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Archive for Pre-Reg

Basic Guidleines of Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lens Fitting

Published February 3rd, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

In preparation for the Final Assessment and NonEEA Exams, Dr Christine Astin, PhD, FCOptom, DCLP, FAAO, FIACLE, FBCLA divides RGP fitting into three main topics that will assist candidates with their studies: Three main areas should be considered: 1. Initial data gathering 2. Lens Fit Analysis 3. Ordering of the rigid gas permeable (RGP) lens [...]

Referrals – good and bad

Published February 1st, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

Having started back in the Hospital Eye Service recently after several years of absence I have been absolutely amazed at the variation in quality of referral letters that come in from optometrists and GPs working within our Local Health Authority. Share This

Are you writing ‘Less than 6/60?’ Dont do it! Download printable Snellen letters here!

Published January 30th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

Over the last few weeks we have been covering a few teaching sessions for the Routine Exam for the Final Assessment.  A number of students were happily recording <6/60 when the unaided vision dropped below the top letter of the Snellen chart. A discussion then followed.  Whilst all appreciated the importance of recording the vision [...]

Face Up to Facebook!

Published January 30th, 2010 by Peter Chapman.

The Optometry Blog has joined the social networking revolution, with the creation of a Facebook page. Aimed at all practitioners including pre-registration students, the page is an ideal way to find out about all the latest articles and podcasts available, as well as the most up to date details on course dates and availability. Samples [...]

Peter’s guide to facial measurements: still getting your splay mixed up with your crest?

Published January 29th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

For those of you currently preparing for the summer NonEEA exams, Peter has kindly been busy taking pictures to assist you in Dispensing. Please feel free to download and let us now if you find them useful. Share This

March 17th The Clinical Decision Making Exam: Meet Online! Live Lecture

Published January 24th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

Jane Macnaughton, reviews the Clinical Decision Making Exam in preparation for the College of Optometrist’s Final Assessment Examinations. A full colour handout of the slides will be made available in advance of the lecture to assist candidate preparation and facilitate note taking. Delegates will be given a selection of 3 prepared clinical case records following [...]

Free to download – Online Pre-registration Lecture 1: The Routine Exam

Published January 18th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

In time for the new cohort of trainees, the Optometry Blog is proud to host a new concept in pre-registration training: podcast lectures. Free to download – The Routine Exam – this podcast lecture with accompanying notes is sponsored by CLEARVIEW Training Pre-Registration Courses and Flame Health Ltd.  The Routine Exam, is a 60 minute audio presentation [...]

 
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Free to download: Online Pre-registration Lecture 2 – The Low Vision Core Competencies

Published January 16th, 2010 by Jane Macnaughton.

The second subject of our online pre-registration programme covers the Core Competencies for Low Vision. There are three presentations totalling 90 minutes and are written and presented by Jane Macnaughton MCOptom. Fully supported with highly illustrated slides, these audio lectures are aimed at trainees preparing for the quarterly and final assessments of the College of [...]

Expired CET Article free to download: Contact Lens Solutions Update

Published September 30th, 2009 by Jane Macnaughton.

CET C9622   This text based article by Ngaire Franklin covers the following aspects of contact lens solutions currently available, whilst making reference to the sensitivity, toxicity and effectivity of current and past care regimes. Share This

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Published August 13th, 2009 by David.

Hi, We want to hear what you think! We’d like to invite you to take part in a brief questionnaire to tell us your views on choosing a pre-reg placement. Win £100! Your completed questionnaire will be entered into a prize draw to win £100 worth of high street vouchers. The survey is being conducted [...]


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