Optometry Today

2 days ago | aop.org.uk | Kimberley Young

Kaye is a GP and presenter, and the author of titles including: Doctors Get Cancer Too, a memoir about her experience of receiving a diagnosis of bowel cancer at 39 years old, along with The Science of Menopause, and The M Word: Everything you need to know about the menopause. OT found out more about what eye health and vision mean to her, and why a particular burgundy frame is her favourite. How many pairs of spectacles or sunglasses do you own?

2 days ago | aop.org.uk | Kimberley Young

More than 11,000 visitors attended 100% Optical at the ExCeL London from 1-3 March. Of the attendees, 32% were from independent practice, 17% from a multiple practice, and 8% were from boutique practices. Another 9% were from private healthcare or hospital settings.

2 days ago | aop.org.uk | Kimberley Young

A new pathway offering cataract services has opened in Herefordshire, aiming to provide a "local and personal touch" while addressing long waiting times. The Border Health Alliance (BHA) was formed from an ambition of local eye consultants and optometrists to "work together to reduce NHS cataract surgery waiting times" for Herefordshire patients.

3 days ago | aop.org.uk | Kimberley Young

Optometrists in Wales will be able to certify vision impairment for all types of eye conditions in adults from 11 June 2025, a joint statement from NHS Wales Shared Services partnership and Optometry Wales has confirmed. The move marks a first across the UK and is expected to improve support for people with sight loss, as well as easing pressure on hospital eye departments.

3 days ago | aop.org.uk | Kimberley Young