This consultation is to agree on an approved list of eye preparations for inclusion in the Wales General Ophthalmic Services signed order formulary.
In this guest column, Kevin Gutsell, President of ABDO, reflects on how closely aligned the professions have become – and must continue to be – as the eye care landscape evolves.
Member briefing: College research finds that consumers prefer spectacles purchased in UK optometry practices to those bought online.
Blue-blocking spectacle lenses are claimed to offer retinal protection, reduce eye fatigue and improve sleep quality. This document sets out a summary of evidence.
The College's position on ready-made spectacles.
The College's position on buying spectacles online.
The College's position on blue blocking spectacle lenses.
Online eyewear sales surged during Covid-19. With many patients still opting to buy online, says Helen Bird, how can optometrists reassert their value and help to drive dispensing back in store?
Clinical files: Can I prescribe and supply cyclopentolate to patients affected by uveitis?
This online CPD course will help you consider the advice you give patients about products and treatments.
How do clinicians choose between generic and branded drugs, balancing the need for patient safety against cost? Kathy Oxtoby takes a look.
Clinical files: Can I supply prescription only medicines to my patients from my practice?
Clinical files: Who can sign for a copy of a prescription if the original locum no longer works at our practice?
We've issued a statement in response to the GOC's call for evidence to review the Opticians Act (1989).
The College proposes 13 key changes to help minimise the risk of healthcare-associated infections and ensure the guidance remains aligned with the four Nations' public health advice.
We have responded to the DHSC consultation on revoking vaccination as a condition of deployment across all health and social care.
We have responded to the GOC consultation on the illegal supply of eye care services and optical appliances.
Heart attacks transiently increase in number when the clocks go forward. Diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma can interfere with the body’s sleep-wake cycles. Becky McCall examines the relationship between the eye and sleep.
Exciting opportunities abound for the optical profession in the new Health and Care Bill, but there are caveats too, reports Jo Waters.