CPD Ref: C-113697
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical Practice, Specialty CPD (IP)
Around half of the UK population experiences a skin condition each year, and optometrists often encounter ocular or periocular effects of conditions such as eczema and rosacea. In this episode of Sound Optometry, dermatologist Dr Bryan Murphy discusses common skin conditions seen in community practice and advises when optometrists can manage them or should refer.
Topics: Atopy, Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Allergies, Benign lesions, Malignant lesions, Auto-immune disease, Prescribing, Topical steroids.
CPD Ref: C-113373
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice
Building on Episode 51’s discussion of brain tumours, this episode features optometrist Lorcan Butler from the Brain Tumour Charity, who explains how he helps eyecare practitioners recognise suspicious neuro-ophthalmological signs and symptoms.
Topics: Brain tumours, Neuro-ophthalmology, Idiopathic intracranial hypertension, Papilloedema, Optic disc drusen, Optic disc, Communication, Referrals, Breaking bad news.
CPD Ref: C-112818
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Communication, Professionalism
Around one-third of those with a brain tumour experience visual problems, making optometrists key in early detection, though they should also be aware of non-visual symptoms. In this episode, optometrist Connor McCann shares his personal experience with a brain tumour to help colleagues improve their communication and empathy when delivering difficult news.
Topics: Brain tumours, Neuro-ophthalmology, Communication, Professionalism, Epilepsy, Referrals, Breaking bad news, Health and safety in the workplace.
CPD Ref: C-112573
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication
In this recorded webinar, Dr Rosalind Creer, lead optometrist at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, discusses the signs and symptoms of diabetic retinopathy. She provides an overview of the diabetic eye-screening programme, including recent updates. The lecture also covers referral pathways, treatment options, and key indicators for initiating treatment.
Topics: Diabetes, Diabetic retinopathy, Diabetic maculopathy, Diabetic retinal screening programme, HbA1c, Panretinal photocoagulation, Anti-vegf treatment, Diabetic eye disease.
CPD Ref: C-100639
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The first part in this five-part series on Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) examines the anatomy of the macula, key risk factors, prevalence data, and the presenting signs and symptoms.
Topics: AMD Series, Retina, Macula, Risk factors, NICE NG82, OCT, Smoking, Drusen, Wet, Dry, Diet, Anatomy, Neovascular, Prevalence, Charles Bonnet, Active, Inactive, Classification.
CPD Ref: C-100641
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In the second part of this series, we explore the physiology and clinical examination of the macula to help identify AMD and other macular conditions. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation of OCT imaging to facilitate accurate differential diagnosis.
Topics: AMD Series, Retina, Macula, NICE NG82, OCT, Drusen, Wet, Dry, Anatomy, Neovascular, Active, Inactive, Classification, Diabetes, CSR, Vein occlusion, Macular oedema, Vitelliform, Geographic atrophy, Reticular.
CPD Ref: C-100642
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The third part in this series on age-related macular degeneration (AMD) examines clinical assessment techniques, strategies for effective patient communication, approaches to management and referral and the provision of low vision support.
Topics: AMD Series, Macula, NICE NG82, Referral, Communication, OCT, Amsler, Drusen, Wet, Dry, Neovascular, Active, Inactive, Geographic atrophy, Smoking, Diet, Charles Bonnet, Driving, Vitamins, AREDS, Supplements, Eccentric viewing, Low vision, Visual impairment.
CPD Ref: C-103023
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The fourth part in this series on AMD presents three patient cases illustrating different stages of the disease, providing optometrists an opportunity to refine diagnostic skills and evaluate appropriate management and treatment options for each scenario.
Topics: AMD Series, Active, Amsler, Communication, Depression, Diet, Driving, Drusen, Dry, Inactive, Low vision, Macula, Neovascular, NICE NG82, OCT, Referral, Retina, Smoking, Visual impairment, Wet.
CPD Ref: C-100644
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In the fifth and final part of our series on AMD, we explore the treatment options of patients with the condition, including the anti-VEGF procedure in a hospital eye clinic.
Topics: AMD Series, Active, Dry, Macula, Neovascular, NICE NG82, OCT, Referral, Visual impairment, Wet, Anti-VEGF, Intravitreal, Injections, Fluorescein angiography, OCT-A, PDT, Telescopes, Translocation, DARPin, Stem cell.
CPD Ref: C-113526
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
Docet has created a comprehensive online resource to support optometrists and IP practitioners in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting with chronic or non-sight threatening anterior eye conditions.
The first part focuses on eyelid conditions including blepharitis and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD).
Topics: Referrals, Grading scales, Slit-lamp, Pharmacy, GP, Blepharitis, Hordeolum, Chalazion, Meibomian gland dysfunction, Molluscum contagiosum, Ectropion, Entropion, Dry eye.
Areas of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Independent Prescribing, Newly qualified, CUES.
CPD Ref: C-113527
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
Docet has created a comprehensive online resource to support optometrists and IP practitioners in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting with chronic or non-sight-threatening anterior eye conditions.
The second part of the anterior eye course focuses on conjunctival conditions, including infective conjunctivitis.
Topics: Referrals, Grading scales, Slit-lamp, Pharmacy, GP, Conjunctivitis, Allergy, Viral, Pinguecula, Pterygium, Bacterial, Infective, Haemorrhage.
Areas of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Independent Prescribing, Newly-qualified, CUES.
CPD Ref: C-113529
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
Docet has created a comprehensive online resource to support optometrists and IP practitioners in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting with chronic or non-sight-threatening anterior eye conditions.
This is the third and final course on the anterior eye and covers conditions such as episcleritis, dry eye and corneal abrasions.
Topics: Referrals, Grading scales, Slit-lamp, Pharmacy, GP, Dry eye, Episcleritis, Corneal abrasions, Recurrent corneal erosions, Foreign bodies.
Areas of interest: MECS, Anterior eye conditions and acute presentations, Independent Prescribing, Newly qualified, CUES.
CPD Ref: C-107759
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This recorded lecture aims to build the confidence of community optometrists when examining children with special educational needs (SEN). Professor Rachel Pilling provides guidance on adapting your communication and testing approaches to better accommodate children with special needs. Common ocular issues seen in SEN children are addressed, as are the ways in which optometrists can assist both the children and their parents in optimising vision. Recognising when referral is required is also explored.
Topics: Special educational needs, SEN, ASD, ADHD, Cerebral visual impairment, CVI, Atypical visual behaviour, Communication, Retinoscopy, Visual assessment, Refraction, GOS, Dry eye, Referral.
CPD Ref: C-113553
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Communication, Clinical practice
This recorded lecture by Dr Aleksandra Mankowska explores four case studies involving patients with binocular vision problems. Each case includes a discussion of presenting symptoms, appropriate clinical assessments and management strategies, offering optometrists practical insights into the diagnosis and treatment of common binocular vision issues.
Topics: Paediatric, Multiple sclerosis, Convergence insufficiency, Esophoria, Exophoria, Prism, Fusional reserves, Stereopsis, Cycloplegic, Tropia, Microtropia, Convergence weakness, Refraction, Amblyopia, Nystagmus.
CPD Ref: C-101637
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The first part in this series on cataract explores the definition and classification of cataract, its pathophysiology, risk factors and incidence, as well as practical guidance on patient assessment and referral criteria.
Topics: Cataract, Cataract series, Classification, Pathophysiology, Risk factors, History and symptoms, Visual assessment, Contrast sensitivity, Referral, Nuclear, PSC, Cortical, Congenital, NICE.
CPD Ref: C-101638
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
The second part in this series on cataract explores the principles of cataract management and treatment, along with key surgical techniques.
Topics: Cataract, Cataract series, Management, Intra-ocular lenses, Phacoemulsification, Surgery, IOL, Multifocal, Bifocal, Trifocal, Referral, Monovision, Accommodating, Cataract extraction, EDOF.
CPD Ref: C-101640
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
The third and final part of the cataract series addresses postoperative assessment, potential complications and their management and postoperative care pathways.
Topics: Cataract, Cataract series, Surgery, Postoperative assessment, Complications, Pathways, CMO, Uveitis, Retinal detachment, IOP, PCO, Referral, Emergency, IOL, Dislocation.
CPD Ref: C-110271
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication
In this recorded lecture, Professor Sai Kolli, consultant ophthalmic surgeon, looks at corneal dystrophies that appear commonly in practice. He discusses which patients are appropriate for monitoring or management in the community, which need to be referred, and the impact of these conditions when referring patients for surgical treatment. Conditions such as keratoconus and Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy are also covered.
Topics: Referrals, Keratoconus, Fuchs, Endothelium, Recurrent corneal erosion, Tomography, Topography, OCT, Astigmatism, Specular microscopy, Cross-linking, Graft.
CPD Ref: C-102415
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In the first part of this two-part course, three children and their parents share their experiences with starting contact lens wear and managing it in daily life. We also hear from two optometrists about the process of fitting contact lenses in children and the benefits they can provide.
Topics: Prevalence, benefits and perceived barriers to contact lens wear in children, Quality of life, Microbial keratitis, Soft contact lenses, Rigid gas permeable lenses, Orthokeratology, Anisometropia, Amblyopia, Nystagmus, Myopia management, Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, Contact lens handling.
CPD Ref: C-107674
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2025Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
In the second part of this two-part course, our experts discuss what you need to consider before fitting a child with contact lenses. They also give helpful advice on how to educate children and their parents about contact lenses and discuss the legal aspects to bear in mind when fitting contact lenses to younger patients.
Topics: Contact lens compliance, Microbial keratitis, Communicating with children, Management of contact lens wear risks, Contact lens teach appointment, Legal considerations of fitting children with contact lenses.