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The article reports on a 2011 project focused on communication in optometry consultations which was done by researchers at King's College London. That communication forms the cornerstone of eye consultations through sequences of action, such as question and answer and instruction and response, is discussed. Several examples of communication are presented which show the open and closed questions. The aim of the study is to reportedly provide optometrists with resources to reflect on their practice when interacting with patients.

The article discusses the highlights of the second annual Vision Aid Overseas conference that was held in London, England on October 21, 2012. Topics on which the event focused are mentioned, including the effect and delivery of charitable eye care projects overseas. Professor David Thompson talked about innovation in optical education that can be applied to developmental settings. Doctor Imran Khan examined the nature of eye care delivery in Great Britain at the present time and in the future.

The article presents information on the Women of Vision dinner, held in October 2010, in London, England, that involved a discussion on a survey's findings. As stated, the Women of Vision Survey unveiled significant gender differences in terms of working practices, job satisfaction and future career plans. The survey was done on 800 eye care practitioners. It was found by the survey that women enjoyed the contact lens work the most.

The article discusses the highlights of a roundtable debate between optical practitioners and general practitioners (GP) in London, England on June 16, 2011. It was concluded that both professions can work towards improvements in eye care services. Optometrist Katrina Venerus, however believed that James Kingsland did an excellent job as chair. Among the topics discussed were the ageing population and the need for new ways to help take pressure off hospital eye departments.

The article reports on the event on Children's Eye Health organised by Replay Learning in London, England on November 2, 2009. The increased business and personal benefits from specializing in children's eye care is the most talked about topic during the event. The myths that practitioners have about fitting children with contact lenses have been dispelled by Caroline Christie of City University. David Ruston of Johnson & Johnson added that 97% of children who try contact lenses are satisfied with the result.

The article reports on the participation of British Prime Minister Gordon Brown in a reception for entrepreneurs at Downing Street, London, England. As part of his strategic plan "Building Britain's Future," the initiative supports high-growth companies and promises to ensure that businesses get the financing and support they need. Zoobug founder Julie Diem Le said it endorses the importance of their mission to create more awareness about eye health for children.

The article discusses the highlights of the Vision UK 200 Conference held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Center in London, England in June 2009. The event, which was hosted by Vision 2020 and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), featured more than 50 presenters, speakers and panelists. Topics tackled include eye health services, dealing with preventable sight loss and eye care.

The article discusses the highlights of the UV and Eye Health Conference in Westminster in London, England in October 2008. The latest research and clinical breakthroughs in ultraviolet (UV) protection and ocular health was the focus of the conference. Peter Charlesworth of Replay Learning gave a talk on the patient's view of UV while Elaine Grisdale spoke on glare and visual comfort.

The article presents information on the developments in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) care at the London Eye Hospital in central London, England. It is noted that the hospital has been proud to offer new treatments as they come to light since ophthalmologist Bobby Qureshi set up the unit in the early 2000s. It is mentioned that treatment with the new Ellex 2RT laser system has been initiated at the hospital.

Information on several issues discussed at a one-day conference about children's eye care hosted by Replay Learning held in London, England is presented. Topics include increasing awareness of issues related to children's eye care as well as the need for children to undergo vision examinations. The event featured several speakers including Luca Conte, Kathryn Saunders and Jenny Jim.

The article reports that building patient loyalty was the theme for this latest series of one-day courses under CIBA Vision's Academy for Eyecare Excellence banner. The events, that unfolded in London, England, provided various opportunities to learn, from lectures and fitting workshops to a poster quiz and supporting online material. The course was a part of the contact lens industry's 2009 roadshows.

The article offers information on the 5th British Contact Lens Association (BCLA) Pioneers Conference which was held in November 2008 in London, England. Australian researcher Nathan Efron challenged four British speakers to a series of debates on contentious issues in contact lenses. Six rapid-fire presentations followed on topics ranging from painted cosmetic lenses to a third-generation silicone hydrogel (SiH) lens.

Reports on the outcome of the British Contact Lens Association Australia Day in London, England in September 2003. Aim of the event; Presentation of a course on contact lens practice; Research discussed by professors Brien Holden and Debbie Sweeney of the University of New South Wales in Sydney.

Information about a conference hosted by the charity Vision Aid Overseas (VAO) that was held in London, England on the charity's quest to improve access to eye care in developing countries is presented. Topics include innovation in optometric education, global causes of blindness, and delivery of eye care in difficult to reach parts of Africa. The conference featured several eye care professionals including Dr. Uduak Udom, Dr. Robert Lindfield, and Professor David Thompson.

The article reports on the launch of vision care services within the medical polyclinic for competitors at the London 2012 Olympics athletes' village in England.

The article offers information on the Practice Made Perfect workshop held recently in London, England. Participants were curious for survival tips amid mounting pressure to raise profits and productivity in a tough retail environment. Ian Davies, vice president EMEA at The Vision Care Institute of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, told optometry practitioners that contact lenses offer lots of business opportunities.

The article profiles English optometrist Kam Koonar of El. He was qualified as optometrists in 2000 from Aston and started his professional career as a locum. He had opened Fantaseyes in Brentford, London, England and has employed a worker with disability. His Fantaseyes saw its turnover increase by 63% and another practice opened in Brentford.

The article offers information on the Johnson & Johnson roadshow held on London, England in 2010. It mentions the capability of delegates to vote on various issues during the event by selecting a green card as a sign for agreement and a red card for disagreement. It features several ophthalmologists including Jeffrey Walline and Noel Brennan.

The article informs that a meeting was conducted in the Royal Society of Medicine in London, England to launch the first eye care product of Mentholatum Co. in Europe. Ophthalmologist Teifi James was the keynote speaker at the event. He outlined the latest thinking in the management of dry eye. The another meeting which promoted the product of Mentholatum was the annual conference run by Boots Opticians at the Royal Society of Medicine in London, England.

The article presents questions and answers related to optician practice in Specsavers Optical Group Ltd. in East London, England including the longevity that the practice has been established, the number of staff employed in the company, and the main roles of the staff as well as the percentage of patients who wear contact lenses.

The article reports that optical retailer Specsavers Optical Group Ltd.'s renovated store onTottenham Court Road, London, England, was inaugrated by celebrity Christopher Biggins. It is stated that the store will have more than 1,500 frames with brands such as Osiris, Jasper Conran and Red or Dead. It will include seven testing rooms that will allow for 200 additional patients.

The article reports on the participation of Zoobug with Transitions Optical Inc. to launch a school competition on eyewear design in campaign of its ongoing Eye Know Eye Care school programme, started on June 26, 2009 in London, England. The competition named Spectacular Spectacles aimed to focus vision and eye care and is also intended to the students awareness of the new trends on eyewears. With the real production of the winning design, cash prizes awaits both the designer and the school.

The article reports on the Johnson & Johnson Vision Care's Centre of Excellence business building programme. The company will run three sessions of its programme in Manchester and London in the whole month of October 2008. Its programme will help eye care practitioners to survive in a more competitive business environment.

Information about several papers discussed at a meeting regarding the implementation of the UK Vision Strategy in London, England. Industry insiders say that the optical sector must step up its lobbying efforts if eye health is to be pushed higher up the government's agenda. According to Lesley-Anne Alexander, chair of the UK Vision Strategy Strategic Advisory Group, eye health is on the political agenda, but people need to do more locally and nationally.

This section offers news briefs related to the eye care industry. The second World Conference on Optometric Globalization which will be held from April 11 to 13, 2008 in London, England, will be hosted by the World Council of Optometry and the European Council of Optometry and Optics in conjunction with the College of Optometrists. A Library of Education Modules has been put together by the American Optometric Association.

The article reports on the launch of a new concept in orthokeratology in London, England. It explains the concept and implications of i-GO for optical practitioners and patients in Great Britain. It examines whether overnight vision correction has the capability to create a substantial niche in the contact lens market.

The article focuses on a survey of sunglass wearers conducted by The College of Optometrists in London, England as part of its campaign to raise awareness of eye health. Almost 80 percent of the under 25-year-olds surveyed admitted focusing on fashion and price before safety standards, while one in 10 will not wear sunglasses at all. The College gave key advice for consumers when choosing sunglasses.

The article reports that Vision Care for Homeless People needs volunteers to help at the Crisis headquarters in Shoreditch, London, England and at the Passage Homeless Center in London Victoria. Founder Harinder Paul and his board of trustees have been invited to the House of Lords to talk about raising funds from the leading optical bodies for the expansion plans of the charity. Vision Care has provided eye care to more than 2,000 homeless people since 2004.

The article reports on the opening of the flagship store by Dollond & Aitchison (D&A) on Regent Street in London, England on April 28, 2006. The two-story outlet provides eye care technology and frames. Andrew Bailey, commercial director for D&A, and D& CEO Andrew Ferguson remarked on the Regent Street branch.

Reports on the speeches that were presented regarding the price war for contact lens at the launch of the Johnson & Johnson daily lens Acuvue Moist at the Barbican Centre in London, England on July 13, 2005. Rob Hollin, managing director for Great Britain and Ireland, on the ability of eye care practitioners to secure consumer loyalty; Shirley Bovonsombat, senior product manager for the regions, on the significance of Practice Plan company to achieve the loyalty; Independent dispensing optician Shelly Bansal on using the Practice Plan.

Explains the position of the College of Optometrists in London, England on the introduction of integrated eye care services. Involvement of some members of the college in the services; Factors that should be considered by the college in participating in the schemes.

Reports on the Vision 2005 conference that will be held in London, England in April. Theme of the conference; Speakers in the event; Activities that will be initiated as part of the event.

Reports on the launching of a code of practice for domiciliary eye care in London, England on December 7, 2004. Aim of a campaign by the Department of Health that was launched with the code; Professional bodies which will issue the code of practice; Estimated number of elderly people without eye care.

Reports on the announcement of the bidding process winners for the eye care pathways pilot project by British health minister Rosie Winterton in London, England. Coverage of the project; Significance of the project.

Reports on a debate on optimum vision correction method hosted by the Royal Society of Medicine in London, England. Advantages of using contact lens; Comparison of the effectiveness of contact lens and spectacles; Percentage of attendees who favored the use of contact lens.

Reports on the retirement of optometrist Russell Cropman on November 29, 2003. Information on his practice in the eye care service industry of London, England.

Reports that a scheme aimed at helping optometrists benefit from the opportunities created by refractive surgery has been launched to coincide with the opening of the Advance VisionCare clinic in London, England. Comments from General Manager Nick Atkins about optometrists; Estimated percentage of patients considering laser eye surgery seek advice of their optometrists, according to a research.

Presents an article on an experience of working at one of the Crisis Open Christmas shelters in London, England, providing eye care for the homeless. Equipment used for providing eye care; Donors for the program; Advantages of carrying out eye examinations at the Crisis Open Christmas.