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This audio programme is in three parts, each discussing an area where technology can be used to improve optometric services to the public now and in the future.

  • AI and telemedicine in diabetic retinopathy screening: Dr Jorge Cuadros, an international expert on the use of AI in diabetic retinopathy, discusses the role of AI and telemedicine in the detection and grading of this sight threatening disease.  
  • Amyloid detection in screening for Alzheimer’s disease: Ms Anne Marie Cairns from Optos plc describes the latest research endeavours into early detection of Alzheimer's disease and discusses the potential role of ultra-widefield imaging in screening for the disease in the primary care environment.
  • The OrCam, the Oxsight and beyond: Dr Michael Crossland gives an informative update on recently available complex low vision aids and discusses the use of smart phone apps which have been designed to help the visually impaired carry out routine and specific tasks.

Last published: August 2020

    Unit 1 - AI and telemedicine in diabetic retinopathy screening (~21 mins)►

    Learning objectives

    Learning objectives

    • 1.2.5 To understand how Artificial Intelligence and telemedicine enhance communication between optometrists and other healthcare professionals involved in treating patients with diabetic retinopathy.

    • 3.1.3 To understand the use of AI and fundus imaging to accurately and consistently grade diabetic retinopathy thus ensuring appropriate referral for treatment.

    • 3.1.3 To understand the use the of wide field fundus imaging in the detection of biomarkers for Alzheimer’s Disease.

    • 6.1.1 To understand the association between the level of amyloid in the retina and Alzheimer’s disease.

    • 4.2.1 To be able to advise patients about easily available technology solutions that will help patients with visual impairment carry out specific tasks.

    • 4.2.2 To understand the use of complex low vision aids OrCam and OrSight in assisting patients with visual impairment to carry out their daily tasks.
      Unit 1 - AI and telemedicine in diabetic retinopathy screening (~21 mins)►