Specsavers has named 10 Australian and four New Zealand stores as finalists for the annual Doug Perkins Award. Read more
Clinic with optomap imaging cuts visits by a third
A study conducted at a prominent research university has found patient visits were 28 minutes shorter on average after systemic changes to its workflow, including the implementation of decentralised optomap imaging. Read more
Infrared light could replace injections for macular oedema
A clinical trial at Sydney Eye Hospital is evaluating the safety and efficacy of using infrared light to treat macular oedema from retinal vein occlusions, instead of the current standard treatment of eye injections. Read more
New national standard for labelling dispensed medicines
Eyecare professionals who dispense medication are being urged to familiarise themselves with a new national standard about labelling requirements. Read more
Vale Dr Tony Adams – revered academic optometrist ‘will be missed’
University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry has paid tribute to well-known Australian expatriate Dr Tony Adams, who died on 16 July. Read more
Survey to paint a clearer picture on eyecare nurse workforce
Australia’s nurses are at the centre of a survey that will create a snapshot of the eyecare nurse workforce and shape discussion about their future involvement in the sector. Read more
Run to raise funds for QEI electrodiagnostic machine
Queensland Eye Institute (QEI) ophthalmologist Associate Professor Anthony Kwan is running in the Bridge to Brisbane to raise funds towards a new $150,000 electrodiagnostic machine. Read more
Delta disruption: O=MEGA21 cancelled, Eyecare Plus conference postponed
O=MEGA21 organisers have cancelled the event scheduled for September 2-4 in Melbourne, stating that it would have been unwise to postpone due to ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 lockdowns across Australia. Read more
MDFA responds after NSW health chief says eye checks can be deferred
NSW chief health officer Dr Kerry Chant’s use of eye appointments as an example of activities that can be deferred during the lockdown has prompted the Macular Disease Foundation Australia (MDFA) to warn patients they should seek advice from an eyecare professional first. Read more
Nation’s peak eye bank body rebrands
The Eye Bank Association of Australia and New Zealand (EBAANZ) has redesigned its logo and launched a new look website as part of a rebrand announced this week. Read more