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.
Can you refuse to see a patient who keeps taking his prescription elsewhere?
Your practice supplies glasses based on a prescription from another practice. What do you do if your patient is having problems seeing with them?
Non tolerance to an outside prescription. What would you do?
Dispensing of a complex prescription in your absence.
In the September issue of Optometry in Practice, we discuss the importance of establishing a new framework for eye care in special schools
This article provides optometrists with a framework to meet the eye care needs of children with significant learning disabilities.
The Deputy Chair of CET Approvers at the GOC on specialising in contact lenses and his decision to sell his independent practice.
Joining your local optical committee is good for you – and the future of optometry.
Jo Waters asks what optometrists need to consider when seeing LGBT+ patients, and how to make your practice more welcoming.
The College celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Understanding patient psychology will enable more satisfying consultation experiences – and more appropriate treatment outcomes, says Carina Bailey.
COVID-19: Electronic review forms now available