Frequently Asked Questions

Susie Hill

To submit an article or clinical paper, email [email protected] with your manuscript as a Word document and any supporting images as separate high-resolution files (minimum 300dpi). We welcome clinical case studies, research summaries, opinion pieces, CPD articles, and industry commentary from eye care professionals. Please include a brief author biography and a headshot if available.

Submitted articles are reviewed by our editorial team for relevance, accuracy, and readability. Clinical papers may be reviewed by specialist advisors. We aim to provide feedback within two weeks of submission. Accepted articles are edited for style and clarity, then published in the next appropriate edition. We will share proofs with you before publication for final approval.

Yes, we welcome press releases and product announcements relevant to the New Zealand ophthalmic industry. Email [email protected] with your press release and any high-resolution product images. Our editorial team will review the submission and may publish it in the appropriate section of the magazine or website, or include it in our Talking Shop newsletter.

Letters to the editor can be sent to [email protected]. Please include your full name, professional title, and practice name. Letters may be edited for length and clarity. We welcome constructive feedback, professional discussion, and responses to articles published in NZ Optics.

Yes, we maintain an industry calendar of conferences, CPD events, trade shows, and professional development opportunities. To submit an event, email [email protected] with the event name, dates, location, a brief description, and a link to the event website or registration page. Events are listed on our Events page and may be promoted in our newsletters.