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Read on Research indicates a larger role for optometry in genetic testing

Research indicates a larger role for optometry in genetic testing

A recent survey on ocular genetics completed by the University of Melbourne found optometrists have a high interest in genetic testing and gene therapy, but knowledge gaps around referral pathways still need to be bridged.

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Read on Member profile: Finding a passion for optometry with Ali Khazandi

Member profile: Finding a passion for optometry with Ali Khazandi

After struggling to find his groove early in his optometry studies, Ali credits his friends with giving him the push he needed to emerge at the end of fifth year as a top performer, delving into outreach work and earning the 2022 OV/SA Flinders University Academic Award for final year students.

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