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L-R: The Nidek Tonoref III, Reichert Phoropters and Nidek RT-6100 Intelligent Refractor.

BOC Ophthalmic Instruments managing director TONY COSENTINO explains why he operates his distribution business on the knowledge that customers will ultimately remember him for the service,Read More

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L-R: The Nidek Tonoref III, Reichert Phoropters and Nidek RT-6100 Intelligent Refractor.
BOC Ophthalmic Instruments managing director TONY COSENTINO explains why he operates his distribution business on the knowledge that customers will ultimately remember him for the service,
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]]> Understanding new treatment protocols for severe dry eye https://www.insightnews.com.au/understanding-new-treatment-protocols-for-severe-dry-eye/ Thu, 05 May 2022 01:14:40 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=27144
Figure 1: Severe grade 5 corneal staining and dry eye disease secondary to graft vs host disease. The patient showed extreme dry eye signs and symptoms to the extent that simply opening her eyes caused unbearable levels of pain. See Figure 2 below for the treatment outcome.

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Figure 1: Severe grade 5 corneal staining and dry eye disease secondary to graft vs host disease. The patient showed extreme dry eye signs and symptoms to the extent that simply opening her eyes caused unbearable levels of pain. See Figure 2 below for the treatment outcome.
  At the completion of this CPD activity, optometrists will have developed their knowledge of treatment options for severe dry eye disease. Including: Understand the use of anti-inflammatory
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]]> Optical dispensing or just retailing? – Steven Daras (Part 2) https://www.insightnews.com.au/optical-dispensing-or-just-retailing-part-2-steven-daras/ Fri, 22 Apr 2022 04:32:04 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=26872
Technology has taken care of some of the technical aspects of optical dispensing.

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Technology has taken care of some of the technical aspects of optical dispensing.
This is a question STEVEN DARAS ponders, as he becomes increasingly concerned that his once-proud profession is straying away from its roots, diluted to become another form of retailing. When
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]]> Ophthalmologist departs regional hospital with no obvious successor https://www.insightnews.com.au/ophthalmologist-departs-regional-hospital-with-no-obvious-successor/ Tue, 19 Apr 2022 21:31:25 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=26812 Dr Robert Harvey
Dr Robert Harvey is concerned for his patients after leaving Portland District Health.

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Dr Robert Harvey is concerned for his patients after leaving Portland District Health.
Dr Robert Harvey, an ophthalmologist nearing retirement, is dismayed at the lack of action to find a permanent replacement after he recently resigned from a regional Victorian public hospital, creating
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]]> MedTech Industry sounds alarm at Prostheses List ‘regrouping’ reforms https://www.insightnews.com.au/medtech-industry-sounds-alarm-at-prostheses-list-regrouping-reforms/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 21:32:14 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=26639 Prostheses List
Prostheses List prices vary compared with those paid in the public system.

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Prostheses List prices vary compared with those paid in the public system.
The medical technology sector has raised concerns over the potential unintended consequences of Prostheses List (PL) reforms that could see “important distinctions” abolished, risking less access to
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]]> Charles Hornor calls time on Specsavers career https://www.insightnews.com.au/charles-hornor-calls-time-on-specsavers-career/ Fri, 08 Apr 2022 03:09:51 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=26645
Charles Hornor, jointly responsible for bringing Specsavers to Australia and New Zealand.

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Charles Hornor, jointly responsible for bringing Specsavers to Australia and New Zealand.
As he calls it a day, CHARLES HORNOR recounts the moment he and Peter Larsen sent an email to Specsavers, triggering a wave of momentum that continues 16 years on. One
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]]> G&M’s Cassie Gersbach transitions to new role as network grows https://www.insightnews.com.au/gms-cassie-gersbach-transitions-to-new-role-as-network-grows/ Thu, 07 Apr 2022 21:33:52 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=26628
G&M recently welcomed practices in Atherton, Northlakes, Grafton and Aspley.

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G&M recently welcomed practices in Atherton, Northlakes, Grafton and Aspley.
Ms Cassie Gersbach, a founding member of George and Matilda Eyecare (G&M) who has been with the company for six years, has been appointed general manager of partnerships, as its practice network reaches
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]]> What’s in the 2022-23 Federal Budget for the eye health sector? https://www.insightnews.com.au/whats-in-the-2022-23-federal-budget-for-the-eye-health-sector/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 21:38:09 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=26461 Federal Budget
The 2022 federal election must be held before 21 May.

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The 2022 federal election must be held before 21 May.
The Federal Government has laid out a $132 billion health agenda for the coming year – if it regains power at the next election – and while there were no major wins for eye health, changes to the PBS
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]]> Sunshades Eyewear – taking it to the eyewear heavyweights https://www.insightnews.com.au/sunshades-eyewear-taking-it-to-the-eyewear-heavyweights/ Mon, 21 Mar 2022 01:51:17 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=26191
Creative director Hamish Tame (from left) with designers Kadee Ryan, Ash Callinan and Maggie Allingham.

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Creative director Hamish Tame (from left) with designers Kadee Ryan, Ash Callinan and Maggie Allingham.
Sunshades Eyewear was established 52 years ago by pregnant Bondi woman Betty Lasse who was small in stature but with a formidable personality. Today, her son runs the $50 million Australian business
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]]> Where independent optometrists can succeed – Steven Johnston https://www.insightnews.com.au/where-independent-optometrists-can-succeed-steven-johnston/ Mon, 14 Feb 2022 02:43:55 +0000 https://www.insightnews.com.au/?p=25511 Steven Johnston
Former ProVision CEO Steven Johnston says independents need to commercialise their special interests.

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Former ProVision CEO Steven Johnston says independents need to commercialise their special interests.
After 10 extremely rewarding years leading the ProVision organisation, it is time for me to leave the wonderful industry of optometry that I’ve grown to love. It’s satisfying to consider the fundamental
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