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Typical and atypical optic neuritis – diagnosis and initial management
1 June 2016
| Srilakshmi Sharma, M Isabel Leite
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Neuro-Ophthalmology
Optic neuritis is a relatively common presentation to ophthalmologists in the acute setting. The vast majority are cases of ‘typical’ optic neuritis (ON) but a smaller group of conditions, so-called, ‘atypical’ optic neuritides require a different work-up and management strategy....
SPOKE launches Indicative Guidance for contact lens opticians and independent prescribers
The Sector Partnership for Optical Knowledge and Education (SPOKE) has published two new Indicative Guidance documents.25 years of OCT
David Huang first described optical coherence tomography (OCT) in 1991, in his seminal paper on the subject in Science. This method developed the work of others on ophthalmic interferometry, which essentially showed that measuring reflected light could be used to...Patient safety – is this achieved in optometry with CET?
1 August 2018
| Janet Pooley
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Optometry
Collecting points and ticking boxes – as we come to the end of another three year cycle of continuing education and training (CET), the rush to ensure that everything has been completed on the myGOC (General Optical Council) dashboard feels...
Practical Handbook of OCT (Retina, Choroid, Glaucoma)
With the rapid development and expansion in the usage of optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology there is always demand for a new OCT publication on the bookshelves. The operation and acquisition skills required are more easily acquired than for the...Neuro-ophthalmology: the extended role of an orthoptist
Neuro-ophthalmology has always been a speciality of interest during my studies and now in my career. In 2018, I started a Band 7 post which gave me an extended role in neuro-ophthalmology and the responsibility of developing an orthoptic led...The Retinal Atlas (2nd Edition)
1 August 2017
| Shirley Hancock
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Retina / Uvea / Vitreous
Those readers familiar with the first edition of The Retinal Atlas will appreciate the comprehensive nature of this publication, and this latest version incorporates retinal images generated by recently developed imaging technology. As the title suggests, this hardcover version is...
Help provide a free eyecare service in Edinburgh to those affected by homelessness
We're thrilled to share that this summer marks a milestone for VCHP as we prepare to open our 10th clinic, a momentous occasion heralded by our inaugural venture into Scotland.Canon Medical announces Sense Medical as new UK distributor
25 January 2023
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Contracts & Distributors
Canon Medical Systems Europe today announced that it has signed an agreement with Sense Medical to be the official exclusive distributor of their ophthalmic eye care products within the United Kingdom and Ireland.
New runners inspired by London Marathon warned to consider their eye health amid thousands of sign-ups ahead of the event
Runners and would-be runners have been urged to ensure they have considered the best options for their eyesight if they are inspired to be more active by this year’s London Marathon.Optic nerve swelling – your survival guide (part 2)
1 December 2017
| Ali Yagan
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Neuro-Ophthalmology
In this second article we will discuss bilateral optic nerve swelling, its aetiology, various investigations and possible treatments. We will also discuss various protocols used in the management of suspected optic nerve swelling cases. (Part one of this topic available...