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AOP LoungeCustomer service is still King. With 80% of customers stating that the experience a company provides is as important as it’s products or services, this session examines how and why this can be applied to modern day optical practices. You will form part of a fellowship to solve practice problems using the combination of peer and evidence-based information in this highly interactive session.
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AOP Lounge
The AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP LoungeJoin us as we tackle the most common mishaps seen in practice when fitting presbyopes with multifocal contact lenses. The session will focus on three cases where delegates will help identify oversights commonly made by eye care practitioners and practice teams whilst the session will also challenge preconceptions around presbyopic contact lens fitting.
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AOP LoungeThe AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP LoungeJoin us as we look at reasons as to why patients may drop out of contact lens wear and what delegates need to consider to ensure maximum retention of contact lens patients. The session will cover three cases where delegates will identify various possible reasons that may lead to discontinuation of contact lens wear and how to address them before they become a concern.
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AOP LoungeThe AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP LoungeMyopia management has the potential to revolutionise the role of optometry in the coming years. As the prevalence of myopia escalates globally our ability to minimise the effects of myopia will transform the lives and ocular health of millions of people. If we are to be successful, the way in which we articulate the benefits of myopia management products will be as critical to the success as our technical ability to fit the product.
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CatwalkJoin us live at The Catwalk to watch an immersive experience of eyewear in the newest colours, designs, styles and accessories, provided by our fabulous exhibitors.
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CatwalkOptical is THE only medical field that has a fashion component to it. Done right, the retail side of the business should provide 60%-80% of a practice’s income. How you treat someone walking through y ...
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CatwalkLearn first-hand how optical companies and suppliers are taking positive actions to drive change and overcome today's biggest sustainability challenges for optical retailer.
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Catwalk
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CatwalkDan Scott (The Eyewear Stylist) chairs a panel discussion with some of the leading eyewear designers in the world who are using modern frame materials for reasons beyond simply aesthetics. The aim of ...
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CatwalkJoin us live at The Catwalk to watch an immersive experience of eyewear in the newest colours, designs, styles and accessories, provided by our fabulous exhibitors.
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CatwalkFind out the winners of the Love Eyewear Awards 2023.
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CooperVisionThe optimum treatment window for myopia management is narrow and often when myopia is low and its impact is not understood. ECPs are well placed to educate parents on managing myopia with alternative options to traditional methods of correction, but this needs careful management and assessment of the context in hand.
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CooperVision
The WCO resolution advises optometrists to incorporate within their practice the standard of care for myopia management, which shifts from simply correcting vision to managing the condition, and includes public education and early, frequent discussions with parents that explain:
• What myopia is
• Lifestyle factors that may impact myopia
• The increased risks to long-term ocular health that myopia brings
• The available approaches that can be used to manage myopia and slow its progression.
This session will explore these elements of the resolution through three cases: a pre-myope, evaluation and measurement in routine examination, and a progressing myope, and look at some of the tools available to eye care professionals which will enable the implementation this standard of care in everyday practice.
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CooperVisionJoin us as we tackle the most common mishaps seen in practice when fitting presbyopes with multifocal contact lenses. The session will focus on three cases where delegates will help identify oversights commonly made by eye care practitioners and practice teams whilst the session will also challenge preconceptions around presbyopic contact lens fitting.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis session will consist of three discussions. For each discussion, delegates will be provided with statements from relevant legislation, regulation and/or advice and guidance, alongside a number of discussion points to stimulate small group conversations.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis session aims to give attendees an overview of the functional analysis of glaucoma and a contemporary review of the medical and laser treatment options for glaucoma. The session will also provide an update on the myriad of surgical glaucoma devices available in use today.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis highly interactive discussion workshop explores the variety of filters and fit-overs for patients seeking protection from UV, or requiring contrast enhancement for sport, hobbies or sight loss. After a brief introduction, a variety of equipment will be provided to stimulate discussion.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis interactive workshop will look at current myopia intervention strategies and the suitability of four different patients of different ages and ocular histories. Delegates will be given four case scenarios and discuss risk factors and the conversations that need to be had with the parents and child. The workshop will also look at the measured outcomes of those children after intervention.
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Dispensing WorkshopIn this 60-minute discussion workshop, delegates will be required to work in small discussion groups and use the equipment provided to show an understanding of the causes of ptosis, discuss different types of correction for it and take the relevant measurements to fit a frame with a ptosis aid.
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Dispensing WorkshopAn increasing number of optometrists are now providing enhanced services across England, with urgent eye care (CUES, MECS, CES) seeing the highest volumes. This session will explore and discuss a range of clinical scenarios from urgent eye care services and enable practitioners to review and discuss tests conducted in different clinical scenarios and outcomes.
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Dispensing WorkshopA series of case studies is presented covering people at different stages of life with differing eye conditions, needs and ambitions. Each case study is presented with a range of assistive technologies that could support the needs coupled with live demonstration of some of the technologies. Delegates can review and choose the technologies that they think might help with each group presenting their views.
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Future Practice - Consulting RoomThis discussion workshop will consider future innovations in cataract surgery and how this will impact on community optometry. The session will cover pre-operative assessment, including risk stratification for complexity and for post-operative drop regime. The session will also outline common post-operative complications and innovations in their prevention and management.
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Future Practice - Consulting Room
This discussion workshop will consider future innovations in cataract surgery and how this will impact on community optometry. The session will cover pre-operative assessment, including risk stratification for complexity and for post-operative drop regime. The session will also outline common post-operative complications and innovations in their prevention and management.
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Future Practice - Consulting Room
This discussion workshop will consider future innovations in cataract surgery and how this will impact on community optometry. The session will cover pre-operative assessment, including risk stratification for complexity and for post-operative drop regime. The session will also outline common post-operative complications and innovations in their prevention and management.
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Future Practice - Diagnostics SuiteThis workshop will consider how a combined and holistic approach with preventative strategies and using best in class novel technology including intense pulsed light (IPL) and hypochlorous acid can allow optimal eye health. The session will include an overview of the topic, a demonstration of IPL techniques and a group discussion with question and answer session.
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Future Practice - Diagnostics SuiteThis workshop will consider how a combined and holistic approach with preventative strategies and using best in class novel technology including intense pulsed light (IPL) and hypochlorous acid can allow optimal eye health. The session will include an overview of the topic, a demonstration of IPL techniques and a group discussion with question and answer session.
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Future Practice - Diagnostics SuiteDespite varieties of different options available for managing dry eye disease, choosing the most effective and suitable treatment can still be a challenge. This session will discuss contemporary management of dry eye disease and include a live treatment demonstration using intense pulsed light (IPL).
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Future Practice - Dispensing AreaThis interactive session will take attendees together on a journey through the history of titanium, its processing, the positive differences of and its usage in eyewear today. The session will allow practitioners to see, learn about and handle the variety of titanium versions available in the market through samples and demonstrations of inherent qualities. Delegates will be provided with the benefits of titanium usage in eyewear and given tips for debate as to how best to educate patients on these. As part of group discussions, it will be demonstrated how this approach can help their practice in terms of patient retention. Finally, delegates will be able to work in groups to generate answers to a questionnaire that will be set to help enhance the learning experience.
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Future Practice - Dispensing Area
This interactive discussion workshop will explore some of the options available within the industry to enable practitioners to contribute to a more sustainable future. Topics will revolve around product materials, accessories, cost and retail pricing implications, supply chain and sourcing, patient awareness and education, and best practice implementation.
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Future Practice - Dispensing AreaThis interactive session will take attendees together on a journey through the history of titanium, its processing, the positive differences of and its usage in eyewear today. The session will allow practitioners to see, learn about and handle the variety of titanium versions available in the market through samples and demonstrations of inherent qualities. Delegates will be provided with the benefits of titanium usage in eyewear and given tips for debate as to how best to educate patients on these. As part of group discussions, it will be demonstrated how this approach can help their practice in terms of patient retention. Finally, delegates will be able to work in groups to generate answers to a questionnaire that will be set to help enhance the learning experience.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture with discussion will cover different types of photochromic lenses and lead to the latest releases and innovations in technology. It will allow delegates to consider the benefits this lens type affords the end wearer and how they can identify who these lenses are best-suited to.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture with discussion will consider the impact of different working distances on progressive spectacle lens dispensing and refraction. Digital screen use and working environments are crucial considerations for accurate and successful progressive lens wear and this lecture along with group discussion will look at these areas in detail.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture will provide registrants with an in-depth look at what dry eye disease is, the latest information and guidelines surrounding it and conclude with a look at the diagnostic tools and instruments on the market to accurately assess the condition.
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Johnson & Johnson VisionIf you were to Google comfort, you would see it defined as ‘a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint’, but what does comfort mean when it comes to contact lenses? Is comfort simply determined by the physical, material characteristics of the contact lens, or does visual comfort play a role too? This interactive poster discussion session will explore this question through four contact lens cases, encouraging practitioners to consider how they can maximise comfort for all contact lens patients.
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Johnson & Johnson VisionIf you were to Google comfort, you would see it defined as ‘a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint’, but what does comfort mean when it comes to contact lenses? Is comfort simply determined by the physical, material characteristics of the contact lens, or does visual comfort play a role too? This interactive poster discussion session will explore this question through four contact lens cases, encouraging practitioners to consider how they can maximise comfort for all contact lens patients.
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Main StageThis interactive session will take a look at where things unexpectedly go wrong in optometric practice, including issues around supervision of others, reviewing of images and record keeping.
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Main StageFaces are one of the most common objects recognised by human vision, and contain considerable information which enables us to recognise, and communicate with, those familiar to us. Difficulties with face recognition are common, associated with reduced quality of life and have been highlighted by patients as a priority for improvement. Further, impaired face perception can be an important symptom of sight- and life-threatening disease. The overarching aim of this lecture is to explain the implications of recent research in this area for eye care professionals.
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Main Stage
Increasingly, optometrists are involved in managing patients with more complex needs. As volumes increase, a primary care sector utilised effectively is key. Since advanced retinal imaging - either by way of OCT or ultra-widefield imaging, delivers more clinical information at an earlier stage, often for asymptomatic patients at routine exams, high quality analysis and understanding of that data is paramount, and the next major hurdle to overcome. Could AI provide the solution to the analysis conundrum? While the last three decades have seen ground-breaking changes in the way the retina is imaged, AI will, as we move forward, increasingly provide rapid analytical interpretation of those images.
In this lecture, Derek Swan, Optos chief technology officer, will take the audience through key considerations: what is the future of technology such as AI in primary and secondary eye care settings; what are the barriers; and how are we preparing to embrace software and AI solutions in the same way we embraced OCT and ultra-widefield retinal imaging?
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Main StageAs the UK research coordinator for Heidelberg Engineering and having been immersed in OCT for the best part of 20 years, Tim Cole will share his experience about the current fast-growing trends in OCT and talk about where we are heading with this imaging technology that has revolutionised eye care in the 21st century. Key discussion points will include artificial intelligence, data protection, e-referrals, high resolution imaging and imaging software innovations.
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Main StageIn this session, Dr Northway will review her studies of the use of tints in individuals who experience reading difficulties. Professor Wilkins will then review the literature on the range of neurological disorders in which tints have been of clinical use.
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Main StageThe publication of updated guidance on myopia management from the College of Optometrists in the UK has been eagerly anticipated by eye care practitioners (ECPs) and other key stakeholders. The College had previously indicated that the available evidence was not sufficient to support to widespread rollout of any myopia control intervention. The updated College of Optometrists Guidance presents a more balanced interpretation of the available evidence, which represents a positive step forward that is likely to benefit ECPs, parents and patients alike. This lecture will explore the core requirements that optometrists will need to address in order to comply with these College specific guidelines, while also considering international recommendations from bodies such as the World Council of Optometry.
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Makers CornerDELEREX® is a material made from 100% recycled demo lenses. Lens waste is one of the major issues in the industry when it comes to sustainability. We will be discussing the problems demo lenses creat ...
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Makers CornerCome and join us for an informal chat and Q&A about manufacturing eyewear in the UK and the development of our new business to business, Made to Measure service. Natalie and Matthew will discuss thei ...
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Makers CornerDELEREX® is a material made from 100% recycled demo lenses. Lens waste is one of the major issues in the industry when it comes to sustainability. We will be discussing the problems demo lenses creat ...
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Makers CornerCome and join us for an informal chat and Q&A about manufacturing eyewear in the UK and the development of our new business to business, Made to Measure service. Natalie and Matthew will discuss thei ...
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Optical AcademyCorneal ectatic diseases are a group of disorders characterised by progressive thinning and subsequent bulging of the corneal structure. Since an accurate diagnosis of these conditions can be challenging, optometrists need to be familiar with the distinguishing features that can help in their identification. This peer review session will discuss what to look for and the management of the most common corneal ectatic diseases.
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Optical AcademyThe number of people with diabetes mellitus is increasing and cataracts are one of the most common causes of visual impairment in these patients. Advances in cataract surgical techniques and instrumentation have generally improved the outcomes; however, surgery may be challenging pre, intra and postoperatively in this cohort. This session aims to address different aspects surrounding cataracts in diabetic patients.
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Optical AcademyThis lecture explores contact lens discomfort, its clinical and financial impact and what evidence-based measures can be used to manage these cases without even changing the lens. The session pays particular attention to the ocular surface and how it can be optimised for contact lens wear.
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Optical AcademyThis discussion workshop outlines how soft contact lens materials have evolved over the last 20 years with a focus on material properties that affect the overall performance of the lens when on the ocular surface. It will indicate how novel manufacturing processes in recent years have adapted to provide improved material properties that work in a modern day environment for our patient's comfort, vision and ocular health. It will look at how patients interpret contact lens comfort and how we can widen the scope of our communication to help determine a better way of choosing materials based on their symptoms and link these to up-to-date technologies we have today.
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Optical AcademyThis session will focus on the more detailed and clinically valid methods of conducting myopia management and how to best monitor patients. We will also spend time understanding the most desirable measurements in myopia management and how best to introduce these clinics into a busy modern optometry practice, while maintaining profitability and ensuring the best patient outcomes.
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Optical AcademyThe COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated the huge benefits of IP optometrists for managing patients in the community. This interactive lecture will consider a variety of real life patient case scenarios that commonly present in community practice. Matt will discuss the management options currently available to all optometrists and then he will illustrate how an IP optometrist could enhance the patient’s care by managing them in practice without the need to refer onwards to secondary care. The thoughts and views of the audience will be encouraged throughout the presentation. The lecture will provide valuable guidance to optometrists, practitioners considering IP qualification and to those who are already using their IP qualification in practice.
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OptosThis lecture will provide an opportunity for registrants to understand how the growing use of multi-modal ultra-widefield retinal imaging in daily optometric practice can help them to provide a higher level of patient care and how the additional information provided by ultra-widefield and OCT might influence their clinical decision making.
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OptosWhen taking on new clinical diagnostic equipment it can be quite bewildering to view the eye in different ways. Often the new imaging techniques show structures in ways that look so different as to cause confusion. This lecture will discuss how to analyse different types of ultra-widefield and OCT images and show how to arrive at reasoned clinical decisions through sensible step along analysis. This will allow for competent clinical decision making and therefore ways to inform and discuss with patients and clinical colleagues the findings from the images.
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Optos
Our popular meet the expert over LUNCH & LEARN is back! Ideal for practice owners, business managers, optometrists, we invite you to learn more about the five steps to making Optomap work in independent practice.
Why attend?
You navigated through a pandemic. Now the cost-of-living crunch. Steering a business through difficult economic times is tough. BUT, how could an investment in new technology and a new offering give your patients what they want, and help your business thrive? This short workshop is for forward-thinking independents who want to learn more about Optomap and multi-modal technology, no matter where you are in the research or decision-making process, our experts will share their experience and help you decide if the additional investment is the right route for you and your patients.
This session is not CPD accredited, but we will ensure you walk away with a realistic view of what‘s involved in making your investment a success by reviewing both the challenges and the opportunities that Optomap and multi-modal imaging present.
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OptosAs optometrists continue to invest in new diagnostic technology such as OCT and ultra-widefield retinal imaging, many embark on a natural steep learning curve as they get to grips with new imaging techniques. It is understandable that even skilled practitioners can find new technology daunting and the aim of this lecture is demonstrate the benefits of multi modal imaging and the enhanced diagnostic capabilities use of this technology brings, instilling an enhanced level of confidence in the practitioner as a result.
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OSA
Just starting or running a business and need some answers from experts? Join us on the OSA stand at five stations to meet with experts that can help you.
Station 1: Phil Mullens, MD NEG/Optinet - Streamline your business, to create more patient time, increased footfall and better returns. Phil will show the power of a buying group, with insight on how good record keeping and understanding data can propel your practice forward.
Station 2: Chris Clements, Eyeplan Ltd - Explaining how eye plan can improve business with returning patients. Chris will explain the advantages of using eye plans and their simple marketing and practice building potential.
Station 3: Georgina Myers, Myers La Roche - Advice on new starts, new premises or expansion and succession plans. Georgina, following on from Patrick her father, has a wealth of knowledge and examples to share with practice owners to assist with change.
Station 4: Samantha Shayler, Snowbird Finance - Financing your business acquisitions, developing your business and softening tax payments plus assisting your patients with treatment finance. Samantha is a specialist credit broker to the optical industry with her knowledge built up over years of working with the profession.
Station 5: Bob Hutchinson, Eros Business Consulting - Budgets and sales forecasts, looking at stock control in a more productive and profitable way and of course de minimis and partial exemption. Bob is well known both to practice owners and industry for providing easily adoptable solutions and his knowledge on VAT remains long past his success in chairing the meetings with HMRC which eventually secured the return of over 650 million pounds to Opticians.
You will have up to 10 minutes on each station before moving on to the other stations.
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OSA
This session will outline the current situation with progressive myopia and an innovative solution provided by a recently launched contact lens material. The generic-based presentation will explore the management of myopia and the evaluation of tyrosine and dopamine levels in the tear film prior to, and after wearing, a tyrosine-releasing contact lens and its effect on myopia control.
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OSA
Photobiomodulation is 'the mechanism by which nonionising optical radiation in the visible and near-infrared spectral range is absorbed by endogenous chromophores to elicit photophysical and photochemical events at various biological scales without eliciting thermal damage'. Come and find out how it differs from intense pulsed light therapy and how you can use it in clinical practice to treat dry eye patients.
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OSA
For all patient groups being able to see clearly from an effective dispense is extremely important in daily life; however, for paediatric patients it is potentially life-changing as a successful intervention or correction can impact on their long-term vision, educational achievement, career opportunities and social development. The majority of paediatric frames are produced as a smaller version of an adult design and while they may hold cosmetic appeal with the use of designer brands and popular characters, the resultant fit is often far from satisfactory in terms of holding the lens in a stable and appropriate position as well as lacking the ability to physically adjust the frame to fit a child’s face. This session will explore facial development and the various facial parameters that should be considered when designing spectacle frames for children based on a recent anthropometrical study.
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OSAThis session highlights several newer diagnostic modalities for evaluating patients with glaucoma. The diagnosis of glaucoma and the management of glaucoma are highly influenced by technological advances. Determining stability in the glaucoma patient is critical to the patient’s overall wellbeing and this lecture examines some of the newer tools in facilitating proper management.
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Specsavers
This interactive visual recognition and discussion session will offer insights into the importance of fundus image quality in the identification of a number of common conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, AMD and optic disc anomalies. Registrants will view a selection of fundus images and answer a series of questions before participating in a discussion covering the issues raised by each case. The session will include a review of the current photographic marker-based diabetic retinopathy grading systems used in the UK.
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Specsavers
This interactive visual recognition and discussion session will offer insights into the importance of fundus image quality in the identification of a number of common conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, AMD and optic disc anomalies. Registrants will view a selection of fundus images and answer a series of questions before participating in a discussion covering the issues raised by each case. The session will include a review of the current photographic marker-based diabetic retinopathy grading systems used in the UK.
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Specsavers
This interactive peer review session will give colleagues the opportunity to discuss the life-changing ways in which our clinical interactions with children and the interventions we offer not only support their ability to see at that moment, but also secures their attainment of the best possible vision for the future.
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SpecsaversThis interactive peer review session will give colleagues the opportunity to discuss the life-changing ways in which our clinical interactions with children and the interventions we offer not only support their ability to see at that moment, but also secures their attainment of the best possible vision for the future.
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AOP LoungeLifestyles are becoming increasingly demanding, with more hours spent on digital devices than ever before, together with packed work and social calendars. With these evolving lifestyle demands, it’s perhaps not surprising that 75% of patients agree that they would like more from their contact lenses. Using patient cases, this peer review will explore how to identify contact lens wearers’ clinical and lifestyle needs and address how we can ensure we provide patients with the best contact lens wearing experience for their modern lifestyle.
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AOP Lounge
The AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP Lounge
What do roller-skaters and contact lens wearers have in common? This interactive discussion workshop will encourage you to consider how we best meet the needs and demands of busy patient lifestyles. Looking specifically at coefficient of friction, this session will explore the influence of material properties and design on overall patient satisfaction and comfort.
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AOP Lounge
The AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP Lounge
Lifestyles are becoming increasingly demanding, with more hours spent on digital devices than ever before, together with packed work and social calendars. With these evolving lifestyle demands, it’s perhaps not surprising that 75% of patients agree that they would like more from their contact lenses. Using patient cases, this peer review will explore how to identify contact lens wearers’ clinical and lifestyle needs and address how we can ensure we provide patients with the best contact lens wearing experience for their modern lifestyle.
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AOP LoungeThe AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP Lounge
What do roller-skaters and contact lens wearers have in common? This interactive discussion workshop will encourage you to consider how we best meet the needs and demands of busy patient lifestyles. Looking specifically at coefficient of friction, this session will explore the influence of material properties and design on overall patient satisfaction and comfort.
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CatwalkBeing seen online has never been more important than it is today. How does your practice differentiate and stand out from the shop down the street or across town? Having a beautiful and fully function ...
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CatwalkJoin us live at The Catwalk to watch an immersive experience of eyewear in the newest colours, designs, styles and accessories, provided by our fabulous exhibitors.
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CatwalkKnown for her vibrant style, Prue will be on stage with her stylist/producer Jane Galpin.
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Catwalk
This panel session will discuss the current provision of myopia management in UK practice and the issues facing practitioners and their patients. The panel will explore a range of topics relating to myopia management including:
- How will myopia management be funded in most practices and the implications of GOC
- How do we avoid a ‘two tier’ system where those with limited means cannot access full myopia management options?
- Getting started - investment, products equipment
- Marketing the service
- Communicating with patients and parents - managing expectations
- How to make it pay
- What is the future of myopia management going to look like?
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CatwalkWhat are the major global trends affecting eyewear in 2023? Events like 100% Optical are platforms for eyewear buyers to get up to speed with the latest consumer trends and take inspiration from what ...
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CatwalkNow in it’s seventh year, the Out of the Box Optics Optoversity Challenge 2023 (in aid of Vision Care for Homeless People) is the only inter-University competition between optometry students in the UK ...
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CatwalkJoin us live at The Catwalk to watch an immersive experience of eyewear in the newest colours, designs, styles and accessories, provided by our fabulous exhibitors.
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CatwalkDan Scott (The Eyewear Stylist) champions a vision for sustainability in this panel discussion with key figureheads in the industry, which aims to debunk "greenwashing" in Optics and get to grips with ...
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CooperVisionThe optimum treatment window for myopia management is narrow and often when myopia is low and its impact is not understood. ECPs are well placed to educate parents on managing myopia with alternative options to traditional methods of correction, but this needs careful management and assessment of the context in hand.
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CooperVision
The WCO resolution advises optometrists to incorporate within their practice the standard of care for myopia management, which shifts from simply correcting vision to managing the condition, and includes public education and early, frequent discussions with parents that explain:
• What myopia is
• Lifestyle factors that may impact myopia
• The increased risks to long-term ocular health that myopia brings
• The available approaches that can be used to manage myopia and slow its progression.
This session will explore these elements of the resolution through three cases: a pre-myope, evaluation and measurement in routine examination, and a progressing myope, and look at some of the tools available to eye care professionals which will enable the implementation this standard of care in everyday practice.
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CooperVision
Join us as we look at reasons as to why patients may drop out of contact lens wear and what delegates need to consider to ensure maximum retention of contact lens patients. The session will cover three cases where delegates will identify various possible reasons that may lead to discontinuation of contact lens wear and how to address them before they become a concern.
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Dispensing WorkshopA series of case studies is presented covering people at different stages of life with differing eye conditions, needs and ambitions. Each case study is presented with a range of assistive technologies that could support the needs coupled with live demonstration of some of the technologies. Delegates can review and choose the technologies that they think might help with each group presenting their views.
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Dispensing WorkshopIn this 60-minute discussion workshop, delegates will be required to work in small discussion groups and use the equipment provided to show an understanding of the causes of ptosis, discuss different types of correction for it and take the relevant measurements to fit a frame with a ptosis aid.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis discussion workshop will consider cases centred around patients returning to practice with potential non-tolerance to their spectacle lenses. Delegates will analyse the symptoms presented across a variety of scenarios from progressive lenses, single vision and lifestyle lenses to understand ‘what went wrong.’ Attendees will discuss what could have been done differently at the time of dispense to ensure the best possible outcome.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis lecture will concentrate initially on the most recent studies on myopia epidemiology and the trends in therapies. Attention will then shift to the consensus on how best to manage myopia, in particular, with a view to monitoring the condition and the key measurements to take during the consultation.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis session will consist of three discussions. For each discussion, delegates will be provided with statements from relevant legislation, regulation and/or advice and guidance, alongside a number of discussion points to stimulate small group conversations.
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Dispensing WorkshopIn this session, chaired by Dr Sam Strong (on behalf of VECCTR), three early-career researchers will present a summary of their current work to update practitioners on emerging research in their respective fields. Topics will include refractive management recommendations for patients undergoing cataract surgery, validation of a novel perimeter with high-speed eye tracking, and the building and validation of online tests of contrast sensitivity and visual acuity.
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Future Practice - Consulting RoomThis session will centre around the use of case scenarios, eye images and videos to demonstrate key features in a patient that are relevant to preparing them for cataract surgery and also managing any post-operative symptoms and complications. It will highlight the common and less common signs and symptoms that are relevant to managing patients who undergo cataract surgery well and review the evidence-based approach for each one.
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Future Practice - Consulting RoomThis session will centre around the use of case scenarios, eye images and videos to demonstrate key features in a patient that are relevant to preparing them for cataract surgery and also managing any post-operative symptoms and complications. It will highlight the common and less common signs and symptoms that are relevant to managing patients who undergo cataract surgery well and review the evidence-based approach for each one.
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Future Practice - Consulting RoomThis session will centre around the use of case scenarios, eye images and videos to demonstrate key features in a patient that are relevant to preparing them for cataract surgery and also managing any post-operative symptoms and complications. It will highlight the common and less common signs and symptoms that are relevant to managing patients who undergo cataract surgery well and review the evidence-based approach for each one.
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Future Practice - Diagnostics SuiteIntense pulsed light (IPL) is an in-practice treatment for dry eye disease. The session will begin by reviewing the vicious circle of ocular surface inflammation and discuss proposed mechanisms of action of IPL. Careful clinical assessment is required for optimal patient selection. The presentation will discuss peer-reviewed data on efficacy as well as some case studies and will be followed by a demonstration of IPL treatment and a discussion.
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Future Practice - Diagnostics SuiteThe principles of intense pulsed light (IPL) will be outlined followed by a discussion on when this treatment is indicated in the management of dry eye / ocular surface disease. Following this, a live demonstration of the procedure will be performed allowing practitioners to experience the technology at work and to see how it integrates into the management of this common condition.
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Future Practice - Diagnostics SuiteDespite varieties of different options available for managing dry eye disease, choosing the most effective and suitable treatment can still be a challenge. This session will discuss contemporary management of dry eye disease and include a live treatment demonstration using intense pulsed light (IPL).
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Future Practice - Dispensing AreaThis interactive session will take attendees together on a journey through the history of titanium, its processing, the positive differences of and its usage in eyewear today. The session will allow practitioners to see, learn about and handle the variety of titanium versions available in the market through samples and demonstrations of inherent qualities. Delegates will be provided with the benefits of titanium usage in eyewear and given tips for debate as to how best to educate patients on these. As part of group discussions, it will be demonstrated how this approach can help their practice in terms of patient retention. Finally, delegates will be able to work in groups to generate answers to a questionnaire that will be set to help enhance the learning experience.
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Future Practice - Dispensing AreaThis interactive discussion workshop will explore some of the options available within the industry to enable practitioners to contribute to a more sustainable future. Topics will revolve around product materials, accessories, cost and retail pricing implications, supply chain and sourcing, patient awareness and education, and best practice implementation.
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Future Practice - Dispensing AreaThis interactive session will take attendees together on a journey through the history of titanium, its processing, the positive differences of and its usage in eyewear today. The session will allow practitioners to see, learn about and handle the variety of titanium versions available in the market through samples and demonstrations of inherent qualities. Delegates will be provided with the benefits of titanium usage in eyewear and given tips for debate as to how best to educate patients on these. As part of group discussions, it will be demonstrated how this approach can help their practice in terms of patient retention. Finally, delegates will be able to work in groups to generate answers to a questionnaire that will be set to help enhance the learning experience.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture with discussion will consider the impact of different working distances on progressive spectacle lens dispensing and refraction. Digital screen use and working environments are crucial considerations for accurate and successful progressive lens wear and this lecture along with group discussion will look at these areas in detail.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture will provide registrants with an in-depth look at what dry eye disease is, the latest information and guidelines surrounding it and conclude with a look at the diagnostic tools and instruments on the market to accurately assess the condition.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture with discussion will cover different types of photochromic lenses and lead to the latest releases and innovations in technology. It will allow delegates to consider the benefits this lens type affords the end wearer and how they can identify who these lenses are best-suited to.
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Johnson & Johnson Vision
If you were to Google comfort, you would see it defined as ‘a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint’, but what does comfort mean when it comes to contact lenses? Is comfort simply determined by the physical, material characteristics of the contact lens, or does visual comfort play a role too? This interactive poster discussion session will explore this question through four contact lens cases, encouraging practitioners to consider how they can maximise comfort for all contact lens patients.
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Johnson & Johnson VisionIf you were to Google comfort, you would see it defined as ‘a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint’, but what does comfort mean when it comes to contact lenses? Is comfort simply determined by the physical, material characteristics of the contact lens, or does visual comfort play a role too? This interactive poster discussion session will explore this question through four contact lens cases, encouraging practitioners to consider how they can maximise comfort for all contact lens patients.
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Main StageBack in 2017 at 100% Optical, CooperVision presented a 60-minute lecture on myopia management called ‘Time to stop talking and start doing’. Six years on, this presentation will reflect on how far the profession has come, what we’ve learned and what’s yet to overcome to make sure that no myopic child is left untreated. What more can we all do to speed up the changes needed within the profession to slow down the progression of myopia?
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Main StageThis talk will discuss the treatment of various corneal diseases including keratoconus, corneal dystrophies, keratitis and corneal scars with a focus on their treatments with excimer and femtosecond laser. The session will be illustrated with cases of patients treated with laser for their corneal diseases.
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Main StageGiles Edmonds will update on the PEST analysis presented at 100% Optical 2022 and factors impacting eye care in the UK. Paul Morris will talk about the key highlights from the State of the Nation report relating to glaucoma and also share some of our own data/development from our clinical outcome reports. He will use this data to demonstrate how well-equipped optometry is to play a significant part in the solution, not only detecting eye disease, but also managing it in the community. Professor Anthony King, chair of Glaucoma UK, will talk about what needs to change to prevent more sight loss due to glaucoma from an ophthalmologist’s perspective. Anthony will describe the immense pressure ophthalmology services are experiencing due to increased demand. Giles will conclude by highlighting the urgent need for consistency in care models, an enhanced role for optometrists and investment in technology that supports two-way communication between optometrists and ophthalmologists.
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Main StageIn her landmark 'Notes on Nursing', Florence Nightingale said that the most challenging ordeal for a feverish patient is: 'Not being able to see out of window, and the knots in the wood being the only view. I shall never forget the rapture of fever patients over a bunch of bright-coloured flowers'. Staff wellbeing, stress and burnout remain critical issues for health services worldwide. In the UK, an NHS staff survey found that over 40% of staff experience work-related stress, with a net impact on clinical care, greater workload for staff and cost to the health service. At the World Association of Eye Hospitals meeting two years ago the importance of green spaces were discussed, and the opportunities for practising mindfulness and reducing daily stresses — for patients, visitors and staff. Whether gardens, greenery or wild areas, these spaces have tremendous value in providing an interface to enable us to connect with nature and ourselves. Through innovative uses of space for art, reflection, exercise, community and food growing, they can reduce stress and fatigue, and have a positive effect in terms of mental health. This talk will describe these important therapeutic tools, their rise and fall and rebirth from the Victorian periods, through the 'car park era' and the 1984 Ulrich renaissance.
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Main StageThis session will focus on presbyopia and multifocal contact lens fitting. It will overview the many intricacies of the ageing eye, from a physical and biological point of view. Additionally it will also establish how to best process and link information we gather from the patient and outline clinical assessments to carry out on an ageing eye before an informed choice of visual correction/s can be recommended. Furthermore, it will review the latest developments in multifocal contact lens technology and with contact lens dropout in mind, provide a toolkit and suggestions to help steer a presbyopic patient from fitting to aftercare and beyond.
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Main StageThere have been several genetic epidemiological studies that have found a large number of common genetic variants that confer some risk of myopia. These could potentially help us understand what predisposes some individuals to become myopic and others not. However, the precise mechanism by which these genetic variants confer risk is not known. Light-evoked responses of retinal neurons can be recorded non-invasively the living human eye as the electroretinogram. Analysing these responses from large numbers of healthy adult volunteers, a significant association between responses driven by our cone photoreceptors and this genetic polymorphism has been found. Examining responses from patients with specific rare retinal diseases, also shows that responses from certain neurons were particularly associated. These findings support a role for alterations in retinal cone-driven responses in conferring risk for myopia.
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Makers CornerDELEREX® is a material made from 100% recycled demo lenses. Lens waste is one of the major issues in the industry when it comes to sustainability. We will be discussing the problems demo lenses creat ...
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Makers CornerCome and join us for an informal chat and Q&A about manufacturing eyewear in the UK and the development of our new business to business, Made to Measure service. Natalie and Matthew will discuss thei ...
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Makers CornerDELEREX® is a material made from 100% recycled demo lenses. Lens waste is one of the major issues in the industry when it comes to sustainability. We will be discussing the problems demo lenses creat ...
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Makers CornerCome and join us for an informal chat and Q&A about manufacturing eyewear in the UK and the development of our new business to business, Made to Measure service. Natalie and Matthew will discuss thei ...
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Optical AcademyPractitioners are well placed to identify dry eye disease; however, the link with rosacea and ocular rosacea may be closer than we have been led to believe. This common condition and its sub-types are described and the diagnosis, treatment, patient management and co-management options are discussed.
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Optical AcademyBecoming confident at identifying, describing and diagnosing clinical features on OCT is achievable with quality education and deliberate practice. Using case studies, this peer review will provide guidance on how to systematically evaluate OCT images for signs of eye disease and how to correctly describe pathology in OCT scans to enhance referrals.
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Optical AcademyThis session will explore the principles of using OCT in community practice, to help diagnose, monitor and manage patients. Three pre-prepared cases will be presented to help optometrists improve their standards of patient care through discussion with a small group of fellow practitioners.
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Optical AcademyThis lecture will provide an overview of the use of intraocular collamer lenses for the correction of refractive error outlining the options, risks and benefits for patients.
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Optical AcademyThis peer review session will offer insights into the latest developments within home eye care and offer a fresh take on the future of this sector. A brief introduction will be followed by clinical cases chosen to explore some of the challenges encountered in domiciliary practice, with a focus on communication, cognition, consent and clinical decision making.
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Optical AcademyDiabetic retinal screening (DRS) has been taking place in the UK since the 1960s using traditional ophthalmoscopy techniques, progressing to fundus photography, which is still the main protocol used in DRS today. As diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in the UK, and its prevalence is growing, the need for this beneficial service is also growing as is the need for the understanding of diabetic retinopathy within clinical practice. OCT has enabled us to visualise the posterior and anterior segments for many different eye conditions and has a massive benefit for clinicians with the visualisation of diabetic retinopathy using this non invasive technology. The aim of the presentation is to show and talk through examples of different diabetic pathology using OCT and OCTA to enable clinicians to understand the signs which are visible on OCT and the benefits of using this technology in practice to aid with monitoring, decisions and referrals.
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Optical AcademyThis session will review methods for diagnosing referable diabetic retinopathy and macular oedema, AMD and glaucoma with some additional discourse on other treatable retinal diseases. The lecture will also provide an overview of artificial intelligence tools that can identify retinal anomalies to assist optometrists in patient management.
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OptosThis lecture will provide an opportunity for registrants to understand how the growing use of multi-modal ultra-widefield retinal imaging in daily optometric practice can help them to provide a higher level of patient care and how the additional information provided by ultra-widefield and OCT might influence their clinical decision making.
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OptosWhen taking on new clinical diagnostic equipment it can be quite bewildering to view the eye in different ways. Often the new imaging techniques show structures in ways that look so different as to cause confusion. This lecture will discuss how to analyse different types of ultra-widefield and OCT images and show how to arrive at reasoned clinical decisions through sensible step along analysis. This will allow for competent clinical decision making and therefore ways to inform and discuss with patients and clinical colleagues the findings from the images.
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Optos
Our popular meet the expert over LUNCH & LEARN is back! Ideal for practice owners, business managers, optometrists, we invite you to learn more about the five steps to making Optomap work in independent practice.
Why attend?
You navigated through a pandemic. Now the cost-of-living crunch. Steering a business through difficult economic times is tough. BUT, how could an investment in new technology and a new offering give your patients what they want, and help your business thrive? This short workshop is for forward-thinking independents who want to learn more about Optomap and multi-modal technology, no matter where you are in the research or decision-making process, our experts will share their experience and help you decide if the additional investment is the right route for you and your patients.
This session is not CPD accredited, but we will ensure you walk away with a realistic view of what‘s involved in making your investment a success by reviewing both the challenges and the opportunities that Optomap and multi-modal imaging present.
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Optos
As optometrists continue to invest in new diagnostic technology such as OCT and ultra-widefield retinal imaging, many embark on a natural steep learning curve as they get to grips with new imaging techniques. It is understandable that even skilled practitioners can find new technology daunting and the aim of this lecture is demonstrate the benefits of multi modal imaging and the enhanced diagnostic capabilities use of this technology brings, instilling an enhanced level of confidence in the practitioner as a result.
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OSA
If you are feeling the pressure to act more 'sustainably', but are struggling to know where to start, don’t miss this. It’s easy to feel that taking action on climate change is a monumental, expensive challenge. Easy to believe that 'it’s all about plastic' and miss doing anything about your carbon footprint. This presentation will share a concise system for caring for your bit of the planet. You’ll get the essentials of carbon accounting and footprint analysis, and an introduction to a sustainability pathway designed specifically for optics.
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OSA
This talk is to introduce the future of eye care as personalised, predictive and protective. A new dimension of eye care is on the horizon - the ability for patients to self-monitor their vision at home, and how we can harness that data as clinicians, to add value to our patients' experiences and to our practices.
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OSAOphthalmology is among the most technology-driven of the all the medical specialties, with treatments utilising high-spec medical lasers and advanced microsurgical techniques, and diagnostics involving ultra-high resolution imaging. Ophthalmology is also at the forefront of many trailblazing research areas in healthcare, such as stem cell therapy, gene therapy, and - most recently - artificial intelligence. In July 2016, Moorfields announced a formal collaboration with the world’s leading artificial intelligence company, DeepMind. This collaboration involves the sharing of >1,000,000 anonymised retinal scans with DeepMind to allow for the automated diagnosis of diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy (DR). In this presentation, Professor Pearse Keane will describe the motivation - and urgent need - to apply deep learning to ophthalmology, the processes required to establish a research collaboration between the NHS and a company like DeepMind, the initial results of his research, and finally, why he believes that ophthalmology could be first branch of medicine to be fundamentally reinvented through the application of artificial intelligence.
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OSAThis session will provide an overview of the International Opticians Association outlining memberships stats, who is eligible to join and accomplishments. A taster of the upcoming summit in Singapore in April 2023 will also be given.
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OSAThis lecture will reflect on the concept of how to gather the most appropriate patient data in order to provide enhanced clinics in primary care practice, in particular reference to specialist dry eye and myopia management clinics. It will review the latest devices available and discuss how to interpret the data in a meaningful and practical way. It will also review how to use data to engage in good patient education and compliance with proposed treatment options.
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Specsavers
OCT has transformed optometry practice. However, there is still confusion regarding appropriate use of normative plots and referring patients correctly. This lecture with discussion aims to help reduce the number of false positive referrals and to change the mindset of optometrists in using the normative data correctly. The session will be a mixture of a lecture with material on normative data and several discussion sessions on example cases where normative data is the main focus. There will also be several ‘ask the audience’ sections. Ultimately, delegates should leave the session with a better understanding of how to effectively use OCT in glaucoma diagnosis and monitoring and, most importantly, reduce false positive referrals.
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Specsavers
This peer review session will feature several scenarios which focus on a variety of themes including the GOC definition of an eye test and the importance of certain elements when testing a child, when binocular vision conditions in young adults may require a referral and when to act quickly in cases where tests reveal significant problems.
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SpecsaversThis peer review session will feature several scenarios which focus on a variety of themes including the GOC definition of an eye test and the importance of certain elements when testing a child, when binocular vision conditions in young adults may require a referral and when to act quickly in cases where tests reveal significant problems.
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SpecsaversOCT has transformed optometry practice. However, there is still confusion regarding appropriate use of normative plots and referring patients correctly. This lecture with discussion aims to help reduce the number of false positive referrals and to change the mindset of optometrists in using the normative data correctly. The session will be a mixture of a lecture with material on normative data and several discussion sessions on example cases where normative data is the main focus. There will also be several ‘ask the audience’ sections. Ultimately, delegates should leave the session with a better understanding of how to effectively use OCT in glaucoma diagnosis and monitoring and, most importantly, reduce false positive referrals.
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AOP LoungeThe AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP Lounge
This lecture with small group discussion will discuss how practitioners can keep good records and why it is central to good clinical practice. The session will cover:
• The purpose of keeping records
• A review of the GOC’s standards of practice for optometrists and dispensing opticians on record keeping
• Cautionary tales
• FAQs
• Poor records
• Top tips.
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AOP Lounge
Lifestyles are becoming increasingly demanding, with more hours spent on digital devices than ever before, together with packed work and social calendars. With these evolving lifestyle demands, it’s perhaps not surprising that 75% of patients agree that they would like more from their contact lenses. Using patient cases, this peer review will explore how to identify contact lens wearers’ clinical and lifestyle needs and address how we can ensure we provide patients with the best contact lens wearing experience for their modern lifestyle.
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AOP LoungeThe AOP presents 100% Optical peer review. In small groups, you will be presented with different clinical and ethical scenarios to discuss and digest with your colleagues.
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AOP Lounge
What do roller-skaters and contact lens wearers have in common? This interactive discussion workshop will encourage you to consider how we best meet the needs and demands of busy patient lifestyles. Looking specifically at coefficient of friction, this session will explore the influence of material properties and design on overall patient satisfaction and comfort.
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AOP Lounge
This lecture with small group discussion will discuss how practitioners can keep good records and why it is central to good clinical practice. The session will cover:
• The purpose of keeping records
• A review of the GOC’s standards of practice for optometrists and dispensing opticians on record keeping
• Cautionary tales
• FAQs
• Poor records
• Top tips.
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CatwalkJoin us live at The Catwalk to watch an immersive experience of eyewear in the newest colours, designs, styles and accessories, provided by our fabulous exhibitors.
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CatwalkHow do you expect your customers and patients to be loyal to you when they don't remember who you are? Are you Dr. Ummm? This seminar covers branding and how to be remembered and have your customers a ...
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Catwalk
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Catwalk
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CatwalkJoin us live at The Catwalk to watch an immersive experience of eyewear in the newest colours, designs, styles and accessories, provided by our fabulous exhibitors.
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CooperVisionThe optimum treatment window for myopia management is narrow and often when myopia is low and its impact is not understood. ECPs are well placed to educate parents on managing myopia with alternative options to traditional methods of correction, but this needs careful management and assessment of the context in hand.
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CooperVision
The WCO resolution advises optometrists to incorporate within their practice the standard of care for myopia management, which shifts from simply correcting vision to managing the condition, and includes public education and early, frequent discussions with parents that explain:
• What myopia is
• Lifestyle factors that may impact myopia
• The increased risks to long-term ocular health that myopia brings
• The available approaches that can be used to manage myopia and slow its progression.
This session will explore these elements of the resolution through three cases: a pre-myope, evaluation and measurement in routine examination, and a progressing myope, and look at some of the tools available to eye care professionals which will enable the implementation this standard of care in everyday practice.
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CooperVisionCustomer service is still King. With 80% of customers stating that the experience a company provides is as important as it’s products or services, this session examines how and why this can be applied to modern day optical practices. You will form part of a fellowship to solve practice problems using the combination of peer and evidence-based information in this highly interactive session.
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Dispensing WorkshopIt is inevitable that domiciliary provision brings heightened challenges for registrants both from a clinical and consumer perspective. This highly interactive session uses redacted cases from the Optical Consumer Complaints Service (OCCS) archives to illustrate the kind of challenges that can arise. Delegates will be encouraged to consider how they would manage each given situation if it landed in their lap. Using insights from each case study, delegates will then create an individual action plan to utilise in the future and help them both reduce the chance of complaints but also feel better equipped and more confident in managing them should they arise.
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Dispensing Workshop
This interactive workshop will look at current myopia intervention strategies and the suitability of four different patients of different ages and ocular histories. Delegates will be given four case scenarios and discuss risk factors and the conversations that need to be had with the parents and child. The workshop will also look at the measured outcomes of those children after intervention.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis session will consist of three discussions. For each discussion, delegates will be provided with statements from relevant legislation, regulation and/or advice and guidance, alongside a number of discussion points to stimulate small group conversations.
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Dispensing WorkshopThis discussion workshop will consider cases centred around patients returning to practice with potential non-tolerance to their spectacle lenses. Delegates will analyse the symptoms presented across a variety of scenarios from progressive lenses, single vision and lifestyle lenses to understand ‘what went wrong.’ Attendees will discuss what could have been done differently at the time of dispense to ensure the best possible outcome.
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Dispensing Workshop
In this 60-minute discussion workshop, delegates will be required to work in small discussion groups and use the equipment provided to show an understanding of the causes of ptosis, discuss different types of correction for it and take the relevant measurements to fit a frame with a ptosis aid.
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Future Practice - Consulting RoomThis session will centre around the use of case scenarios, eye images and videos to demonstrate key features in a patient that are relevant to preparing them for cataract surgery and also managing any post-operative symptoms and complications. It will highlight the common and less common signs and symptoms that are relevant to managing patients who undergo cataract surgery well and review the evidence-based approach for each one.
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Future Practice - Consulting RoomThis session will centre around the use of case scenarios, eye images and videos to demonstrate key features in a patient that are relevant to preparing them for cataract surgery and also managing any post-operative symptoms and complications. It will highlight the common and less common signs and symptoms that are relevant to managing patients who undergo cataract surgery well and review the evidence-based approach for each one.
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Future Practice - Consulting RoomThis session will centre around the use of case scenarios, eye images and videos to demonstrate key features in a patient that are relevant to preparing them for cataract surgery and also managing any post-operative symptoms and complications. It will highlight the common and less common signs and symptoms that are relevant to managing patients who undergo cataract surgery well and review the evidence-based approach for each one.
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Future Practice - Dispensing Area
This interactive session will take attendees together on a journey through the history of titanium, its processing, the positive differences of and its usage in eyewear today. The session will allow practitioners to see, learn about and handle the variety of titanium versions available in the market through samples and demonstrations of inherent qualities. Delegates will be provided with the benefits of titanium usage in eyewear and given tips for debate as to how best to educate patients on these. As part of group discussions, it will be demonstrated how this approach can help their practice in terms of patient retention. Finally, delegates will be able to work in groups to generate answers to a questionnaire that will be set to help enhance the learning experience.
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Future Practice - Dispensing Area
This interactive discussion workshop will explore some of the options available within the industry to enable practitioners to contribute to a more sustainable future. Topics will revolve around product materials, accessories, cost and retail pricing implications, supply chain and sourcing, patient awareness and education, and best practice implementation.
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Future Practice - Dispensing AreaThis interactive session will take attendees together on a journey through the history of titanium, its processing, the positive differences of and its usage in eyewear today. The session will allow practitioners to see, learn about and handle the variety of titanium versions available in the market through samples and demonstrations of inherent qualities. Delegates will be provided with the benefits of titanium usage in eyewear and given tips for debate as to how best to educate patients on these. As part of group discussions, it will be demonstrated how this approach can help their practice in terms of patient retention. Finally, delegates will be able to work in groups to generate answers to a questionnaire that will be set to help enhance the learning experience.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis discussion workshop will look at perceived barriers to myopia management in practice and use in-depth discussions to find possible solutions to these objections. Delegates will be presented with five discussion subjects surrounding the implementation and maintenance of myopia management in practice. Areas to be discussed are: technology; patient demographics; cost objections; professional body guidelines and supporting clinical data.
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture with discussion will cover different types of photochromic lenses and lead to the latest releases and innovations in technology. It will allow delegates to consider the benefits this lens type affords the end wearer and how they can identify who these lenses are best-suited to.Lecture with discussion workshop: The next generation in photochromic lenses
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Future Practice - Refraction SuiteThis lecture will provide registrants with an in-depth look at what dry eye disease is, the latest information and guidelines surrounding it and conclude with a look at the diagnostic tools and instruments on the market to accurately assess the condition.
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Johnson & Johnson VisionIf you were to Google comfort, you would see it defined as ‘a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint’, but what does comfort mean when it comes to contact lenses? Is comfort simply determined by the physical, material characteristics of the contact lens, or does visual comfort play a role too? This interactive poster discussion session will explore this question through four contact lens cases, encouraging practitioners to consider how they can maximise comfort for all contact lens patients.
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Johnson & Johnson VisionIf you were to Google comfort, you would see it defined as ‘a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint’, but what does comfort mean when it comes to contact lenses? Is comfort simply determined by the physical, material characteristics of the contact lens, or does visual comfort play a role too? This interactive poster discussion session will explore this question through four contact lens cases, encouraging practitioners to consider how they can maximise comfort for all contact lens patients.
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Main StageThis talk will outline the most common vitreoretinal conditions that present to our service and outline how to recognise them, the degree of referral urgency and how they are managed. Conditions such as posterior vitreous detachment, retinal tears and retinal detachment, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, along with vitreoretinal complications of macular degeneration and diabetes, will all be considered.
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Main StageBy considering the patient journey through a modern cataract pathway, this lecture takes a real-world look at how we can deliver one of the key tenets of patient-centred care: ensuring patients are at the heart of their care decisions. Mr Kirkpatrick will discuss key decision points in that journey and expand how patient choice is brought to the forefront particularly for the topic of intraocular lens choice, where he will delve into the key components of IOL technology and their influence on patient outcomes. Furthermore, current and future approaches to enable more collaborative working between ophthalmic care professionals to ultimately provide excellent standards of care will be considered.
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Main StageThis session will discuss widefield colour imaging, its benefit for the patient and healthcare professionals, and use in diagnosis and monitoring of retinal disease.
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Main StageThis session will illustrate the impact that treatment of eye conditions, along with prevention and early detection, can have in preserving the economic and social independence of patients. Focusing on the complementary work of two innovative grant makers in the charitable sector, the session will be rich with lived experience combined with reporting of evidence that will encourage delegates to consider their understanding of the value of sight to all of us.
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Main StageOphthalmology stands at the forefront of specialities to be galvanised by artificial intelligence (AI). As the speciality is technology-driven, and with rapid non-invasive scans an important part of the diagnostic process, there is tremendous potential in applying deep learning in AI to retinal photographs and optical coherence tomography. So far, AI has mainly targeted diseases with high incidence and mortality, such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma. Combining the 'Big Data' in imaging with advances in telemedicine means that AI can be a critical tool in the screening, diagnosis and management of eye disease. There are still some technical and ethical challenges before AI in Ophthalmology becomes integrated within the speciality, nevertheless Deep Learning algorithms can transform the practice of Ophthalmology in the future. Having written an ophthalmology chapter on the first textbook on Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Medicine (Wiley, 2023), the speaker will review the current state, ambitions and potential challenges for AI within Ophthalmology.
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Main StageAdvances in artificial intelligence (AI) are not restricted to self-driving cars, production lines or e-commerce recommendations - one of its most promising applications is in healthcare, and eye care is at the forefront of this revolution. But what can AI do and how can these advances be deployed at the community level? Dr Wen Hwa Lee, CEO of the charity, Action Against AMD, will be sharing advances and potentials of AI in eye care, and how a transformation can be enabled through unique collaborations between the public, researchers, charities and the all-important optometry sector.
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Makers Corner
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Makers CornerCome and join us for an informal chat and Q&A about manufacturing eyewear in the UK and the development of our new business to business, Made to Measure service. Natalie and Matthew will discuss thei ...
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Makers CornerDELEREX® is a material made from 100% recycled demo lenses. Lens waste is one of the major issues in the industry when it comes to sustainability. We will be discussing the problems demo lenses creat ...
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Makers CornerDELEREX® is a material made from 100% recycled demo lenses. Lens waste is one of the major issues in the industry when it comes to sustainability. We will be discussing the problems demo lenses creat ...
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Makers CornerCome and join us for an informal chat and Q&A about manufacturing eyewear in the UK and the development of our new business to business, Made to Measure service. Natalie and Matthew will discuss thei ...
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Optical AcademyIschaemic optic neuropathies can look similar in presentation with acute unilateral loss of vision. However, it is essential to know the difference between types to identify those who can be prone to severe loss of vision and possible blindness. In this peer review session, risk factors, typical presentations and referral criteria will be discussed. OCT, visual fields and fundus images will be utilised to aid practitioners with differential diagnosis.
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Optical AcademyThis discussion workshop will examine the use of modern scleral contact lenses in everyday clinical practice. It will begin with an overview of the type of patients who can benefit from this type of lens and the reasons behind this. We will then move on to a step-by-step approach to fitting the lenses, along with hints and tips and guidance on troubleshooting.
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Optical AcademyConsidering the increasing prevalence of dry eye and a greater number of eye care practitioners enhancing their diagnosis and management of dry eye patients, it is interesting to note that many have almost certainly not given much thought to the cosmetics their patients use. They are also unlikely to be routinely asking questions about patients' current periocular cosmetic habits and advising on such. This lecture will review the products that are frequently used around the eye and its adnexa, focussing on the ingredients that can be found lurking within them. It will also discuss what practitioners should be advising patients in this regard.
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Optical AcademyWe know that damaged retinae (caused by injury or pathology) lead to disturbed visual experiences, but we also know that the retina can be thought of as an extension of the brain. This talk will discuss whether damage to the retina can impact the brain, and if so, in what capacity and to what extent. This talk will also consider the associated clinical implications.
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Optical AcademyA number of interventions to slow the progression of myopia are currently being used in clinical trials and front-line clinical practice, including optical options and pharmacological preparations. This lecture with discussion will cover the research background which underpins the current developments in myopia management strategies. The session will also discuss the relative efficacy of myopia management interventions, and will set the scene for the many remaining research questions in this very interesting field of clinical work.
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OptosThis lecture will provide an opportunity for registrants to understand how the growing use of multi-modal ultra-widefield retinal imaging in daily optometric practice can help them to provide a higher level of patient care and how the additional information provided by ultra-widefield and OCT might influence their clinical decision making.
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OptosWhen taking on new clinical diagnostic equipment it can be quite bewildering to view the eye in different ways. Often the new imaging techniques show structures in ways that look so different as to cause confusion. This lecture will discuss how to analyse different types of ultra-widefield and OCT images and show how to arrive at reasoned clinical decisions through sensible step along analysis. This will allow for competent clinical decision making and therefore ways to inform and discuss with patients and clinical colleagues the findings from the images.
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Optos
Our popular meet the expert over LUNCH & LEARN is back! Ideal for practice owners, business managers, optometrists, we invite you to learn more about the five steps to making Optomap work in independent practice.
Why attend?
You navigated through a pandemic. Now the cost-of-living crunch. Steering a business through difficult economic times is tough. BUT, how could an investment in new technology and a new offering give your patients what they want, and help your business thrive? This short workshop is for forward-thinking independents who want to learn more about Optomap and multi-modal technology, no matter where you are in the research or decision-making process, our experts will share their experience and help you decide if the additional investment is the right route for you and your patients.
This session is not CPD accredited, but we will ensure you walk away with a realistic view of what‘s involved in making your investment a success by reviewing both the challenges and the opportunities that Optomap and multi-modal imaging present.
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OptosAs optometrists continue to invest in new diagnostic technology such as OCT and ultra-widefield retinal imaging, many embark on a natural steep learning curve as they get to grips with new imaging techniques. It is understandable that even skilled practitioners can find new technology daunting and the aim of this lecture is demonstrate the benefits of multi modal imaging and the enhanced diagnostic capabilities use of this technology brings, instilling an enhanced level of confidence in the practitioner as a result.
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OSAA workshop style presentation that will explore environmentally-friendly frame materials. Following an introduction to ‘the green movement’ and sustainable terminology the attendees will discuss and review environmentally-friendly frame materials with their peers. The workshop will explore re-used materials, sustainable materials and packaging as well as their advantages/disadvantages, adjustability, glazeability, patient suitability, durability and identification of suitable/interested patients. The workshop will allow attendees to familiarise themselves with a variety of different environmentally-friendly frame materials ‘side-by-side’ and learn how to differentiate between them.
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OSA
UKCA mark or CE mark? What is the difference and why does it matter? Do you need to be registered with the MHRA? What happens if you buy your frames directly from a manufacturer outside the UK? This session will provide an introduction to the current state of play on medical device regulation in the UK and Europe, explaining what has changed and what further changes are to come, outlining what this means for manufacturers and also for the owners and managers of optical practices.
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OSAThis presentation will concentrate on OCT-angiography (OCT-A) and how it is quickly becoming key in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration and many other eye diseases. There will be a run through of the features of OCT-A and its benefits in optometric practice along with a number of case studies displaying the enhanced features discussed in the presentation.
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Specsavers
This CPD session is designed to allow you to discuss complicated dispensing scenarios with other eye care professionals. Often clinicians have different thoughts when trying to determine the best product or solution for their patients. Within this session you have the opportunity to share your knowledge and learn from other professionals to gain insight for future decision making. We will look at scenarios that give us tough choices when helping patients such as: patient preferences or product knowledge; performance or convenience; cosmetics or acuity; and comparison of products. You will be given a choice of agreeing with the thoughts of one of our presenters or deciding on a different response.
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SpecsaversThis CPD session is designed to allow you to discuss complicated dispensing scenarios with other eye care professionals. Often clinicians have different thoughts when trying to determine the best product or solution for their patients. Within this session you have the opportunity to share your knowledge and learn from other professionals to gain insight for future decision making. We will look at scenarios that give us tough choices when helping patients such as: patient preferences or product knowledge; performance or convenience; cosmetics or acuity; and comparison of products. You will be given a choice of agreeing with the thoughts of one of our presenters or deciding on a different response.
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SpecsaversThis peer review session will feature several scenarios which focus on a variety of themes including the GOC definition of an eye test and the importance of certain elements when testing a child, when binocular vision conditions in young adults may require a referral and when to act quickly in cases where tests reveal significant problems.