Dispensing

In the news

This consultation is to agree on an approved list of eye preparations for inclusion in the Wales General Ophthalmic Services signed order formulary.

Latest from Acuity

In each issue, Acuity poses a topical question to a panel of members.

Research

Member briefing: College research finds that consumers prefer spectacles purchased in UK optometry practices to those bought online.

Using evidence

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.

Position statements

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.

More articles on dispensing

Member briefing: College research finds that consumers prefer spectacles purchased in UK optometry practices to those bought online.

The College's position on blue blocking spectacle lenses.

A panel of College members grapple with a controversial question

The College's position on buying spectacles online.

The College's position on ready-made spectacles.

Neil Handley, Curator of the BOA Museum at the College, shares some interesting facts on the evolution of spectacles.