Choroidal melanoma treatment advances
ONLINE ONLY: For more, see www.nzoptics.co.nz/articles/archive/vdc-tackles-choroidal-metastases
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Myopia action month announced for September 2023
Myopia Profile, Australia’s clinical myopia-management information hub for eyecare professionals (ECPs), is aiming to transform myopia awareness into action by launching Myopia Action
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I see red
Just like the song, Kliik Denmark sees red for its latest stylised campaign, shot in Los Angeles by fashion photographer Yu Tsai. The Fiery Red campaign features the 2023 optical collection, which offers a mix of thin and chunky profiles, oversized shapes, modern detailing and custom lamination. Ins
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IOGroup’s generous donation
ONLINE-ONLY LINKS: www.nzoptics.co.nz/articles/archive/meet-the-only-samoan-optom/
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Employment law update – changes you may have missed
Nothing ever stays the same, especially in the world of employment law. That is particularly true now, with a host of significant changes that have recently come into effect or are imminent.
Jessie Lapthorne4 min read
Validation of vision-sparing GA drug
ONLINE ONLY HOTLINKS: https://www.nzoptics.co.nz/articles/archive/retina-research-review/
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EziDrops: patient-designed to make instillation easier!
Pulling a crowd in the foyer of the Faculty of Medicine and Health building at the University of Auckland’s Ocular Therapeutic 2023 conference (see p36) was first-time exhibitor Zivana Anderson from Niche Pharma. She had chosen the event to launch EziDrops to New Zealand’s ophthalmic market. “The fe
Lesley Springall2 min read
EHA and Roche partner for vision care
Eye Health Aotearoa (EHA) and Roche New Zealand have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining how the organisations will work collaboratively for the benefit of New Zealanders’ eye health.
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House of medicine culture – why it matters
ONLINE-ONLY HOTLINK: www.nzoptics.co.nz/articles/archive/new-surgery-studentship-supports-w%C4%81hine/
Susanne Bradley3 min read
On-demand education refresh
With a new look and feel, the CooperVision Academy is back with new content to help optometrists, practice managers, optical dispensers and assistants develop their communication, clinical and technical skills.
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BOOK REVIEW: The ophthalmic assistant: a text for allied and associated ophthalmic personnel
The Ophthalmic Assistant: a text for allied and associated ophthalmic personnel is a comprehensive and detailed textbook and reference tool for those working in the field of ophthalmology. Written by Drs Harold Stein, Raymond Stein, Melvin Freeman and Rebecca Stein, and several other contributing
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