GCU Blog Post: Transforming Eye Care in Scotland
Professor Anita Simmers, Dean of the School of Health and Life Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), has released a blogpost about the MOptom course. The article been published by …
ABDO announces return to 100% Optical as it celebrates 100 years
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) has announced its return to 100% Optical, the UK’s leading event for the optical profession. They have announced the event will take place …
Update: eOphthalmic payment system issues
Good afternoon, IT made a change to the eOphthalmic system on Thursday 27th of November. We are seeing an improvement at our end. If you are still experiencing issues with …
AOP has responded to NHS investment confirmed by the Chancellor
The Association of Optometrists (AOP) have responded to the statement from the chancellor which confirms Investment for the NHS “must extend to the whole of primary care” to successfully deliver …
Funding Opportunity For Primary & Community Care Practitioners Now Open
The National Centre for Remote and Rural Health and Care (the Centre) has announced a small allocation of funding to support remote, rural and island primary and community health and care …
The AOP and College road safety week announcement
The AOP announce regular sight tests are the best form of defence in helping to prevent and slow eye conditions that impact a drivers ability During Road Safety Week, The …
The AOP response to the PAC Report
The Association of Optometrists (AOP) responds to Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report on the NHS backlog in elective care Responding Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of the AOP, said: “The PAC’s …
AOP Announce New education unveiled for 100% Optical
The AOP have announced more CPD sessions for 2026 to deepen delegates clinical knowledge and showcase innovation in eye care The AOP have detailed a second release of the education …
New Development for Vision Rehabilitation in Scotland
A new development in vision rehabilitation is underway in Scotland, the University of Strathclyde has launched two new pioneering courses aimed at transforming support for adults experiencing visual impairment. The …
OS Manifesto Published
OPTOMETRY SCOTLAND LAUNCHES MANIFESTO CALLING FOR ACTION TO PROTECT SIGHT AND SECURE THE FUTURE OF EYE CARE Community optometry vital to tackling NHS pressures and preventing avoidable blindness Optometry Scotland …