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Artificial intelligence 2 Anterior eye and AI

In a continuation of our AI series, Singapore based researchers Zhen Ling Teo and Daniel Shu Wei Ting describe advances in AI applications with respect to anterior eye conditions

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Hypertension and the eye

Sarah Arnold walks us through another intriguing patient case, highlighting the important role optometrists play in systemic disease detection

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Improving practice communication: part 3 - I can DO that!

This third article by Fiona Anderson, highlights the skillset and role of the dispensing optician

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Counterfeit contact lenses

Claire McDonnell explores the known pitfalls of buying counterfeit contact lenses, often bought online, and what can be done about them

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Gut health – more than meets the eye?

Exploring the gut-ocular axis: Unravelling the link
between gut health and ocular conditions. Dr Sunni Patel looks into gut and eye health and the interconnected nature of our bodily systems

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Improving practice communication: part 2 Triage, referral pathways and red flags

Fiona Anderson discusses the differing referral pathways within the UK effective triage and recognising red flags that require immediate referral

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TFOS Lifestyle: Part 1 – Impact of contact lenses on the ocular surface

Sarah Farrant and Nikolina Budimlija consider how contact lens and lifestyle choices can affect lens wear and success

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Fitting children’s frames

Communicating with both children and parents can be challenging. Sally Bates discusses effective communication strategies and paediatric frame fitting

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Ocular complications of a rare viral infection

Sarah Arnold describes a rare patient case of ocular complications following travel abroad

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A practical guide to the TFOS Lifestyle report

Dr Byki Huntjens, Dr Jelle Vehof and Dave Block provide a summary of the recent TFOS Lifestyle report

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