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100% Optical 2026 will feature a comprehensive programme of education for optical professionals. Here we look at a handf...
01/02/2026

100% Optical 2026 will feature a comprehensive programme of education for optical professionals.

Here we look at a handful of sessions exploring the topic of imaging skills and the potential of the technology.

Optometrist Mohamed Ayyaz Kasmani and Joe Scott, from Mainline Instruments, will discuss confocal ultra-widefield imaging, and Matthew Chan will discuss AMD.

Lean more here: https://ow.ly/HwIB50Y6rEY

One moment "that really stands out was helping an elderly bedbound lady see clearly for the first time in many years. Im...
31/01/2026

One moment "that really stands out was helping an elderly bedbound lady see clearly for the first time in many years. Improving her vision meant she could see photos of her great grandchildren clearly for the first time," says Kejal.

We spoke to ophthalmic director at Surrey 2 Home Visits, Kejal Shah, about why domiciliary optometry is her chosen mode of practice – and why providing eye care within patients’ homes is so rewarding.

Learn more here: https://ow.ly/Zvik50Y6sgi

"As a qualified optometrist, we should all be able to offer myopia management solutions to potential target patients in ...
29/01/2026

"As a qualified optometrist, we should all be able to offer myopia management solutions to potential target patients in practice," says Summaya.

Optometrist and AOP Councillor representing newly-qualified and early career optometrists, Summaya Ali, discusses taking myopia management from theory into practice.

Read more about her experiences here: https://ow.ly/wiUF50Y5yiF

Booking for the education programme at 100% Optical opens to all delegates from 28 January. Dr Ian Beasley, head of educ...
27/01/2026

Booking for the education programme at 100% Optical opens to all delegates from 28 January.

Dr Ian Beasley, head of education at the AOP and OT clinical editor, said: “Our education programme is designed to deliver practical, relevant learning across all areas of eye care.

Delegates who have registered to attend the show will be able to book CPD sessions across the three-day event. Find out more 👉 https://ow.ly/MHj150Y4pFU

"With the CPD cycle now well underway, this is a timely opportunity for registrants to check they’re on track with their...
25/01/2026

"With the CPD cycle now well underway, this is a timely opportunity for registrants to check they’re on track with their points, review their PDP and plan for peer review," says Samara Morgan, GOC head of education and CPD.

As the profession enters the second year of the current CPD cycle Samara shares her advice on meeting requirements.

Read more ➡️ https://ow.ly/yff050Y1VIr

Here we share presentations that will discuss safe practice and professional conduct at 100% Optical 2026.Take a closer ...
23/01/2026

Here we share presentations that will discuss safe practice and professional conduct at 100% Optical 2026.

Take a closer look at the presentations from Professor Bruce Evans, Peter Hampson at the Association of Optometrists, Paul Chapman-Hatchett, clinical advisor of the Optical Consumer Complaints Service, and Barrister, Eleanor Curzon.

Want to read more and save the date for these lectures?

Read our full article here: https://ow.ly/yYGk50XMIfF

"Since I started working with Primary Eyecare Services, I have gained extensive experience in providing remote optometri...
22/01/2026

"Since I started working with Primary Eyecare Services, I have gained extensive experience in providing remote optometric care... As an optometrist, teleoptometry has really advanced my clinical knowledge and my confidence in how to manage different patients," says Samiriah. ⁠
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Teleoptometrist at Primary Eyecare Services, Samiriah Shaikh, shared how providing eye care in a virtual setting has sharpened her clinical and communication skills. ⁠
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Read more: https://ow.ly/VvZc50Y1h2m

21/01/2026

"I am asking for a national direction from the Department of Health and Social Care to ICBs that they should commission a uniform primary care glaucoma service that utilises qualified High Street optician practices," said Shockat Adam MP.

Yesterday Shockat Adam MP presented his 10-Minute Rule Bill, entitled Glaucoma Care: England, to Parliament.

The bill aims to enshrine glaucoma detection, treatment and monitoring in primary care optometry and has passed its first hurdle in the House of Commons.

16/01/2026

In this latest episode of The OT Podcast, we’re joined by optometrist and independent practice owner, Sarah Farrant.

Sarah shares her career journey, insights from leadership roles, and how strategic thinking has shaped her clinical and business success.

👉 Listen here: https://ow.ly/ZU6t50XXqEG

"I want students to understand that myopia management doesn’t work because their lecturer told them it works – it works ...
15/01/2026

"I want students to understand that myopia management doesn’t work because their lecturer told them it works – it works because the evidence is there," says Niall.

We interviewed and spoke to the University of Huddersfield’s Dr Niall Hynes and Aston University’s Professor Nicola Logan about evolving research, looking to the future, and having an emphasis communication when teaching myopia management.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/7hK850XXpQi

13/01/2026

Booking opens in less than one week for Association of Optometrists members at 100% Optical 2026.

Our clinical experts Dr Ian Beasley, Dr Byki Huntjens, and Ceri Smith-Jaynes share valuable insights ahead of booking, including:
🔹 What to know before booking
🔹 AOP CPD opportunities available at the event
🔹 What they value most about attending
🔹 Key clinical topics to look out for in 2026

Booking timeline:
🔹 Booking opens 19 January for AOP members
🔹 Booking opens the following week for ABDO members
🔹 General access opens from 28 January

Register for the show today ➡️ https://ow.ly/p3TY50XWeGA

Looking for some tips on what to look for in the education programme 100% Optical 2026? We're providing a few helpful po...
10/01/2026

Looking for some tips on what to look for in the education programme 100% Optical 2026? We're providing a few helpful pointers by highlighting a key topic.

Here, we take a closer look at accessible eye care. In this article we spoke to Malvi Patel and Martyn Howlett FBDO at SeeAbility about accessible practices, and Louise Gow and Preeti Singla at RNIB about techniques for accessible communication and effective history and symptoms.

Read more about about this topic and the sessions → https://ow.ly/AJeH50XIAo2

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