‘VIP syndrome’ is a term used to describe the special treatment afforded VIPs. Throughout our careers, as ophthalmologists and optometrists, we will encounter a variety of patients who are considered a ‘very important person’. This could be a television or radio personality, an athlete, musician, political leader or even an esteemed medical colleague.
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