The new discipline of oculomics uses machine learning to detect biomarkers of systemic health in the eye. Kim Thomas asks: how does it work, what are its ethical implications, and will it be the future of the profession?
Remote consultations were seen as a short-term pandemic solution, but they look like they’re here to stay. Steve Smethurst looks at the benefits of tele-optometry and the video software optometrists should consider.
A glance at what’s happening in the world of technology.
Here we summarise three research papers from a recent issue of Optometry in Practice.
Daniel Hardiman-McCartney on harnessing the momentum generated in response to the pandemic.
As coordinator of the Vision Loss Expert Group, Professor Rupert Bourne has helped international bodies access accurate population-based data about eye health. Now he’s turning his attention closer to home.
Key facts about the effects of UV radiation (UVR) on the eye
Adrian O’Dowd looks at how large-scale, digitised and sophisticated data in optometry is helping to improve care.
Podcast: The College hosted a webinar in January 2021 with a panel of representatives from The College, ABDO,AOP, FODO and GOC, answering questions from practitioners on the national lockdown.
Our Clinical Adviser comments on a new study that small increases in air pollution are linked to an increased risk of AMD.
The GOC has launched a consultation on its new draft Speaking Up guidance, designed to support registrants to speak up about concerns, particularly those affecting patient and public safety.