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Welcome to Sound Optometry, a podcast from Docet hosted by Michelle Hanratty, an IP optometrist with over 20 years’ experience in both high street and hospital settings. Each month, through case studies and in-depth conversations, we explore the topics that matter most to you as an optometrist and are relevant to everyday practice.
Episode 49 – Enhanced Optometric Services: Here, there and nearly everywhere
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, enhanced optometric services have expanded significantly across the UK, easing pressure on secondary care, cutting patient waiting times and saving the NHS millions. In response, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) have commissioned services well beyond CUES, MECS, and cataract care, with community optometrists in some areas now delivering paediatric and glaucoma services.
In this episode, Michelle Hanratty talks to Dharmesh Patel, CEO of Primary Eyecare Services, about how the profession has evolved to utilise the expertise of community optometrists. She also speaks with Essex-based optometrist Hayley Moore about her experience providing advanced services, and both guests share practical advice for optometrists looking to upskill and get involved.
An additional reading element consolidates the learning on this topic.
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First published: May 2025
Last published: April 2026