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OVC Nov 2025: Can optometrists correct for visual inequity? (Recorded Webcast)

Available from: 16/11/2025 (AEDT)

Where to publish: https://lms.optometry.org.au/course/view.php?id=955

Provider: OA National Provider

Contact: Optometry Australia Optometry Australia, [E] cpd@optometry.org.au, [P] 96688550

Activity Outline

This presentation will provide an overview of the key determinants that impact visual outcomes, it will explore equity in provision of eyecare, offering examples, and provide a discussion of the role optometrists can play, personally and professionally, in responding to improve equity in eyecare. 

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the role optometrists can play, personally and professionally, in bridging disparities in eye care for those settling as refugees
  • Discuss how a range of factors can intersect to impact visual outcomes for a diversity of groups
  • Discuss practical strategies to prepare optometric practices for inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive care delivery

Max CPD hours awarded: 1.5

Session Information

Name
Can optometrists correct for visual inequity
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
1
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1.5

Acknowledgement of Country

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.