The first corneal allogenic intrastromal ring segment (CAIRS) surgery in Australia has been performed at the Queensland Eye Institute (QEI), paving the way to better sight for keratoconus patients.
Vision 2020 Australia sets sights on future goals at 21st birthday
More than 60 representatives from the eye health and vision care sector gathered in Canberra last week to mark the 21st anniversary of Vision 2020 Australia with a celebratory dinner. Read more
Corneal erosion more painful than any physical injury for rugby league great
Rugby league legend Wally Lewis has battled through broken arms, and fractured legs and cheekbones, but it was a bout of corneal erosion and dry eye disease that almost brought the Queenslander to his knees. Read more
Ophthalmologist helps ‘demystify’ eye conditions for Mildura doctors
Monash University is implementing a new program to train Mildura-based doctors and medical students in ophthalmology to improve the eye health of local children. Read more
International Myopia Institute appoints new chief scientist
The International Myopia Institute (IMI) has appointed the UK’s Professor James Wolffsohn as its chief scientist, following the retirement of Professor Earl Smith. Read more
The importance of autofluorescence – webinar
Optos is inviting Australian eyecare professionals to take part in a free CPD-accredited webinar focussing on autofluorescence and retinal diseases. Read more
Agreement to strengthen MBS review process and informed financial consent
The Federal Government and the Australian Medical Association (AMA) have agreed to co-design administrative processes for implementing upcoming changes to Medicare and allow patients the time for informed financial consent. Read more
Cataract management webinar series
Cataract management will be the focus of a weekly live webinar series hosted by Zeiss commencing next month, featuring presentations from prominent Australian ophthalmologists and a clinical optometrist. Read more
ECPs can offer COVID-19 vaccine incentives, TGA says
Optometry Australia (OA) is urging caution for practices considering offering gifts or discounts to fully vaccinated patients as part of changes to advertising regulations to support the government’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout. Read more
New paper sheds light on myopia control axial length targets
A new paper comparing axial elongation differences among untreated myopes, myopes fitted with a control contact lens and emmetropes has helped further the understanding of myopia control efficacy in the context of normal childhood eye growth. Read more