Optical dispensers can be influential in maintaining workplace safety and protecting the vision of workers through eyewear, ACOD director CHEDY KALACH explains. Read more
A one way ticket home
A Tamworth native has brought specialist training in retinal diseases and uveitis acquired at a world-class UK eye hospital back home where it’s needed most. Read more
Enduring products, enduring service
BOC Ophthalmic Instruments managing director TONY COSENTINO explains why he operates his distribution business on the knowledge that customers will ultimately remember him for the service, not the sale.
An Aussie orthoptist working in global public health
STUART KEEL became interested in public health while witnessing stark eye health inequalities as part of the first national eye health survey. The experience has taken his career to the headquarters of the WHO. Read more
Change agents: educating parents about myopia
Research estimates myopia will affect 50% of the world by 2050, and recent COVID lockdowns appear to have only worsened the situation. As more patients – and their parents – seek effective interventions, practitioners should prepare to meet this oncoming public health demand. Read more
A pivotal opportunity to transform Australia’s eye health
One of the most important presentations at this year’s 52nd RANZCO Congress was the launch of the college’s Vision 2030 and Beyond plan to overcome Australia’s long-standing and complex eye health equity issues. Read more
Independent optometry ownership: a sound investment
More younger practitioners are seeking fulfilment in their careers through independent optometry practice ownership. PHILIP ROSE explains how Eyecare Plus can help aspiring business owners with the transition. Read more
Retinal imaging with confidence
A market-leading retinal imaging device was the final instrument Western Australian optometrist ADRIAN ROSSITER needed to modernise his equipment suite. He discusses using the device in an optometry setting. Read more
Accelerating treatments for IRDs – A/Prof Fred Chen
Researchers, including myself, at Lions Eye Institute (LEI) are developing treatments for genetic eye diseases, including gene replacement therapies for Usher syndrome and novel drugs for retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and Stargardt disease. Read more
Turning our attention to age-related macular degeneration – Specsavers
As part of Macula Month, DR JOSEPH PAUL, head of professional services at Specsavers, reveals data and insights on macular degeneration and discusses the organisation’s long-term plans to improve vision and health outcomes for patients with the condition. Read more