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“It’s nice to have that journey recognised and to reflect on the opportunities, experiences and people that have shaped my career so far,” says Noor.

We caught up with our cover contributor Noor Sher after the latest edition landed, to ask what it meant to her. 😊

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Supporting patients to understand all options, optometrist at @NewmedicaEyes, Karan Vyas, shares practical insights into referral quality, patient conversations and the information that can help deliver the best possible experience for patients

Read here: https://t.co/vBQlpzF6ST

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How can locum optometrists harness a tailored communication style to deliver excellent patient care?

For this feature we asked locums for their tips on effective patient communication. Read more here: https://t.co/ABfH2cDkoP

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Ten Specsavers colleagues took on the Thames Path Ultra Challenge, raising £5,814 for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity in memory of Richard Sandiford.

Read more → https://t.co/IYUK57BSWY

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For Vik Malhi, optometrist and founder of J.Hyde Eyewear, the right pair of frames is transformative.

He spoke to us about his journey to embracing eyewear. Read more from Vik here: https://t.co/GUzAbHuvdj

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How can locums contribute to the continuity of patient care?

Here we talk with locum optometrists about the steps they take to support a seamless patient journey – from clear communication with other team members to effective record keeping 👉 https://t.co/9dK7vMHYEU

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The Bristol company Siloton received a £8.4 million Innovate UK contract.

CEO, Alasdair Price, said: “The contract will also allow us to expand our technology to cover a wider range of diseases, integrate our second generation BlueJay chip."

Read → https://t.co/8JsSFjw7xh

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“I am always looking to try and improve and do different things as a clinician,” says IP optometrist, Amandeep Tatra.

For our latest edition, he spoke to us about the importance of finding variety across his working week. Read more here: https://t.co/G8HqlfSuUX

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The ability to control a work schedule can be liberating but can also present diverse challenges.

Here we spoke with locum optometrists about the lessons they have learned throughout their career about effectively organising their work schedule.

Read 👉 https://t.co/VtixZJHR4Q

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Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers name David Baker as new master.

David shared: “After a career spent examining sight and writing about how optics has changed the world, it’s the privilege of my lifetime.”

Read more → https://t.co/L6ndwcjUxl

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We caught up with Zahir-Ally Kanji, optometrist and owner of James Bryan Opticians and Aves Optometrists, @TheHakimGroup independent practices, to learn more about how he balances business ownership and family life.

Read more insights here: https://t.co/xuS7EjGjj5

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"You don’t want an extra convoluted journey, because the patient is less likely to follow through to the end," says professional affairs consultant, Nadia Siddiqi.

Here we share how locum can support patients throughout their contact lens journey. Read 👉 https://t.co/zo7MI9DTO3

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The @PlymUni has celebrated the opening of its new Centre for Eyecare Excellence, providing eye care for the local community.

Read more about the new facility → https://t.co/eDg2Uob2E5

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Sarah Lowry takes over Trusted Home Eyecare from Christopher Gould, as he prepares to retire.

Speaking about the handover he shared: “I am now very happy indeed to hand over to Sarah... She is absolutely dedicated to the profession."

Read more → https://t.co/uwIZysCxO1

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In this feature, part of our latest locum optometrist guide, we share how locums are calling time on lunch al desko, with wellbeing boosting activities that can be fitted into brief windows of time.

Read here: https://t.co/ec2oAuWSfx

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"Many established independent practices have built strong reputations within their communities, but their websites do not always reflect the quality of care they provide."

The i-Serve Group helps create clear, professional websites. Read here: https://t.co/D2P0ikHA8w

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“We’re there to help people improve their vision and improve their quality of life," says owner of McClintock Home Eyecare, Amanda Nasser.

We spoke to her about the misconceptions and benefits that come with providing domiciliary eye care. Read → https://t.co/t0cRwKgf8S

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Today marks World Menopause Day.

In case you missed it, revisit and read our article about how menopause affects women working in optics, and how employers can step up to support their staff.

Read here: https://t.co/E5kGqiWSL5

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An analysis of how ICBs in England are utilising eye care and the results of a national survey into patient experiences will be highlighted at Westminster Eye Health Day 2026.

Find out more here: https://t.co/7rJ3aD2A5r

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In our latest What's happening in... we gather the latest updates in OCT and imaging.

This edition we share updates from @GraftonOptical, @sensemedicaluk, Topcon, Heidelberg Engineering, Mainline Instruments Ltd and @BiB_Ophthalmic.

Read more here: https://t.co/BBWavFXDN5