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1. Knowledge and skills amongst optometrists in public and private sectors in India.

Author

Arvind, Anitha, Clarke-Farr, Peter C., and Naidoo, Kovin S.

Subjects
*OPTOMETRISTS, *PRIVATE sector, *PUBLIC sector, *EYE care, *BACHELOR'S degree, *EYE examination, *PREDICTIVE tests
Abstract

Background: Optometrists with different levels of optometric education in India provide eye care services under various capacities to the public. Aim: The study evaluated the status of optometrists in terms of their knowledge, skills and frequency of skill utilisation in public and private sectors. Setting: A quantitative study design was adopted using a survey questionnaire that was distributed to optometrists providing eye care services in public and private sectors. Methods: A structured and validated questionnaire with closed-ended questions was administered to 650 participants. Results: A total of 400 completed questionnaires were received (response rate = 62%) of which 207 respondents were males (52%) and 193 females (48%). Most (57%) of the respondents were bachelor's degree holders with 86% of the respondents in the private sector and 14% in the public sector. The knowledge level of ancillary and diagnostic tests (69%) was the least amongst public sector optometrists whilst it was binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy (66%) for private sector optometrists. The skill levels in indirect ophthalmoscopy was least amongst the public sector (56%) and private sector (44%) optometrists. Indirect ophthalmoscopy showed the least frequency of skill utilisation amongst public sector (13%) and private sector (34%) optometrists. Conclusion: The study highlighted the need for mandating best practice standards, and expanding the scope of defined practice, as optometrists are better suited for diagnostic roles and comprehensive eye examinations, and can contribute effectively towards averting preventable blindness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2021
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3. Optometric use of a teleophthalmology service in rural Western Australia: comparison of two prospective audits.

Author

O'Day, Roderick, Smith, Constance, Muir, Josephine, and Turner, Angus

Subjects
*EYE care, *TELEMEDICINE, *OPHTHALMOLOGY, *OPTOMETRY, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE diseases, *AUDITING, *EYE examination, *LONGITUDINAL method, *MEDICAL care, *MEDICAL needs assessment, *MEDICAL referrals, *RURAL population, *THERAPEUTICS
Abstract

Background: Lions Outback Vision provides a telehealth service ('the telehealth service') to rural and remote communities in Western Australia aiming to deliver timely ophthalmic care to this underserved population. A number of barriers to its use were identified by an initial prospective audit. A multifaceted intervention was designed to increase the use of the telehealth service by optometrists.Methods: Optometrists referred patients from rural and remote Western Australia to the telehealth service. Two five-month prospective audits of the telehealth service were compared. The first, in 2012, was prior to the implementation of the intervention. The second, in 2014, was during the period of the intervention, which included logistical support, remuneration to optometrists, a more user-friendly referral pathway and awareness raising. The outcome measures were the number of consultations conducted during the two audit periods and other quantitative changes to the telehealth service.Results: After implementation of the intervention, use of the telehealth service increased 3.5 fold. A greater percentage of referrals were for non-urgent conditions (145 [69 per cent] versus 16 [32 per cent], p < 0.001) and less consultations recommended follow up with an ophthalmologist in clinic (42 [20 per cent] versus 17 [28 per cent], p = 0.04). Imaging studies were frequently used to supplement information provided by the referrer to the specialist during both audit periods.Conclusions: Optometrists used the telehealth service more frequently after the implementation of an intervention that addressed the barriers to its use. This has a number of potential benefits to rural and remote ocular health service provision in Australia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2016
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5. A GUIDE TO OCT ANGIOGRAPHY.

Author

Blum, Karen

Subjects
OCULAR radiography, ANGIOGRAPHY, CAROTID artery, CATARACT surgery, CONFIDENCE, EYE care, EYE examination, OPHTHALMIC surgery, OPTOMETRISTS, MEDICAL practice, PATIENT compliance, RETINA, OPTICAL coherence tomography, PHYSICIANS' attitudes
Published
2018

6. Imaging preferences shift as technologies, therapies evolve: Changes in the types of imaging used by physicians are being recognized.

Author

Charters, Lynda and Patel Finn, Avni

Subjects
*EYE care, *MEDICAL technology, *PHYSICIANS' attitudes, *OPHTHALMOLOGISTS, *MEDICAL care use, *OPTOMETRISTS, *OPTICAL coherence tomography, *PHOTOGRAPHY, *ANGIOGRAPHY, *EYE examination, *MEDICARE, *EYE diseases
Abstract

The article discusses research which analyzed Medicare recipients from 2013 to 2020 to determine the recent trends in ophthalmic imaging and the technologies that ophthalmologists and optometrists prefer. Topics covered include the increase in the use of optical computed tomography (OCT), various OCT modalities with the highest volume of usage, and the increase in the overall volume of ophthalmic imaging services utilized for the recipients during the study period.

Published
2022

7. Working in partnership.

Author

Williams, Don

Subjects
*EYE care, *OPTOMETRISTS, *OPTOMETRY, *EYE examination, *OPHTHALMOLOGISTS
Published
2018

8. HELP IS AT HAND.

Author

Topia, Farah and Leonard, Henry

Subjects
*EYE care, *OPTOMETRY, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE examination, *OPHTHALMIC lenses
Published
2018

9. Refraction Revisited.

Author

KIRKNER, RICHARD MARK

Subjects
REFRACTION (Optics), EYE care, OPTOMETRISTS, EYE examination, REFRACTIVE errors
Abstract

The article offers an overview of refraction technologies designed for in-office or mobile use. It highlights developments in automated refraction technology, as well as the approach of eyecare professionals to building their practices using automated refraction technology. Examples of device manufacturers' packaging of digital phoropters with other devices as fully automated examination lanes are presented. It also discusses the emergence of ergonomics and digital/mobile refraction methods.

Published
2015

10. HOW TO OFFER OCULAR NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS.

Author

Devries, Douglas K.

Subjects
OCULAR radiography, EYE diseases, ANGIOGRAPHY, CONTACT lenses, DIETARY supplements, DRUG prescribing, EYE care, EYE examination, OPTOMETRISTS, OPTOMETRY, PATIENT compliance, PHYSICIAN-patient relations, WORK environment, WORLD Wide Web, OPHTHALMOLOGY equipment, PHYSICIAN practice patterns, OPTICAL coherence tomography, TREATMENT effectiveness, PHYSICIANS' attitudes, THERAPEUTICS
Published
2018

11. MY AOP LOCUM LOGBOOK.

Author

Searle, Jason

Subjects
*OPTOMETRISTS, *OPTOMETRY, *EYE care, *EYE examination, *CONTACT lenses
Published
2018

13. "Improving patient care".

Subjects
*EYE care, *OPTOMETRY, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE examination, *CONTACT lenses
Published
2018

14. "A better way of record keeping".

Author

Wingate, Nick and Burford, Matt

Subjects
*OPTOMETRISTS, *OPTOMETRY, *PATHOLOGY, *EYE care, *EYE examination
Published
2018

16. AS EASY AS A B SEE.

Author

Box, Serena

Subjects
*OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE care, *EYE examination, *VISION testing, TREATMENT of vision disorders
Published
2018

17. ON SET WITH THE AOP.

Author

Parmar, Bhavnisha

Subjects
*OPTOMETRY, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE care, *EYE examination, *OPTICIANS, *SOCIETIES
Published
2018

22. DRY EYE DX AND TX. WHO'S TAKING CARE OF YOUR EYES?

Author

GAUME GIANNONI, AMBER

Subjects
ANTIBIOTICS, STEROID drugs, DRY eye syndromes, OPHTHALMIC drugs, EYE pain, ANTERIOR chamber (Eye), COMBINATION drug therapy, CONTACT lenses, EDEMA, EYE care, EYE examination, HEADACHE, KERATITIS, OPTOMETRISTS, OPTOMETRY, DECISION making in clinical medicine, DIAGNOSIS, THERAPEUTICS
Published
2018

23. INDUSTRY BRIEFS.

Subjects
PRESBYOPIA, EYEGLASSES, CONTACT lenses, EYE care, EYE examination, HEALTH promotion, OPTOMETRISTS, PATIENT-professional relations, OPTOMETRY, PATIENT safety, VISION disorders, MANUFACTURING industries, LASIK, THERAPEUTICS
Published
2018

24. Untitled.

Author

Schaeffer, Jack

Subjects
EYE diseases, EYEGLASSES, CONTACT lenses, DRUG prescribing, EYE care, EYE examination, OPTOMETRISTS, OPTOMETRY, OPHTHALMOLOGY equipment, PHYSICIAN practice patterns, THERAPEUTICS
Published
2018

25. COLLABORATION IN AN HMO.

Author

LEWANDOWSKA, BEATA I.

Subjects
COMMUNICATION, EYE care, EYE examination, GIANT cell arteritis, HEALTH maintenance organizations, INTERPROFESSIONAL relations, OPTOMETRISTS, MEDICAL quality control, MEDICAL referrals, GENERAL practitioners, VISION disorders, OCCUPATIONAL roles, ACCESS to information
Published
2017

26. Smart Vision Labs and VOSH Announce Donation Program Partnership.

Author

KARP, ANDREW

Subjects
CHARITABLE uses, trusts, & foundations, EYE care, AUTOREFRACTORS, OPTOMETRISTS, EYE examination
Abstract

The article reports on the donation program partnership of SVOne smartphone-based autorefractor maker Smart Vision Labs and Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (VOSH) International, a provider of vision care to people in need. It discusses the benefits of the SVOne autorefractor for student chapters of VOSH and student optometrists in terms of providing vision care during outreach eye missions in remote areas.

Published
2015

27. News.

Subjects
*OPTOMETRY, *EYE examination, *ADVERTISING campaigns, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE care
Abstract

This section offers news briefs on optometry. Pope Francis visited optometrist Alessandro Spieza of Ottica Spieza in Italy for an eye-exam. An inaugural advertising campaign to highlight the importance of visiting optometrists has been launched by the Optometry Northern Ireland (ONI) in connection with the National Eye Health Week 2015. A new training course has been published by Abdo College in Great Britain in behalf of Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers (WCSM).

Published
2015

28. Visus writes: Competency and piecemeal commissioning.

Subjects
*OPTICIANS, *OPTOMETRISTS, *MEDICAL referrals, *EYE care, *EYE examination
Abstract

The article offers the author's insights on the competence of opticians in England. Topics discussed include the role of Primary Eye-care Assessment and Referral Service (PEARS) and Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) for accreditation of optometrists, the importance of referral schemes for patients, and the need of opticians to undergo clinical development.

Published
2015

29. A reply to Sandip Doshi and Bryony Pawinska's letters.

Subjects
*OPTICIANS, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE care, *EYE examination
Abstract

The article offers the author's insights on the role of opticians for eyecare in Great Britain. Topics discussed include regulations implemented by General Ophthalmic Service (GOS) and National Health Service (NHS) concerning eye care and examination, the implication of eye examination price increase for eye health of patients, and the importance for the government to provide fund on eye health.

Published
2015

30. The Frisby stereotest: introduction and review.

Subjects
*OPTOMETRISTS, *OPTOMETRY, *VISION testing equipment, *STEREOSCOPIC views, *EYE examination, *EYE care
Abstract

The article attempts to improve the practice of optometrists using the Frisby stereotest. It suggests the need of optometrists to routinely check for binocular single vision (BSV). It recommends to help optometrists decide if and when to use the Frisby stereotest. It also discusses some issues of general relevance when using stereotests.

Published
2015

31. Where next for GOS-.

Subjects
*EYE care, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE examination, *OPTOMETRY, *PROFESSIONAL fees
Abstract

The article discusses the white paper "The General Ophthalmic Services (GOS)," which examines the aspects of GOS in England and Wales. Topics include the call for urgent review of the GOS claiming that optometrists only perform basic tests as compliance with the National Health Service (NHS) England, the warning of NHS to withdraw the fees that were inappropriately paid and actions to be taken by the NHS ahead of the May 2015 general election.

Published
2015

32. Looking back at a year of Energeyes success.

Author

Uhler, Mark J.

Subjects
*OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE care, *EYE examination, *EMPLOYEE health promotion, *SOCIETIES
Abstract

The article offers updates on the Energeyes Association as of February 2015. Topics covered include the formation of the association on September 1, 2013, information on the association's Board of Directors, the number of corporate optometrists from various companies, such as Walmart, Target and Costco, that have become members of the association, and programs launched by the institution, such as its mentoring program, webinar series, Product Purchasing Program and student program.

Published
2015

33. Professional, legal and ethical considerations for domiciliary care.

Subjects
*EYE care, *OPTOMETRISTS, *OPTICIANS, *EYE examination
Abstract

The article discusses the legal framework within which services like domiciliary eye care are undertaken in Great Britain. Details of the National Health Service (NHS) provision for domiciliary eye care and the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities of optometrists are discussed. It is said that 481,674 NHS domiciliary sight tests were carried out in Great Britain during 2011-12.

Published
2014

34. Untiteled.

Subjects
*EYE care, *OPTOMETRISTS, *EYE examination, *LIFESTYLES
Abstract

The article focuses on an eye health leaflet circulated by Local Optical Committee (LOC), an organisation for optometrists in Devon, England, during National Eye Health Week as of October 2014. It reports that topics covered by the leaflet included who pays for eye tests, finding local practices, diet and lifestyle and eye health and vision. Also presented are the views of Fiona Hiscox, ophthalmic public health lead for the LOC, regarding the same.

Published
2014

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