A roadmap for darkness
From my point of view (excuse the pun) it’s getting tougher to write new stuff. My physical world is pretty much limited by tired bits and pieces these days, so imagination supplies the more interesti
Trevor Plumbly6 min read
Optometry Comment
Stunning outback trek supports Indigenous docs
Auckland ophthalmologist Dr Simon Dean has returned from what he described as a thoroughly immersive trek through the Aussie outback to support and fundraise for Indigenous doctors keen to pursue an Australasian ophthalmology career.
Dr Simon Dean3 min read
Carotenoids in the prevention of retinal diseases
Carotenoids are natural pigments commonly made by plants and vital to life. Humans cannot synthesise carotenoids, therefore we rely solely on eating a varied plant diet to obtain them. Responsible for
Dr Vivienne Zhang8 min read
Eyes on Tanzania – a rewarding challenge
Providing eyecare to rural communities in Tanzania meant going back to basics and brought unique and rewarding experiences.
Lillian Lei6 min read
How to ace the recruitment journey
Very slowly, it would seem that the light at the end of the tunnel is starting to shine through.
Alan Pettersen6 min read
Seeing clearly: Wellywood dispensing advancement and fun
This year's ADONZ conference did not disappoint with challenging and informative sessions plus DO extravaganza in spades.
Susanne Bradley9 min read
SCC 2024 shines bright on Gold Coast
First time in person, SCC brought a host of clinical knowledge and connections new and old, writes Rishi Khattar, sharing his highlights.
Rishi Khattar7 min read
Save Sight Symposium 2024: ideas and innovations in eye health
This year's Save Sight Symposium provided a deep dive into the evolving landscape of eye health in Australasia and beyond...
Drs Lola Mugisho and Charisse Kuo8 min read
Lasers, eclipses and other photic retinopathy risks
Photic retinopathy, first described in the 17th century, requires careful history and examination for an accurate diagnosis.
Dr Arvind Gupta and Kenny Wu7 min read
Strabismus research review November 2024
Associations of strabismus surgery timing in childhood with mental health: a retrospective cohort study
Dr Cheefoong Chong5 min read
Cataract waitlist grows, despite CPAC rethink
Despite the promise of an additional 3,500 cataract surgeries in the 18 months from July 2023, NZ's cataract waitlist has grown by 696 patients.
Drew Jones4 min read
Paving the way for tomorrow’s Māori ophthalmologists
Auckland’s recent ophthalmology hui, led by Dr Justin Mora for the Australian and New Zealand Eye Foundation (ANZEF), was hailed a success by both organisers and its Māori and Pasifika med school part
Drew Jones4 min read