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CPD Ref: C-109302

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication

The second of two programmes discussing the development of vision from birth to 18 years, part two focuses in detail at what visual changes occur from the age of three up to adulthood, looking at age-related visual norms and developmental milestones as Zara grows up.

Topics: Emmetropisation, School vision screening, Myelination, Synaptic pruning, Development of amblyopia, Visual processing issues, Scholastic visual demands, Exotropia, Global motion, Biological motion, Contour integration, Development of colour vision, Visual conversion disorder, Young eye series.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

Listening to this episode, where presenter Michelle speaks to Professor Omar Mahroo, a consultant ophthalmologist and Professor Rob Henderson, a consultant paediatric ophthalmologist, gives optometrists an update as to where the research and development of gene therapy currently stands, as well as an understanding of who might benefit from referral for diagnosis.

Topics:  Gene therapy, Inherited retinal disease, Communication, Clinical trials, Retinitis pigmentosa, Leber congenital amourosis.  

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a 74-year-old patient who attended a routine postoperative examination five weeks after left eye cataract surgery. 

Topics: Independent prescribing, Cataract, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

In this episode, Michelle Hanratty explores refractive surgery options. She speaks to Professor Clare O’Donnell, Head of Eye Science at Optegra, about laser vision correction. She also discusses refractive lens exchange options with Amir Hamid, a cataract and refractive surgeon and looks at considerations after presbyopic surgery with specialist refractive optometrist Sundeep Vaswani.

Topics: Presbyopia, Spherical aberration, Monovision, EDOF, Multifocals, Intraocular lenses, Phakic intraocular lenses, Visual environment analysis, Managing patient expectations, Communication, Cataract. 

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a patient who attended for an urgent non-routine appointment with his optometrist as he was experiencing a left sore watery eye.

Topics: Independent prescribing, Conjunctivitis Medicamentosa, Topical anti-inflammatory medicines, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a 67-year-old female who attended an emergency appointment at her community optometrist practice complaining of a painful, photophobic eye. 

Topics: Independent prescribing, Cataract, Steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

In this session, delegates are asked to read and discuss the case scenario of a 70-year-old female who attended for a routine follow-up at a cataract post-operative clinic.  

Topics: Independent prescribing, Steroid related IOP rise, Topical anti-hypertensive therapy, Referrals, Peer review, IP scenarios.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

In this episode, Michelle Hanratty discusses the vision standards for safety-critical occupations with Professor John Barbur, who has developed a sophisticated colour vision test that is widely used to grade the severity of colour vision deficiency. We also hear from Ian Trimmer, who provides an insight into communicating bad news and why vision can be a particularly sensitive topic. 

Topics: Occupational vision standards, Driving and vision, Colour vision testing, Colour vision deficiency, Communication, Breaking bad news.

CPD Ref: C-110271

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

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.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice, Specialty CPD (IP)

In this episode, Professor Sai Kolli addresses some of the questions raised during his recent Docet webinar on common corneal conditions. He and Michelle explore different management options for some of these conditions, providing valuable insight into how we can deliver potential diagnoses with more sensitivity. We also hear from a patient who has recently been diagnosed with keratoconus, reminding us that communicating bad news is something that can be difficult to get right.

Topics: Corneal dystrophy, Keratoconus, Fuch’s endothelial corneal dystrophy, Recurrent epithelial corneal erosion, Breaking bad news, Communication, Independent prescribing, Referrals.

CPD Ref: C-110444

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication

In this recorded lecture, Dr Rakhee Shah presents the latest research on dementia and its implications for optometry. Mr Simon Raw provides clinical insights on tailoring eye examinations to meet the needs of patients with dementia, along with strategies to ensure they feel safe and comfortable.

Topics: Mental Capacity Act 2005, Falls, Visual assessment and examination, Referral, Communication, History and symptoms, Dispensing, Dementia.

This accredited Level 2 e-learning Safeguarding course expired on 5 December 2025. If you have completed this course, you can print your certificate here.

This course has been replaced with our new updated Safeguarding Adults for Optometrists Level 2 course, issued in December 2025.

CPD Ref: C-110972

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Leadership & Accountability, Professionalism 

Accredited Level 2 e-learning, introducing optometrists to the key issues surrounding child abuse. The course explains how to recognise and deal with issues that might arise in optometric practice when working with children. 

Topics: Safeguarding, Legal, At risk, Social services, Abuse, Neglect, Record keeping, Physical, Psychological, Disability, Newly qualified, Sexual, Radicalisation.

No CPD Points

Domains: Communication, Clinical Practice

This podcast episode builds on the Docet webinar Dementia and Optometry: Research and Practice. Michelle speaks with Rakhee Shah and Simon Raw to address attendee questions and reinforce the key messages about the vital connection between vision and dementia. We also hear from Fadi Alfaqawi about how to assess the best course of action for a patient when advanced visual corrections are needed.

Topics: Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Cataract, Vision loss, Visual impairment, Vision assessment, Domiciliary eyecare, Communication, Consent, Referrals.

No CPD Points

Domains: Professionalism, Leadership & Accountability

In this episode, Michelle welcomes Neil Retallic, an optometrist and mental welfare researcher who explains why stress and burnout are so prevalent in our profession. We also hear from Dr Nicholas Taylor, consultant psychiatrist, about early interventions to prevent long-term mental health issues.

Topics: Stress, Anxiety, Burnout, Wellbeing, Mental health, Compassion fatigue, Cognitive behavioural therapy.

CPD Ref: C-111661

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive 

Closing Date: 19 December 2025

Domains: Professionalism, Leadership & Accountability

This episode explores the systemic and neurological effects of chronic stress, highlighting its long-term impact on health. Experts discuss the body’s response to stress, its influence on brain function and behaviour, and strategies to protect mental well-being in healthcare professionals.

Topics: Stress, Anxiety, Wellbeing, Mental health, Brain health, Cortisol, Hormones, Depression, Inflammation, Dementia.

CPD Ref: C-111770

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical Practice, Professionalism

In 2022, the Royal College of Ophthalmologists updated guidelines on angle closure disease. In this recorded webinar, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Ms Nishani Amerasinghe provides an overview of PAC, PACS, and PACS+, covering risk assessment, symptom recognition, examination techniques, and appropriate patient management.

Topics: Anterior chamber angle, Van Herick, OCT, Gonioscopy, Referral, Glaucoma: Part 1, Management, Treatment.

CPD Ref: C-112006

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive 

Closing Date: 19 December 2025

Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication

This episode is a follow-up to the Docet webinar PAC, PACS, and PACS+ in Focus. Michelle is joined by consultant ophthalmic surgeon Nishani Amerasinghe, and together they recap the essential takeaways for optometrists, including key insights into primary angle closure disease and potential treatment options, as well as long-term patient management within community practice.

Topics: Primary Angle Closure (PAC), Anterior angle assessment, Glaucoma, Risk factors for PAC, Referrals, Communication, Management in primary care.

CPD Ref: C-112087

CPD Points: 

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical practice, Communication

The first of two programmes discussing the development of vision from birth to 18 years, part one looks in detail at age-related visual norms and what changes occur from birth to age three, highlighting what early abnormalities can impair visual ability.  

Topics: Anatomical changes to the visual system, Development of VA, Contrast perception, Colour perceptions, Accommodative systems, Binocular systems, Ocular and neurodevelopmental abnormalities arising from forceps delivery or prematurity, Synaptogenesis, Emmetropisation, Infantile esotropia, Retinoblastoma, Physical development milestones, Young eye series.

CPD Ref: C-112369

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive 

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Professionalism

Since COVID-19, enhanced optometric services have expanded across the UK, with Integrated Care Boards now commissioning a wider range of care, including paediatric and glaucoma services. In this episode, Michelle speaks with Dharmesh Patel and Hayley Moore about the evolution of community optometry and shares tips for optometrists looking to upskill and get involved.

Topics: Enhanced Optometric Services, Referral refinement, Glaucoma, Paediatric eyecare, CUES, MECS.

CPD Ref: C-112573

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

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-112661

CPD Points:

CPD Type: Non-interactive 

Closing Date: 31 March 2026

Domains: Clinical Practice, Communication

This episode builds on Dr Rosalind Creer’s Docet webinar Joining the dots (and blots) of diabetic retinopathy, addressing attendee questions and exploring the more subtle characteristics of the condition that can cause management dilemmas. Dr Creer also discusses recent updates to the Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, including community-based monitoring, referral guidelines and available treatments.

Topics: Diabetes, Diabetic retinopathy, Diabetic maculopathy, Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, Retinal grading, Diabetic retinopathy treatments, Communication, Referrals.