Recognising the importance of community and solidarity, and making a significant step toward raising awareness for mental health initiatives, Optometry Australia proudly announces its participation in the Push Up Challenge in June.
US-based company Ascertain has invested $18 million in Eyetelligence, a Melbourne-based healthtech company which uses advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology and retinal imaging to screen for eye and systemic diseases.
Working in regional and rural areas is an incredibly rewarding experience, but comes with steep learning curves. OV/SA recognise these challenges and have run the peer mentoring program since 2019.
After graduating from Flinders University in 2018 with a Master of Optometry, South-Australian optometrist Sam Hobbs set his sights on exploring the broad spectrum of opportunities the profession has to offer.
Prominent in the mainstream media this week is a story around a study which has found perfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS ‘forever chemicals’, in soft contact lenses.
After a period of transition, Optometry Australia has announced that Skye Cappuccio, Interim CEO since October 2022, has been confirmed as permanent CEO of the organisation.
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.
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.
