
Welcome to The College of Optometrists' podcast. Hosted by our Clinical Advisers, the podcast covers the latest research, cutting-edge technology, and advancements in eye care. Join respected industry leaders, expert clinicians, and patients as they share unique insights, real-life experiences, and practical tips for maintaining eye health.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 109 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Health & Fitness | |||

College Clinical Advisor Denise Voon MCOptom talks to Dr Louise Gow, Head of Eye Health, Optometry and Low Vision, and Preeti Singla, Optometry and Low Vision Engagement Manager, both at the RNIB.
They discuss their work developing the Adult Low Vis... more
At the end of another busy year for the College, Clinical Advisers Dr Paramdeep Bilkhu MCOptom and Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom MBE discuss the main highlights from this year and what we can expect going into 2026.
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College Clinical Advisers Denise Voon MCOptom, Dr Paramdeep Bilkhu MCOptom, and Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom MBE discuss the recent news from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) approving the first low-dose atropine tr... more
Four optometry students at different stages of their optometry journey share insights about their experience so far.
They talk about why they chose optometry, how they've found their courses so far and share advice and tips for succeeding and gettin... more
Starting your journey in optometry can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. In this episode, College Clinical Adviser Denise Voon MCOptom talks to Dr Sam Strong, Lecturer of Vision Science at Aston University, about how optometry students can mak... more
College Clinical Adviser Denise Voon MCOptom speaks to Nazaradden Ibrahim, Global Technical Lead for Eye Health in the West Africa Region for the charity Sightsavers.
They discuss the work of Sightsavers, including how they operate in different coun... more
College Clinical Adviser Denise Voon MCOptom talks to Dr Jasleen Jolly DPhil MSc FCOptom, Optometrist and Associate Professor in Vision Science, about her research into the psychology of sight loss.
They discuss topics including how best to communic... more
To mark the 100th anniversary of Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO), four past editors — Neil Charman, Bernard Gilmartin, Christine Dickinson, and David Elliott — along with the current editor, Mark Rosenfield, sat down for a special podcast t... more









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This series centers on eye care, optometry research, and practical clinical insights from leading practitioners and researchers. Episodes frequently cover advances in technology (such as OCT and AI considerations in eye care), regulatory and policy developments (MHRA approvals, NICE cost-effectiveness discussions, prescribing rights for optometrists), patient experience and access issues (low vision services, accessibility for autistic patients, misconceptions and stigma around vision loss), and the evolving landscape of optometry publishing and education. Visitors can expect candid discussions on clinical decision-making, ethics and equity in care, and real-world implications for practice, patients, and communities. A standout pattern is t... more
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