The tear film and ocular surface are extremely complex, with tear film playing a vital role in maintaining ocular surface health. Not only does it provide lubrication but also many neuropeptides, vitamins and growth factors essential for the health of the corneal epithelium. Given the complexity of
After the welcome and mihi, Jack Phu from the Centre for Eye Health in Sydney opened this year’s University of Auckland School of Optometry and Vision Science (SOVS) conference with a talk on reconciling structure and function in disease diagnosis.
A new disability support system, including a new funding model, will be trialled from 1 October in the MidCentral District Health Board (DHB).The new Enabling Good Lives (EGL) initiative shifts the
Since the recent launch of Alcon’s world-first AutonoMe preloaded IOL delivery system with the Clareon intraocular lens (IOL) in Sydney, several ophthalmologists at Tauranga Eye Specialists have been accredited to use the device.
Today’s practice owner has access to more information and insights into how the practice is performing than ever before. With a focused approach, you will be able to monitor key metrics delivering improved results.
How would you feel if people refused to acknowledge who you are and talked to you like your own identity didn’t matter? In the past few years, transgender, gender-non-conforming and non-binary people have had a lot more presence in the media and popular culture. While this exposure has sometimes le
Ocular surface infestation with Demodex mites is recognised as a significant risk factor for the development of chronic blepharitis. Although 50% tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) is currently the
A study published in Clinical Ophthalmology suggests a single application of self-retained cryopreserved amniotic membrane (CAM) can speed corneal surface recovery and help reduce symptoms of dry eye
Like most folk I always regarded walking from A to B as a fairly mundane but pleasant way of getting around, until recently. Now, sadly it’s a combination of challenge, risk and bloody nuisance, brought about by sight loss and relocating to Auckland.
For years it always felt like I had to choose one or the other: fun and funky eyewear that commanded enough attention to become their own focal point or bold jewelry to minimise my glasses. Not yet secure enough in my own style, I never wanted to push the envelope too far in any one direction. I su
Battling serious rush hour traffic in misty rain around the business park area of Auckland’s Sylvia Park is not the most endearing introduction to the Re:Vision eye surgery. However, the familiar faces of Dr Trevor Gray and his team, most of whom have worked with Trevor for the past 20 years, more t
Phase I clinical study of an embryonic stem cell–derived retinal pigment epithelium patch; Transplantation of human embryonic stem cell-derived retinal pigment epithelial cells in macular degeneration; The 2016 American Academy of Ophthalmology IRIS registry database