In focus: DO erasure a gloomy moment for colorimetry

Scottish dispensing optician Ian Jordan was last week erased from the GOC register after it proved a raft of allegations including misconduct when recommending tinted lenses to children with sensory and behavioural difficulties.

Jordan’s high-profile case drew attention from national media, and responses from members of the profession standing by the evidence for other uses of colorimetry have followed.

Jordan, who had been suspended by the GOC since August last year, faced seven allegation categories that included failing to ensure findings were reviewed by an optometrist, obtain informed consent, maintain adequate records or make appropriate referral.

The fitness to practise committee also heard allegations relating to providing sufficient information on the risks and benefits of lenses, acting outside the scope of practice by diagnosing conditions and inappropriate assessment and recommendation.