Safe and effective integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into clinical practice requires an informed, evidence-based approach.
From shaping eye care’s future to championing road safety, AI innovation, and inclusive learning – we made an impactful start to 2025.
Podcast: College Clinical Advisers Dr Paramdeep Bilkhu MCOptom and Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom MBE discuss the highlights of 2025 and what to expect in 2026.
Dr Pearse Keane discusses AI applications in eyecare, including: basic concepts; language models; challenges and progress so far; Google DeepMind; and more.
Chris Steele FCOptom, Clinical Editor of Acuity, wants to make 2026 smarter and leaner
The glaucoma expert on his research and educating the next generation.
A glance at what’s happening in the world of technology.
We have responded to the Department of Health and Social Care consultation on 'Healthcare regulation: deciding when statutory regulation is appropriate.'
The consultation covered OCT use in diabetic retinopathy referral, shared decision making for cataract surgery, and glaucoma referral criteria.
Eye health issues that are making the news.
Dr Louise Terry MCOptom on how her own experience of myopia is informing innovative ways to manage the condition in children.
This article summarises the key findings of a survey taken by members of the College of Optometrists investigating changes in clinical optometric practice in the UK as a result of the pandemic including the challenges and benefits identified.
This article reviews the research into digital technology innovation and home monitoring in the management of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma.
From the start of the first lockdown in March 2020, teaching in higher education saw a significant move to online learning. How has this impacted the postgraduate independent prescribing programme?