As a member of Optometry Australia, you can take advantage of our Optometry Advisor Help Desk, a valuable resource that can assist you in all facets of your day-to-day work.
Optometry Victoria South Australia sat down with James to hear about his thoughts on how optometry can adapt to a changing world and his upcoming keynote address, “The Power of Consensus”, which he’ll deliver at O=MEGA23/WCO4 in September.
An opportunity is available for an optometrist to support the establishment of an integrated and comprehensive model of eye care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Alice Springs region.
As we approach Myopia Awareness Week, the eye health sector is being urged to ensure myopia management is an essential part of child eye health. O=MEGA23/WCO4 will feature the latest research around myopia as part of its rich and diverse conference program.
A South Australian hospital has introduced a new, innovative model of care that will see optometrists working in collaboration with ophthalmologists to reduce patient waiting times and improve access to primary eye care.
As the Federal treasurer’s speech concludes on tonight’s budget, Optometry Australia CEO Skye Cappuccio shares her take on the areas impacting our profession.
Optometry Victoria South Australia has released an update to the guide, Information to optometrists assessing fitness to drive, to guide members in their important role in assessing patients fitness to drive.
Late last year, OV/SA and other Victorian eye health sector stakeholders provided input for the Embedding Eye Health Prevention pilot project. As a result of this project, you may receive an increase in the number of patients referred to you for an eye examination.
Nominations are now open for Optometry Victoria South Australia’s newly unveiled Rising Star and Optometrist of the Year awards, as well as nominations for the renewed Life Member award.
Optometry Australia has commended the Federal Minister for Health, Mark Butler, on the Strengthening Medicare initiatives that have been announced ahead of the 9 May Federal Budget.
In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), not all optometry practices are currently open or seeing patients outside of urgent eye health services. Optometrists have been advised to use their clinical judgement to determine if appointments can be postponed.
We recommend calling your optometrist and discussing your eye health concerns with them to determine if an appointment is necessary.
You can also use our Find an Optometrist function to find an optometrist near you providing telehealth and/or urgent care services. Urgent care is care that can’t be postponed without risk to your health or wellbeing. This may include replacing lost or broken glasses, or investigating red or sore eyes or sudden changes in vision.
