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.
MP applauds Vision Care’s impact
Leicester South MP Shockat Adam has seen first-hand how opticians are changing the lives of people affected by homelessness. Marking World Homeless Day, he paid a visit to an eye health clinic operated by the charity Vision Care in his constituency.
Specsavers clinicians and teams named as Optician Awards 2025 finalists
Specsavers is celebrating after its clinicians and teams have been recognised across several categories in this year’s prestigious Optician Awards.
Improving access to care for people experiencing homelessness recognised
The dedication of community optometry and audiology to improving healthcare access for people experiencing homelessness has been recognised at a major retail awards event.
Understanding drop-free cataract surgery: benefits, risks, and clinical considerations
Benefits, risks and clinical considerations of ‘drop-free’ cataract surgery
Community optometry delivering glaucoma care
The Glaucoma Enhanced Referral Service (GERS) in Greater Manchester, run by Primary Eye Care Services, exemplifies how community services support patients and the NHS.
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