Dementia

Research

Member briefing: This page explains the key findings of the PrOVIDe study and sets out how this knowledge might benefit you in practice.

Guidance

Guidance for optometrists on examining patients with dementia or other acquired cognitive impairment.

Additional guidance

Tips for making the eye examination easier and more successful for you, your practice, and for patients with dementia.

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Eye health issues that are making the news.

More articles on dementia

Despite compulsory safeguarding training every two years, optometrists can still feel unsure of their duties. Kathy Oxtoby looks at what to do if you suspect a patient requires safeguarding.

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This article provides guidance on the optometric assessment and management of patients with posterior cortical atrophy.

Jane Veys looks at overcoming the barriers that prevent good eye care

New research has found links between the severity of visual impairment and the risk of dementia. Kathy Oxtoby asks: how can optometrists play a greater role in supporting patients with these conditions?

Eye health issues that are making the news.

Natalie Healey explores how optometrists can support the diagnosis and management of cerebral visual impairment.

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Kathy Oxtoby asks how optometrists can communicate effectively with patients who cannot verbally communicate.

You are concerned about another practitioner offering tests to predict patients more likely to develop dementia. What do you do?

The College celebrates its 40th anniversary.