Specsavers welcomes proposals to require DHSC to direct ICBs to commission uniform glaucoma services delivered by qualified community optometrists.
Glaucoma cases forecast to increase, according to new report
Paul Morris, Director of Professional Advancement at Specsavers, comments on new research that sets out how and why glaucoma cases are predicted to increase in the coming decades,
Next Steps for Optometry: Development, Digital and Diagnostics with AI
THE role of AI in optometry will be the spotlight at 100% Optical – with leaders from Specsavers joined by AI pioneers on the main stage.
Utilising community eye and hearing care to achieve national health goals
The 10 Year Plan for the NHS in England in 2025 was a milestone. But inconsistent NHS commissioning is a barrier to unleashing the full potential of our sector. Here’s what Specsavers is doing to improve access to care for patients.
Eye and hearing health clinic in Parliament
Community optometrists and audiologists staffed the drop-in clinic, using an OCT machine, a virtual reality headset simulating sight loss, a hearing screener and a digital otoscope.
AI and audiology
AI is transforming audiology – helping prevent, diagnose, and treat hearing issues. Specsavers chief audiologist Gordon Harrison considers the implications.
Earwax removal: improve access for patients
Action is needed to improve access to earwax removal and regulation to ensure patients can access high-quality care closer to home, says report.
Unlocking the full potential of community optometry to support the NHS
A new report highlights that community glaucoma services, when commissioned, can cut hospital eye visits by roughly 50%, potentially freeing up 300,000 hospital appointments in England.
Expand NHS community eye and hearing care to boost patient access
Health leaders are urging the government to build on successful models of local care models to improve access to care for patients and support economic growth.
Community optometry and audiology well placed to support NHS shift
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting has signalled a shift for the NHS, moving from hospital-based care to high street services.
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