"Patients are delighted to have shorter waiting times," says Owain Mealing at Davies and Jones Optometrists. We spoke to range of optometrists working in Wales who are providing extended services in the community. Read ➡️ https://t.co/bFOowNrJe4 #OT

Through September and October we will be meeting first year student optometrists during welcome weeks at universities across the UK! Follow out Instagram account to stay updated with our journey https://t.co/Y7MRLunFtm

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We caught up with Pamela Robertson, owner of Angus Optix, to talk to her about a typical day in practice. From morning admin alongside Stan the Hungarian vizsla to evenings working on her glaucoma qualification. Read more 👉 https://t.co/S5FtWzhUSO #OT

"The overarching message is to be proactive – do not be afraid to speak to people." Scott Shadbolt, head of professional discipline, and Henry Leonard, head of clinical and regulatory, talk about the consequences of fabricating records. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/5QqA5nrbi1

Want to learn more about sustainability in contact lenses? We interviewed and spoke to Aldo Zucaro and Marc Schulze about sustainability across the sector. Read our seven takeaways from our conversation and watch the interview here: https://t.co/8UQj1MQQky

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Heidelberg Engineering extended its collaboration with Orbis to make educational content accessible for eye care professionals and advance research. Dr Hunter Cherwek @OrbisIntl said: “We both recognise that it takes a team to deliver the best eye care." https://t.co/uSOresHa6Y

SightGlass Vision has combined more than 10 years of research and development experience with multiple clinical trials to deliver DOT™ lenses, designed to control myopia progression in children from the age of six. Find out more here: https://t.co/9cmP4tEMGD

This month marks Myopia Action Month. If you're raising awareness you can access a wealth of online resources from Myopia Profile – including practice tips, 10-minute lectures and social media tools. Find out more here: https://t.co/B5oAlpGfgW

The Optical Benevolent Fund of @The_AOP and @CollegeOptomUK is set to relaunch as OptomHelp. Lynne Brown, a retired dispensing optician and administrative secretary for the Optical Benevolent Fund, explained the reason behind the changes. Read more here: https://t.co/6jO2C6Uj4O

"One of my favourite aspects of optometry so far has been developing clinical skills," says Juwaria. Juwaria Khan, third-year student @PlymUni and @The_AOP Councillor representing undergraduate student optometrists, shares her journey into optometry 👉 https://t.co/bSsLiotpIO

Plans to develop a globally-representative AI model in motion, led by researchers @Moorfields, @ucl, @NUSingapore Yong, and @CUHKofficial, using 100 million colour fundus photographs from 65 countries. Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/gofPEQbpIp @UCLeye @pearsekeane @NatureMedicine

In a new @RNIB report, 81% of blind and partially sighted people said that bikes or e-scooters left on pavements make their journeys harder. The RNIB has called on the Government to create inclusive standards to support accessible streets. Read more 👉 https://t.co/xjvRBFyUzW

Calling all optometry students and pre-regs 📣 To mark the start of a new academic year we're offering one student the chance to WIN a £250 gift voucher for Bondeye Students AND a student testing room kit. Enter via our instagram post 👉 https://t.co/KsJQfeJROE #StudentGiveaway

To celebrate our Women in Optometry edition, we interviewed Carina Hummel about her 25-year career at Specsavers. From trainee dispensing optician to managing director of optics, she shares what she has learned so far. Read more 👉 https://t.co/T2eFejwJM2 @SpecsaversLife

We’re so proud of Superstar Fundraiser Aleks Crosby, who is taking on his fourth Kiltwalk in Edinburgh this weekend. Read more about Aleks’ inspiring journey in @OptometryToday: https://t.co/iXcLSgNnML https://t.co/bdIuqwpUlK

Describing herself as a "science communicator," Dr Byki Huntjens spoke with our podcast hosts, Dr Ian Beasley and Ceri Smith-Jaynes, about her portfolio career and where it might lead next. Listen🎙️➡️ https://t.co/IUTwU0827p Brought to you in partnership with Alcon.

It’s Monday and @TopstepTV is LIVE! 🎥 Kick off the week with us. Don’t trade alone. Follow on X and subscribe on YouTube.

Only three days to go until our reader survey closes. This afternoon @The_AOP members and OT subscribers were sent a link via SurveyMonkey, so check your email inbox. Take the survey today and you could win a £250 Amazon voucher. Ts&Cs apply ➡️ https://t.co/7ezRnAgHas

Researchers @UniofOxford have developed a durable microstent that fits inside hypodermic needle. Scientists hope that the device would overcome challenges that limit the long-term effectiveness of current implants for glaucoma. Read more ➡️ https://t.co/7pNWI0lYuD @CellPressNews

Our Head of Clinical and Regulatory, Henry Leonard, featured on LBC News to discuss the Government's consultation on widening access to medicines for optometrists and contact lens opticians. Listen for more.

SightGlass Vision has combined more than 10 years of research and development experience with multiple clinical trials to deliver DOT™ lenses, designed to control myopia progression in children from the age of six. Find out more here: https://t.co/9cmP4tEMGD

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