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Prof Bentley is currently the deputy dean of the Faculty of Health at Queensland University of Technology. Image: Sharon Bentley.

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UC Berkeley optometry school appointment for Australian Prof Sharon Bentley

July 15, 2024

Prominent Australian optometry academic Professor Sharon Bentley has been appointed the new dean of the University of California, Berkeley, optometry...

Prof Peter van Wijngaarden will continue his association with CERA as an honorary researcher. Image: Anna Carlile/CERA.

Eye research institutions

Prof Peter van Wijngaarden to lead The Florey brain research centre

by Myles Hume

July 2, 2024

The Centre for Eye Research (CERA)’s deputy director and head of ophthalmic neuroscience, Professor Peter van Wijngaarden, has been appointed...

The Australis Grad multifocal lens became available on 1 July 2024. Image: CR Labs.

Company updates & acquisitions

CR Labs introduces a new entry-level progressive lens: Australis Grad

by Myles Hume

July 2, 2024

Melbourne ophthalmic lens manufacturer CR Labs has released the Australis Grad. The multifocal lens is the latest addition to the...

The report also covers cost considerations for patients when opting for a toric contact lens. Image: Microgen/stock.adobe.com

Contact lenses

Latest soft toric contact lens insights for optometrists

by Myles Hume

July 2, 2024

The inability to tolerate visual disturbances caused by residual astigmatism is a major reason why many patients abandon soft contact...

ColorMatic X is now available in Smoky Grey and Chestnut Brown colours. Image: Rodenstock.

Company updates & acquisitions

Rodenstock introduces its ‘fastest and clearest photochromic lenses yet’

by Myles Hume

July 1, 2024

On July 1 2024, Rodenstock launched its new ColorMatic X photochromic lenses to independent optical market in Australia. According to...

Topcon Healthcare suggests that the new system design can increase workflow, with striking images easily captured by any staff member. Image: Device Technologies.

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Topcon NW500 Non-Mydriatic Retinal Camera arrives in Australia

by Myles Hume

June 27, 2024

Device Technologies is now supplying the latest device from Topcon Healthcare, the NW500 non-mydriatic retinal camera, to the Australian ophthalmic...

The change will allow regulators to issue a statement warning the public about individual practitioners “when there is a serious, unmanaged risk to public health and safety”. Image: mojo_cp/stock.adobe.com.

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National Law changes affecting WA eyecare professionals

by Myles Hume

June 25, 2024

Optometrists and ophthalmologists practising in Western Australia are now being governed by updated laws that bring the state into line...

EYLEA 8 mg is indicated in adults for neovascular age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular
oedema. Image: dragonstock/stock.adobe.com.

Company updates & acquisitions

Eylea 8mg now registered with Australian TGA

by Staff Writer

June 24, 2024

The Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved Eylea 8mg, a higher dose of aflibercept for adults with neovascular aged-related...