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Sound Optometry

Sound Optometry
Optometry
Brain Tumours
Mental Health
Headaches
Stress
Burnout
Menopause
Eye Examination
Hormonal Changes
Psychiatry
Mental Wellbeing
GOC Registered Optometrists
Chemotherapy
Radiotherapy
Awake Craniotomy
Connor Mccann
Docet
Astrocytoma
Primary Care
Glaucoma

Sound Optometry is the podcast from Docet that provides high quality continuing professional development (CPD) for fully-qualified UK-GOC-registered optometrists practising in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Each month, we’ll be exploring the topics that matter most to us optometrists with case studies and in-depth conversations. You can gain 1 CPD point by listening to this podcast and comp... more

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When we think about binocular vision (BV), we typically focus on the paediatric cohort. But there are hundreds of thousands of adults across the UK who have developed BV issues later in life, including double vision. This can be a clinical challenge ... more

More than 1,500 cataract operations are carried out every day across the UK, making it one of the most common types of elective surgery undertaken by the NHS. But there are significant challenges facing cataract service delivery, with many patients —... more

Vitreoretinal problems can arise as a natural part of ageing but in some patients, something more sinister could be at play. What are the signs of vitreomacular interface disorder pathogenesis that optometrists should be picking up on in practice?

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It’s thought that over half of the world’s population experience a headache disorder, and almost all of us have experienced the symptoms at some point in our lives. Headaches can be caused by many different factors — both visual and non-visual — and ... more

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Recent Guests

Pauline Brand
Retired healthcare worker who experienced adult binocular vision issues and later underwent treatment
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Episode: 57: Adult Diplopia – Double the trouble?
Nadeem Ali
Consultant ophthalmologist
London Squint Clinic
Episode: 57: Adult Diplopia – Double the trouble?
Magdalena Edington
High Volume Cataract Surgeon at Optegra, previously at Golden Jubilee Hospital in Scotland
Optegra
Episode: 56: Cataract Surgery – Meeting challenges and reducing risk
Nav Chana
A doctor in London and chairman of the National Association of Primary Care.
Episode: 54: Headaches – Causes and clinical management
Hilary Hodgson
Optometrist working in community practice and university teaching clinic, also an assessor at the College of Optometrists.
Episode: 54: Headaches – Causes and clinical management
Bryan Murphy
Consultant Dermatologist at Cathedral Health in Belfast
Cathedral Health
Episode: 53: Periorbital Skin conditions – What’s an optometrist to do?
Lorcan Butler
Optometrist at The Brain Tumour Charity
The Brain Tumour Charity
Episode: 52: 52: Brain tumours, 2 – Red flags for referral
Connor McCann
UK Practicing Optometrist diagnosed with an astrocytoma, grade two.
Episode: 51: Brain tumours, Part 1 – A unique perspective
Rosie Creer
Principal Optometrist for Diabetes at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital
Manchester Royal Eye Hospital
Episode: 50: Diabetic retinopathy – Dots and blots of significance

Host

Michelle Hanratty
Primary host affiliated with Docet, focusing on optometry practice and patient care.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Good concept

    Love the idea of a podcast, although seems to defeat the purpose of audio learning if you then have to go and read several articles before answering the questions.

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    Domino_🌟
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Great quality!

    Clear sound, well directed and pertinent topics. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
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    KanvasP
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Well-directed with practical, engaging discussions.

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56: Cataract Surgery – Meeting challenges and reducing risk
Q: What can optometrists do to help reduce the risk of potential delay for cataract surgery patients?
They should optimize treatable conditions such as blepharitis and ensure patients are not wearing contact lenses before surgery to improve the ocular surface condition and measurement accuracy.
56: Cataract Surgery – Meeting challenges and reducing risk
Q: What do you think are the current challenges in providing timely access to cataract surgery on the NHS across the UK?
There are significant variations in access and funding, and patients may be redirected to high-volume treatment centers based on capacity and diagnosis.
53: Periorbital Skin conditions – What’s an optometrist to do?
Q: What types of conditions tend to affect the eye and the periocular region?
Bryan discusses the importance of understanding both benign and concerning skin conditions, including allergic rashes, inflammatory conditions, and recognizing red flags for serious issues.
53: Periorbital Skin conditions – What’s an optometrist to do?
Q: Why do you think it's important for optometrists to have a better understanding of dermatology in general?
Bryan emphasizes that due to delays and shortages in accessing dermatologists, optometrists often see patients with skin concerns before they meet anyone else medical, making it essential to recognize these issues early.
51: Brain tumours, Part 1 – A unique perspective
Q: What do you want optometrists to know about brain tumours?
Brain tumours are important to diagnose correctly; if you suspect one, refer to the eye hospital immediately. However, they're not a life sentence, and many positives can emerge even after a diagnosis.

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What is Sound Optometry about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series provides in-depth conversations and case-focused discussions on optometry practice, with a strong emphasis on eye health, service delivery, and collaboration between optometrists and ophthalmology specialists. Recent episodes cover topics such as cataract and vitreomacular conditions, headaches in optometry, diabetic retinopathy, enhanced optometric services, and primary angle closure management, often featuring clinicians, researchers, and practitioners who focus on improving patient outcomes and system efficiency. A standout trait is the blend of clinical insight with practical workflow considerations and strategic NHS/ICS context, making it useful for CPD-minded professionals seeking actionable takeaways and up-to-date perspe... more

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1. Pauline Brand
2. Nadeem Ali
3. Magdalena Edington
4. Nav Chana
5. Hilary Hodgson
6. Bryan Murphy
7. Lorcan Butler
8. Connor McCann

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