Whether it’s getting to grips with a new piece of equipment such as OCT, or sharing best practice with a local ophthalmologist – professional learning never stops. | more
DOUG PERKINS: The measure of our success
To prove to the NHS the credibility of our professional interactions, we must first analyse the data ourselves, says Specsavers chairman and founder Doug Perkins | more
JUDY LEA: Love at first sight
Treating patients as individuals and trusting their instincts, as well as your own, can help get to the heart of many a patient’s problem | more
VIDEO: Why not taking part in EOS is ‘not an option’
Specsavers is doing more than any other optician to bring enhanced optical services to the high street. But are we collectively doing enough? In this presentation from our national seminar for store partners and manager, Clinical Services Director Giles Edmonds outlines our successes to date and our plans for future growth. | more
Holly injury? Iris prolapse? Should’ve gone to…
Red eyes and PVDs don’t wait until the festive break is over. Judy Lea contemplates the sometimes fine line between clinician and counsellor, and reveals what’s on her optometry Christmas wish list. | more
PAUL MORRIS: We have scale. We have ability. What we need now is sustainability
Specsavers is leading the agenda for change… but every practitioner needs to play their part if we are to safeguard the optical sector we all hold so dear. | more
PAUL MORRIS: Is your test room the best room?
Your consulting room is a shop window on your store’s professional standards. Will yours be remembered for top marks or scuff marks? | more
JUDY LEA: Making it easier on our pre-reg students
The pre-reg year is about learning to be fit for practice. But is the current educational model fit for purpose? asks Judy Lea | more
JUDY LEA: Putting the ‘app’ into happy customers
New tech like Frame Styler doesn’t replace the need for our professional expertise – but it’s a great conversation starter with customers, says Judy Lea | more
GILES EDMONDS: EOS is for life, not just for Marvellous March
At least one in 20 patients is likely to need an enhanced optical service – either private or NHS – from your store. So if you’re not seeing them, who is? Giles Edmonds, Specsavers Clinical Services Director, explains why 5 (or rather 5%) is the magic number for EOS appointments, and how everyone in store has a part to play. | read more