‘The MiniPAC series is just one example of Specsavers commitment to continuing professional development for our clinicians. ‘A consistent theme was the development of Trusted Experts, encouraging confidence in clinical decision-making and a strong focus on evidence-based, patient-centred care.’ ‘The strength of MiniPAC lies in its blend of learning, collaboration and real-world application, helping clinicians deliver better outcomes for patients.’
As World Glaucoma Week (8–14 March) shines a light on one of the fastest‑growing threats to sight, leading clinicians are calling for urgent action to address what some are describing as a looming ‘tsunami of glaucoma’ in England.
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.
Specsavers welcomes proposals to require DHSC to direct ICBs to commission uniform glaucoma services delivered by qualified community optometrists.
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,
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.
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.
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.
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.
Benefits, risks and clinical considerations of ‘drop-free’ cataract surgery
