr Mary-Ann Sherratt is Head of Optometry at Bristol Eye Hospital. Dr Sherratt has also served as President and Chair of the Board of Trustees of the College.
Marsha de Cordova MP HonFCOptom
Marsha de Cordova is the Labour MP for Battersea, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Eye Health and Visual Impairment, a former Lambeth councillor, and a long-standing champion of disability rights.
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Cecilia Fenerty HonFCOptom
Cecilia Fenerty has made an exceptional contribution to ophthalmology and optometry through her work at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital (MREH), where she has served as a consultant ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist.
Andrew Kitchen HonFCOptom
Andrew Kitchen is Chief Finance Officer at Insight Investment and has served as a co-opted Lay Trustee of the College of Optometrists, contributing actively to the Audit and Pay and Awards Committees.
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Helen Perkins HonFCOptom
Helen Perkins recently retired from her role as Clerk of the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers where she oversaw all aspects of the Company’s operations.
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Liz Tomlin HonFCOptom
Liz Tomlin is Head Orthoptist at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and also serves as a BIOS Trustee.
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Kristen (Kris) Cottier FCOptom
Kris Cottier has made an outstanding and sustained contribution to optometry through clinical excellence, educational leadership, and service development across South East London and further. His leadership exemplifies his vision, innovation, and dedication to patient care and the profession.
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David Jameson FCOptom
David Jameson has made an exceptional contribution to the education, training, and professional development of optometrists across the UK. His commitment to excellence and his influential leadership in education and workforce development have left a lasting legacy on the profession.
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Dr Sheeraz Janjua FCOptom
Sheeraz Janjua exemplifies clinical excellence, academic achievement, and entrepreneurial innovation in optometry. His enduring commitment to patient-centred practice, lifelong learning, and community-focused innovation embodies the highest standards of The College of Optometrists Fellowship.
Dr Gillian Rudduck MCOptom, President of The College of Optometrists
“I’d like to extend my congratulations on behalf of the College to our new Fellows. Fellowship of The College of Optometrists recognises exceptional individuals for their dedication, expertise and contribution to the profession of optometry and eye care sector.”