The World Council of Optometry has announced that the 4th World Congress of Optometry will now be held from September 8-10, 2023 in Melbourne. O=MEGA21 will proceed as scheduled for an Australian and regional audience from September 2-4 2021 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
A new scoring system to make it easier for optometrists to manage choroidal naevi and detect ocular melanomas has been developed but its creators need Australian optometrists’ help to validate the system.
Following a decision by MBA to move to a new platform to service its association clients, Optometry Australia has resolved that it can no longer support the promotion and sale of MBA products and services.
An article from our Advantage Program partner National Auto Service, specialised in servicing & completing mechanical inspections on light vehicles nationwide
Optometry Australia is introducing two additional new member services – coaching and mentoring – designed to support members’ career development and mental wellbeing.
Widespread use of face masks during the coronavirus pandemic is leading to a new phenomenon – mask-associated dry eye or MADE.
Li Chen from Eyecare Plus Lake Munmorah in NSW managed to save an estimated $1080 (inc GST) off her annual electricity bill with our partners at Make it Cheaper.
Read in September’s Pharma how the TGA’s Black Triangle Scheme provides a pathway to report adverse events when using new medications including ophthalmic preparations.
We have curated a range of online education offerings that members can access via our Institute of Excellence and that will help them meet their CPD requirements.
A video of a simulated patient having an eye examination shows that respiratory droplets can spread up to five metres after a patient coughs including onto the slitlamp, breath shield and the practitioner including their hair, hands, shoes and clothes.
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.
