This sets out proposed new care models for glaucoma patients in order to better utilise primary care capacity, while still maintaining patient safety.
The College of Optometrists has published updated learning outcomes for the three glaucoma higher qualifications it accredits: the Professional Certificate in Glaucoma, the Higher Certificate in Glaucoma, and the Professional Diploma in Glaucoma.
In each issue, Acuity poses a topical question on a tricky scenario to a panel of members.
Clinical files: What impact should a patient's home genetics test have on my clinical decision-making?
Read the guidance on examining patients at risk from glaucoma
This member briefing covers the guideline on Glaucoma: diagnosis and management
Find out more about getting a College-accredited higher qualification in glaucoma.
More information for patients on glaucoma, including a directory to find their nearest optometrist member.
A focus on gonioscopy, and how the technique will be used in the future.
The work of the OLGA clinic at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital.
Articles in this issue cover: An optometric-led glaucoma assessment service, colour coding in the identification of lens power in optometric practice , a review of soft contact lens solutions and an Introduction to Psychiatry; Part 2
An understanding of the effects of glaucoma surgery on vision and ocular comfort has also led to a modification of surgical techniques.
The iCARE is a rebound tonometer that does not require the use of an anaesthetic.
Articles cover: laser treatment, advances in the surgical management of glaucoma, equipment for domicilary work and the Guide Dog Partnership.
This article looks at how the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma have changed over the years.
Kieran Loft on his last stint at Acuity, and other changes in optometry.
Should optometrists be telling their glaucoma patients to give up yoga and quit coffee, or concentrate on more general lifestyle changes instead? Jo Waters asks three leading experts.
What ocular complications does Ehlers-Danlos cause and how should optometrists treat patients with this condition? Léa Surugue reports.
Adrian O’Dowd looks at how large-scale, digitised and sophisticated data in optometry is helping to improve care.
Eye health issues that are making the news.