Selina Powell

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how blind golf can offer hope to older people experiencing sight loss

1 week ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell

A stubborn question has lodged itself in the mind of optometrist, practice director and golfer, Neil Donnelly. He knows that up and down the country, optometrists are making small talk with patients about golf. He also knows that many older golfers are losing sight. What if these optometrists could connect these patients to a network that offers sport, companionship and a sense of community? "I want every optometry practice to be aware of this," Donnelly shared with OT.
A contact lens to help the wearer see in the dark

1 week ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell
Professional development as a locum optometrist

1 week ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell
How to make a good first and last impression

2 weeks ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell

Attending a new practice as a locum optometrist can be a nerve-wracking experience. Locum optometrists must quickly become familiar with new processes and equipment while at the same time trying to make a good impression on practice staff and patients. What should locum optometrists keep in mind when stepping through the door of an unfamiliar practice? And what steps can they take at the end of the day to reinforce a positive impression with practice staff?
Northern Ireland

2 weeks ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell

Delegates to the National Optical Conference in Birmingham received an overview of different approaches to primary care optometry within the UK and Ireland (18-19 May, Hilton Birmingham Metropole). From progress on eye examination reimbursement in Scotland to contract changes in Wales, OT outlines some of the key points from the discussion.
Guidance published in response to technical difficulties with PCSE Online

2 weeks ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell
A snapshot of LOC activity across England

2 weeks ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell

Delegates to the National Optical Conference in Birmingham were provided with a snapshot of local optical committee activity across England (18-19 May, Hilton Birmingham Metropole). LOC representatives from different regions detailed both the opportunities and challenges facing optical professionals in their areas.
lifestyle lessons

2 weeks ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell

This year's Myopia Awareness Week (May 19-25) focuses on lifestyle habits that can help to maintain healthy sight. Myopia Awareness Week encourages members of the public to adopt four essential habits for myopia prevention and management - including daily outdoor time as well as healthy screen and near-work habits.
the cost conversation

2 weeks ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell

This year's Myopia Awareness Week (May 19-25) has the theme 'Screens down, eyes up.'The annual campaign focuses on lifestyle habits that children and young people can adopt to help delay the onset of myopia and reduce progression. To mark the week, OT spoke to optometrists about key issues in myopia management. Below, practitioners share their insight on navigating cost considerations in practice.
Lessons in leadership in volatile times

2 weeks ago | aop.org.uk | Selina Powell

Around 250 local optical committee members gathered at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole for the National Optical Conference (18-19 May). Opening the conference, Local Optical Committee Support Unit (LOCSU) chair, Dr Joy Tweed, paid tribute to the work of optical professionals leading change in their communities. "There's great innovation that is taking place, and we look forward to learning more over the next couple of days," she said.