First developed 30 years ago, Crizal lenses have set the standard of anti-reflection coatings. Essilor has now improved the portfolio with new lens coating technology that, among other features, have improved the resistance of its lenses. Read more
Atropine for myopia control: science and practice
At the completion of this CPD activity, optometrists will have developed their knowledge of atropine as a treatment for myopia management. Including:
- Understand the clinical rationale for the use of low-concentration atropine in the treatment of myopia
- Understand the clinical safety and efficacy profiles of atropine
- Explain to parents and patients the value of atropine intervention
- Understand the clinical treatment protocols of atropine
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
Axial length matters in myopia management
At the completion of this CPD activity, optometrists will have developed their knowledge of axial length measurement in myopia management. Including:
- Understand the role of axial length as a predictor for myopic pathology
- Understand how the rate of axial length growth differs between emmetropes and myopes
- Discern the rationale for the use of axial length growth charts to determine the potential risk of myopia in paediatric patients
- Be acquainted with the main axial length measurement methods.
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
Covering all bases of myopia management
Myopia’s prevalence has spawned all-new innovation and unexpected collaborations. One of those is a three-way company alliance promising Australian optometrists a new one-two approach to myopia management. Read more
Against the odds: opening a greenfield practice in Sydney’s east
Optometrist DANIEL TRACTON took a calculated risk in opening a greenfield practice in the middle of a lockdown last year in a highly competitive, upmarket Sydney demographic. It’s an experience he describes as not for the faint-hearted. Read more
Sunshades Eyewear – taking it to the eyewear heavyweights
Sunshades Eyewear was established 52 years ago by pregnant Bondi woman Betty Lasse who was small in stature but with a formidable personality. Today, her son runs the $50 million Australian business that is going toe-to-toe with the global eyewear giants. Read more
A pandemic-influenced care model – Cathy Lewis
COVID-19 has forced the eyecare sector to establish new care models that give equal consideration to timely access and safety, as Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne chief orthoptist CATHY LEWIS writes. Read more
How vital are qualified optical dispensers? – Steven Daras (Part 1)
Many dispensers don’t realise the value they can bring to an optical practice, stifling their career growth. In part one of his series, STEVEN DARAS explains why they’re the business’ powerhouse. Read more
The future of glaucoma detection and monitoring
Glaucoma affects an estimated 300,000 Australians but half of them don’t know it. Early detection is considered vital to prevent irreversible vision loss and blindness. Read more
‘Made in Japan’ lenses a unique premium offering
Tokai Optical is a proud Japanese ophthalmic lens company with a long history, however it’s a relative newcomer to the Australian optical market. That isn’t stopping the company from making a mark on the local independent scene with its premium lens portfolio. Read more