CPD Ref: C-108557
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Communication, Professionalism
In this episode, presenter Michelle Hanratty is joined by Paramdeep Bilku, Clinical Advisor for the College of Optometrists, and IP optometrist Alan Hawrami in discussing the basic principles of evidence-based practice in optometry: What evidence is needed, where it can be found and why it is important.
Topics: Evidence-based practice, Informed consent, Blue blocking lenses, Myopia management, Dry age related macular degeneration, Photo biomodulation treatment, Intense pulsed light treatment.
CPD Ref: C-108280
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Specialty CPD (IP)
This is the second part of Docet’s new programme on immunology and the eye. Part two continues to set the foundation for optometrists in immunology and covers the basics of ocular immunology, allergy, and autoimmune disease. This course will build current understanding for all optometrists and be useful as a core programme for IP optometrists or those planning to start their IP qualifications.
Topics: Allergy, Immunology, Atopy, Pharmacological, Hypersensitivity, Autoimmune, Infection, Cornea, Tears, Conjunctiva, Antibodies, Immunology series.
CPD Ref: C-108198
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication, Specialty CPD (IP)
In this episode, presenter Michelle Hanratty and Dr Peter Frampton discuss the ocular allergic responses commonly seen in optometric practice and explore their treatment using therapeutic agents. We also hear from a patient who suffered from interstitial keratitis, highlighting how the successful therapeutic management of this case is connected to the immunological response.
Topics: Immunology, Allergic eye disease, Herpes zoster, Independent prescribing.
CPD Ref: C-108048
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Specialty CPD (IP)
This is the first part of Docet’s new programme on immunology. Part one covers the basics of the immune system, building a foundation to enable optometrists to understand systemic and ocular immunity and what happens when things go wrong. This course will build current understanding for all optometrists and be useful as a core programme for IP optometrists or those planning to start their IP qualifications.
Topics: Allergy, Immunology, Atopy, Pharmacological, Hypersensitivity, Innate, Autoimmune, Adaptive, Leucocytes, Infection, Immunology series.
CPD Ref: C-107864
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In this episode, we hear from the assistant headteacher and sensory impairment lead of a SEN primary school about the impact of visual dysfunction on SEN children. Michelle then speaks to Professor Rachel Pilling, delving into the potentially daunting task of carrying out an eye examination on children with SEN and providing valuable hints, tips and resources to better equip optometrists and lay the foundations to lifelong eyecare for SEN children.
Topics: SEN, Special educational needs, Paediatric eyecare, Eye examinations, Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI).
CPD Ref: C-107759
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
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-107629
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
In this episode, Michelle meets with optometrist Bradley Warwick and one of his patients with geographic atrophy, and they discuss the benefit to patients that regular monitoring can provide. We also hear from consultant ophthalmologist Clare Bailey about the exciting developments in the therapeutic treatment of dry AMD.
Topics: Age related macular degeneration, Geographic atrophy, Medical retina, Ocular coherent tomography (OCT), Fundus auto-fluorescence, Nutritional supplements, Patient communication, NICE.
CPD Ref: C-107195
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 30 September 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This episode provides a fly on the wall account of a typical YAG laser procedure. Michelle speaks with specialist optometrists Steven Burge and Don Williams, who reflect on their experiences of the training they underwent to be able to perform key ophthalmic laser techniques before moving on to discuss how they have honed their techniques with experience.
Topics: Cataract postoperative complications, Posterior capsular opacification, Consent, YAG capsulotomy, Patient care pathways, Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension, Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), Ophthalmic lasers, Glaucoma treatment, NICE.
CPD Ref: C-107122
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the third case study on fitting presbyopic patients with contact lenses, part of Docet’s Contact Lenses: Presbyopia module. This case looks at fitting a challenging presbyopic contact lens wearer with RGP toric multifocal lenses. The patient’s lifestyle is considered as the case works through the steps of successfully fitting and modifying the RGP lenses. This course will help an optometrist build their confidence around fitting a more complex presbyopic patient.
Topics: Presbyopia, Tear film, Dry eye, Tears, Multifocal, Monovision, Contact lenses, RGP, Toric, Aftercare, Presbyopia series.
CPD Ref: C-106502
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the second case study on fitting presbyopic patients with contact lenses, part of Docet’s Contact Lenses: Presbyopia module. This case looks at the re-fitting of a typical presbyopic contact lens wearer with multifocal lenses. The patient’s lifestyle is considered as the case works through the steps of successfully fitting and modifying two soft multifocal contact lens designs. This course will help an optometrist build their confidence fitting common multifocal lenses and discuss how to effectively communicate with the patient.
Topics: Presbyopia, Tear film, Dry eye, Tears, Multifocal, Monovision, Contact lenses, Soft, Aftercare, Presbyopia series.
CPD Ref: C-106500
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the first case study on fitting presbyopic patients with contact lenses, part of Docet’s Contact Lenses: Presbyopia module. This case looks at the fitting of a typical presbyope new to contact lenses. The patient’s lifestyle is considered as you work through the steps of successfully fitting and modifying two soft multifocal contact lens designs. This course will help an optometrist build their confidence fitting common multifocal lenses and discuss how to effectively communicate with the patient.
Topics: Presbyopia, Tear film, Dry eye, Tears, Multifocal, Monovision, Contact lenses, Soft, Aftercare, Presbyopia series.
CPD Ref: C-106052
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice
In this recorded lecture, led by Mr Paddy Gunn, optometrists are given an opportunity to assess and reflect on their optic disc interpretation skills for a range of patient cases. The cases review the key elements to look out for when examining the optic disc, other information to consider and how to use technology, such as OCT, to effectively support the management of glaucoma suspects.
Topics: Visual fields, Tonometry, Glaucoma, OCT, IOP, Normal tension, Ocular hypertension, Optic pit, Optic nerve, RNFL.
CPD Ref: C-105549
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
Part four of Contact Lenses: Presbyopia looks at multifocal contact lens fitting and the steps when choosing and fitting presbyopes with contact lenses. It covers the six fitting steps of soft multifocal lenses, fitting soft toric and RGP multifocal lenses, monovision and aftercare. Three experts discuss how to understand the factors affecting successful contact lens wear in presbyopes and the importance of effective communication.
Topics: Presbyopia, Multifocal, Silicon hydrogel, Hydrogel, Toric, RGP, Monovision, Aftercare, Ocular dominance, Astigmatism, Presbyopia series.
CPD Ref: C-105434
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: 
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
Part three of the new contact lenses module on presbyopia continues to look at the factors affecting the choice of contact lenses for fitting presbyopes. It discusses the range of multifocal lenses available, the different lens designs and their optical features.
Topics: Presbyopia, Tear film, Tears, Multifocal, Soft, RGP, Hybrid, Aberrations, Pupil, EDOF, Centre near, Centre distance, Presbyopia series.
CPD Ref: C-105123
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
Part two of Contact Lenses: Presbyopia looks at the factors affecting the choice of contact lenses for fitting presbyopes including patient history, lifestyle needs and eye health as well as the range of multifocal lenses available, the lens materials and their properties.
Topics: Presbyopia, Tear film, DED, Dry eye, Tears, Multifocal, Silicon hydrogel, Soft, RGP, Hybrid, Wettability, DK, Oxygen, Modulus, Materials, Presbyopia series.
CPD Ref: C-104804
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
As part of Docet’s contact lens series, we have launched a new module on fitting presbyopic patients with contact lenses. Part one looks at the current practices and the opportunity for fitting presbyopes. It covers the ocular changes and challenges that need to be considered in the older patient and the range of options open to optometrists to correct presbyopia.
Topics: Presbyopia, Accommodation, Tear film, Ageing eye, Dry eye, Tears, Multifocal, Monovision, Stereopsis, Contrast, Presbyopia series.
CPD Ref: C-102275
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The last module in the ageing eye series discusses low vision assessment for elderly patients. Part one of the module reviews the assessment of the visually impaired patient, offers essential information on magnification and vision assessment techniques, and reviews currently available low vision aids.
Topics: Visual assessment, Ocular examination, Charts, Optics, Visual impairment, Specialist charts, LogMAR, Magnification, Low vision aids, Acuity reserve.
CPD Ref: C-102277
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Professionalism
The last module in the ageing eye series discusses low vision assessment for elderly patients. Part two of the module reviews four patient cases. For each patient you will see an expert panel discussion and a management plan for reference.
Topics: Communication, Mental health, Field loss, Depression, Electronic aids, Management plans, Inter-professional, Mobility.
CPD Ref: C-100639
CPD Points: 
CPD Type: Non-interactive
Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
This is the first in a five-part course on AMD, covering the anatomy of the macula, risk factors, prevalence, and signs and symptoms of AMD.
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 2024
Domains: Clinical practice, Communication
Part two of our five-part course on AMD looks at the physiology and examination of the macula area to identify AMD and other macula conditions. OCT images are explained to aid 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.