Optometry Australia
A black and white case? Snellen acuity and cataract surgery
Australia’s eyecare profession is clear about how much weight should be given to 6/12 visual acuity when determining a patient’s ...
COVID lockdowns: In-person routine eyecare off limits across swathes of Australia
Thousands of optometrists across four states and territories have had varying limits placed on their ability to practise as Australia ...
Keeping an eye on the sky
A pilot's suitability to fly can often hinge on the assessment of an eyecare professional. While optometrists play a key ...
Going green: sustainability in the optical sector
Corporate commitment to environmental sustainability in optical manufacturing is on the rise, and it’s having a trickle-down effect to greener ...
Optometry Australia unveils three-year plan
Optometry Australia (OA) is planning to expand its education programs internationally to showcase the contribution optometrists make to Australian eye ...
CPD on offer in upcoming OCT-A webinar
Sydney medical retina specialist Dr Robert Chong is presenting a Zeiss-hosted webinar where he will offer practical advice on embedding ...
Fears new buying group could limit patient freedom
The creep of US-style managed care in Australia and reduced competition in the optical market are among major concerns raised ...
Supply debate reignites as optometry boasts strong employment rate
New figures have revealed that optometry graduates have among the highest rates of full-time employment compared with other sectors, sparking ...
Virtual conference attracts new allies in second year
Optometry Australia (OA) has announced it is hosting the Optometry Virtually Connected (OVC) conference for a second consecutive year, after ...