Young Optical Instruments

We have seen a great deal of interest in our digital imaging systems, which use the new Mega Pixel video camera or the Nikon D1 and Coolpix digital cameras. These systems offer between 400 per cent and 750 per cent better resolution than standard PAL video cameras. The new Medmont E-300 corneal topography system has been very well received in hospitals and now, many contact lens fitters consider corneal topography to be essential. The Nikon Retinomax K-Plus 2 hand-held autorefractor/keratometer has also been a good seller as it just as accurate as a table-mounted version but takes up far less space. With added benefits of a Retro Mode for cataract detection and it is also ideal for domiciliary visits. There has been some interest in linking the data output from the Nikon Remote Vision Optester to a paperless practice management system allowing refraction data, K readings and lensmeter data to be sent to a database at the touch of a button saving time and the possibility of errors. The biggest problem we have encountered this year is the decision by the DVLA to change its policy regarding visual field tests for drivers to accept only the Binocular Esterman Test. This affected the Medmont M700 Field Screener, as it did not have the facility as Medmont considered two monocular field tests to be superior to one binocular test. Medmont has now introduced new software which includes a binocular Esterman Test which should satisfy the DVLA, although we are still waiting for final confirmation of this. Young Optical expects sales of all high technology instruments to increase next year. email: ron@young-optical.co.uk