We are advising people against wearing novelty cosmetic contact lenses this Halloween, unless they have been supplied by an optometrist.

For the very last issue of Optometry in Practice, Professor Jonathan Jackson MCOptom reflects on the past two decades of the journal and its contribution to our learning.

This paper explores trends in where patients seek information on contact lenses, who has the most influence on their decision making and the perceived importance of the patient–practitioner relationship.

Expanded Optometry Tomorrow 2024 offers a bumper weekend of lectures and hands-on workshops for eye care professionals.

Online CPD courses for optometrists on the topic of contact lenses

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The recorded webinar by Dr Manbir Nagra MCOptom covers a summary of recent developments in the field of contact lenses and considers the groundwork required to ensure optometrists are prepared for the expected changes.

This online CPD course will help you consider the advice you give patients about products and treatments.

This online course helps you practise a range of communication skills that are required for patient consultations, including listening, involving patients in decision making, breaking bad news and handling complaints.

In this recorded webinar, Katie Harrop MCOptom introduces you to the use of scleral lenses for the normal or regular eye and the benefits and limitations of using them.

The College of Optometrists has issued a statement in response to news reports that many soft contact lenses in the US contain compounds called fluoropolymers, which are also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Have your paper included in a special issue of OPO, the College's leading international research journal.