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The RCOphth seeks a Lay Advisory Group (LAG) member

Mar 26
2021

The RCOphth seeks a Lay Advisory Group (LAG) member in supporting the RCOphth in the advancement of the science and practice of ophthalmology and representing lay opinion to the College. It is an interesting time to be involved in ophthalmology, there are many new initiatives and the pace of change is quickening. The RCOphth seeks additional members

  • 26 March 2021

Glaucoma, Isolation and Kindness: the role opthamologists play in creating a brighter world 

Mar 11
2021

We asked Professor Peter Shah (BSc (Hons), MB ChB, FRCOphth, FRCP Edin, MA (Distinction), Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Institute of Translational Medicine, UHB. Visiting Professor at University College London, Honorary Professor of Glaucoma, Centre for Health & Social Care Improvement, University of Wolverhampton and

  • 11 March 2021

Ophthalmologists reduce glaucoma related blindness

Mar 10
2021

The World Glaucoma Association (WGA) aims to raise awareness of glaucoma through the World Glaucoma Week (7th-13th March).  This year’s theme is The world is bright, save your sight! It reflects the hope that, with regular testing and access to treatment, people continue to see the world and continue to enjoy its beauty, charm, and

  • 10 March 2021

International Women’s Day – Driving Innovation In Ophthalmology By Choosing to Challenge

Mar 08
2021

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is ‘Choose to Challenge’. We asked members of The Royal College of Ophthalmologists to share their reflections on this theme.  Research and science The college recognises research is vital in health care and plays a key role in patient care. Academic ophthalmology in the UK continues to be world leading.

  • 8 March 2021

Female Ophthalmologists create innovation in research

Mar 08
2021

For International Women’s Day we have asked lead female writers who have contributed to Eye Journal this year to share how their work is creating innovation within the ophthalmic community. Usha Chakravarthy Usha Chakravarthy’s paper on the Impact of macular fluid volume fluctuations on visual acuity during anti-VEGF therapy in eyes with nAMD exemplifies the

  • 8 March 2021