Dr Vidit Singh is the first RANZCO trainee to receive both the College’s Cedric Cohen Medal and the Filipic-Greer Medal
Starting this month, the Australian College of Optometry’s (ACO’s) new Certificate in Advanced Ocular Therapeutics is open for enrolment for optometrists seeking to boost their pharmacology knowledge.
20 Jul 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia management, offering new capabilities for predicting progression, personalising treatment and improving clinical decision-mak…
20 Jul 2026
The Topcon Triton2 swept-source OCT platform images deeper ocular structures, including the choroid, with a 1,050nm wavelength.
18 Jul 2026
A new patient engagement app, 'eyejourney', is being introduced to Australia and could reach New Zealand. It guides cataract and refractive surgery patients through their treatment
18 Jul 2026
A new presbyopia-correcting implantable collamer lens (ICL), EVO Viva, is now available in New Zealand for certified
16 Jul 2026
The Atelier by Woodys collection features handcrafted frames with sculpted volumes, precise milling, and bold colour combinations. Model Balance, in Italian acetate, stands out with its double-laminated front, geometric shapes, and customised OBE five-axis hinges.
16 Jul 2026
Helios, oDocs Eye Care’s app for patient-ophthalmologist communication, has updated with a refreshed UI and integration with Elixir, New
11 Jul 2026
NZAO scholarships support PhD research by Sachi Rathod (school vision screening, photoscreeners), Jordan Cooper (MGD, blinking
10 Jul 2026
Dr Vidit Singh is the first RANZCO trainee to receive both the College’s Cedric Cohen Medal and the Filipic-Greer Medal
Staff reporters · 19 Jul 2026
Dispensing opticians play a critical role in myopia management success by reinforcing optometrist recommendations, educating families on progression and treatment options, and ensuring patient adherence
Amy Pillay · 13 Jul 2026
The RANZCO NZ 2026 nursing programme covered topics including cataract surgery, ocular oncology, paediatric ophthalmology, cultural safety and advanced nursing practice
Fiona Suter · 20 Jul 2026
Kaitiaki Hauora warns that increasing privatisation of public healthcare, particularly ophthalmology services, risks undermining the training of future specialists and the sustainability of the
Jocasta Whittingham · 16 Jul 2026
Auckland · 2-2 Aug
Gold Coast · 12-13 Sept
New Zealand International Convention Centre, Auckland · 1-1 Nov
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