Updates to standards of practice and a business regulation consultation were approved at the third General Optical Council meeting of the year on September 24-25.
Updates to standards for optometrists and dispensing opticians, optical students, and optical businesses will come into effect on January 1, 2025.
Following a period of consultation and feedback, the council said it improved the clarity, brevity and legal alignment of the updated standards.
Key changes included: delivering better care for patients in vulnerable circumstances; requiring registrants to identify themselves and their role and advise patients who will provide their care; maintaining appropriate professional boundaries; keeping updated on developments in digital technologies; maintaining confidentiality when sharing patient images online; and demonstrating leadership in practice.
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