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
At the completion of this CPD activity, optometrists will have developed their knowledge of treatment options for severe dry eye disease. Including:
NOTE: Optomery Australia members can enter their details at the bottom of this article to have it automatically added to their Learning Plan. Read more
At the completion of this CPD activity, optometrists will have developed their knowledge of glaucoma management. Including:
NOTE: Optomery Australia members can enter their details at the bottom of this article to have it automatically added to their Learning Plan.
Sequential bilateral cataract surgery has been in the spotlight in recent months, prompting discussion around the risks and benefits of immediate versus delayed surgery. Insight explores both sides of the argument.
This is a question STEVEN DARAS ponders, as he becomes increasingly concerned that his once-proud profession is straying away from its roots, diluted to become another form of retailing. Read more
Former Orthoptics Australia president MARION RIVERS outlines her ambition for a gold standard vision screening program for pre-schoolers across the whole of Australia. Read more
Corporate responsibility has been anchored in the Zeiss business mindset since its foundation. Insight examines how its historic principles are living up to its commitments to Australasian employees and the environment in 2022. Read more
As he calls it a day, CHARLES HORNOR recounts the moment he and Peter Larsen sent an email to Specsavers, triggering a wave of momentum that continues 16 years on.
Many independent optometry practices struggle to convert web browsing consumers into fully fledged customers because their websites are neither optimised for patient acquisition, nor are they regularly updated. But a new strategic alliance between ProVision and EyeCarePro is working to overcome that in Australia. Read more
The pandemic and our response to it has impacted all facets of life. In particular, the sweeping bans on elective surgery have had a devastating impact on community health, none more so than cataract surgery. As we know, this is a quick, highly effective means to reverse blindness.