The College of Optometrists is the professional body for optometry that provides clinical guidance, support for optometry education and research, and resources for optometrists. It aims to advance the practice of optometry and enhance public knowledge about eye health.

College of Optometrists

College of Optometrists | 26,198 followers on LinkedIn. Professional Excellence in Eye Health | The College is the professional body for optometry. It qualifies the profession and delivers the guidance and training to ensure optometrists provide the best possible care. We recognise excellence through the College’s affixes, by building the evidence base for optometry, and by raising awareness of the profession with the public, commissioners, and health care professionals.

Head of Policy and Public Affairs at The College of Optometrists

Olivier Denève

Chief Executive at The College of Optometrists

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🎉 Welcome to the profession! This week, over 500 new optometrists celebrated joining the profession at our Diploma Ceremonies at Central Hall in #Westminster . Our College President Dr Gillian Rudduck MCOptom highlighted the significance of this milestone: “Surrounded by your family, friends, and peers, this day will no doubt become one of the most memorable moments in your career.” We also recognised the incredible contributions of our members with Life & Honorary Fellowships, Fellowships by Portfolio, Research Excellence Awards and more. We are excited to have you all as part of our community and look forward to seeing your continued impact on the profession. Learn more about our event here ➡️ https://coptom.uk/40GZBIV #TheCollegeofOptometrists #WeAreOptometry #Optometry #EyesOnDiploma #DiplomaCeremony

🎉 Welcome to our #DiplomaCeremony ! Today, we’re celebrating the incredible achievements of our diplomates at Central Hall Westminster. With two ceremonies in one day, we’re doubling the applause, doubling the celebration, and feeling an immense sense of pride. It’s a day to recognise the hard work, dedication, and milestones that have brought them to this moment. 🎓 We'll share more from the day and don’t forget to share your moments using #EyesOnDiploma and tag us in your posts! #TheCollegeofOptometrists #WeAreOptometry #Optometry

The College is pleased to be a partner in the UK National Eye Health and Hearing Study (UKNEHS) project. We are excited to see this further progress with the pilot stage of this vital national #research . We hope that our members in the #Cambridge and #Peterborough areas will support the UKNEHS team if they get questions from patients. For more information, please contact researchteam@college-optometrists.org . Michael Bowen Teresa Lewandowski

🚨 CMG Update 🚨 The following Clinical Management Guidelines (CMGs) have been reviewed and updated: ☑️ Idiopathic epiretinal membrane ☑️ Keratitis (bacterial, fungal) ☑️ Ophthalmia neonatorum Our CMGs support you in practice and offer information on the diagnosis and management of a range of conditions that present in primary and first-contact care. College members can log into their account on our website, or use the College App, to view a summary of the changes ➡️ https://coptom.uk/CMGs

Help shape the future of NHS eye care in England The government’s 10-Year Health Plan aims to transform the NHS . We are advocating for a greater role for optometrists in primary care. Your voice matters! Share your insights to help make eye care more accessible and reduce hospital wait times. Take part in our survey (10-15 mins) by 22 November. Let’s ensure optometrists play a leading role in delivering quality care closer to home. Survey ➡️ https://coptom.uk/3YYRhmC Sarah Cant PhD , Olivier Denève , Neal Suchak FRSA , Edward Hinman

🎓 Getting Diploma Ceremony-ready here at the College Events HQ! We’ve been working hard to plan a spectacular Ceremony for all our diplomates! Here’s a behind-the-scenes sneak peek of our team’s final prep for the big day on 12 November. Like this post if you’re as excited as we are! We’re looking forward to seeing you there! Don’t forget to share your pictures of the day using the hashtag #EyesOnDiploma . #TheCollegeofOptometrists #DiplomaCeremony #Events Gabrielle Mouterde , Maya Sapir

🎉 Congratulations to all the new optometrists on OSCE results day! Your commitment and effort have brought you to this fantastic achievement, and we are proud to welcome you into the profession. Your journey is only beginning, and remember the College is committed to supporting you with resources, guidance and a wealth of knowledge to help you grow in your career. Well done! #TheCollegeofOptometrists #WeAreOptometry #Optometry

Our headlight glare campaign is gaining more visibility, and we’re happy to see College member Rachael Smith (née Barron) MCOptom addressing this issue on the evening news for 'BBC South Today'. Watch the segment on BBC iPlayer here ➡️ https://coptom.uk/4fgczBP

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