Pacific Eye Institute’s Post

The need to travel vast distances to access specialised care is a major hurdle for rural communities. With additional factors such as financial pressures in the mix, making eye care easier to access is no small task. To tackle this, there needs to be more intentional action across the industry. I wanted to share a great example of this: the ‘Eye Van’ scheme, where Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada and CNIB, with the support of Roche Canada, have been providing a service to rural communities for over 50 years! The Eye Van provides essential eye exams, treatments and minor surgeries from over 25 ophthalmologists, and reaches thousands of people each year who otherwise wouldn’t get the care they need. Programmes like Eye Van are a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we work together to creatively transform access to eye care. I strongly encourage you to read more about this inspiring initiative here: [https://lnkd.in/es89cgwj] It’s imperative that we continue to strive for great eye healthcare access for ALL, no matter where they live. 

Throwback Thursday! Exciting takeaways from the GNZ Symposium, where experts explored novel angles in glaucoma research. Our very own Dr. Shenton Chew highlighted the significance of subtle indicators in OCT data for glaucoma progression. Read more about this enlightening symposium https://lnkd.in/gjj4Eamn #GNZSymposium #GlaucomaResearch #EyeHealth #OCTInsights #MedicalInnovation

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Here is the second blog in our series of the BCLA CLEAR™ Presbyopia papers. The full report, due be published in the forthcoming edition of the ‘Contact Lens and Anterior Eye’ (CLAE) journal will feature work from panels of globally respected experts in the field. Presbyopia continues to be a widespread global issue, impacting more than a billion adults around the world. This new report will provide eye care professionals with invaluable guidance on how to best accommodate the needs of people living with the condition.    Philip Morgan, lead author for the paper titled: ‘Management with spectacles and contact lenses’ said “This study underscores the imperative for eye care practitioners to deliver personalised care to contact lens and spectacle wearers. Not only does it navigate through the historical context and market dynamics but also provides invaluable insights into clinical management and product performance related to addressing presbyopia. It’s a call for tailored solutions and informed decision-making in eye care’ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eWZJPvur #BCLA #BCLACLEAR #Presbyopia #research #alwayslearning #eyecareprofessionals #clae #contactlenses

Glaucoma Support Group is back on 12th March! Join us to learn, share and connect with others on their glaucoma journey with some chai/ coffee. 👉🏽Who should attend? Anybody over 18years + who has glaucoma or cares for someone with glaucoma. Ofcourse, you have to be our patient. 👉🏽Why should you attend? Led by our Glaucoma team, you get to interact and solve all the doubts that aren't sorted in an OPD. 👉🏽How can you attend? An in-person event on 12th March. Details will be shared after registration (free). 👉🏽 Who's organising? Shroff Eye Centre's glaucoma experts led by Dr. Ramanjit Sihota. 👉🏽 Is it free? Yes, it's free. All you have to do is register on 9910956780. 👉🏽 Will there be a free eye check-up? No, personal consults will not be offered. 👥Please share widely and help us spread glaucoma awareness. #glaucomaweek #glaucomaawareness #shroffeyecentre #delhievents #glaucoma

Glaucoma Support Group is back on 12th March! Join us to learn, share and connect with others on their glaucoma journey with some chai/ coffee. 👉🏽Who should attend? Anybody over 18years + who has glaucoma or cares for someone with glaucoma. Ofcourse, you have to be our patient. 👉🏽Why should you attend? Led by our Glaucoma team, you get to interact and solve all the doubts that aren't sorted in an OPD. 👉🏽How can you attend? An in-person event on 12th March. Details will be shared after registration (free). 👉🏽 Who's organising? Shroff Eye Centre's glaucoma experts led by Dr. Ramanjit Sihota. 👉🏽 Is it free? Yes, it's free. All you have to do is register on 9910956780. 👉🏽 Will there be a free eye check-up? No, personal consults will not be offered. 👥Please share widely and help us spread glaucoma awareness. #glaucomaweek #glaucomaawareness #shroffeyecentre #delhievents #glaucoma

The countdown is on! Just 4 days until Aesthetic Medicine North! We’re beyond excited to see you at Aesthetic Medicine North this weekend! 🎉 ✨ Meet Our Fabulous Team ✨ Bethany Sutton Harriet Carson Lizzie Etcell Fiona Dack 📍 Find Us at Stand E10 — You won't want to miss what we have in store! Are you attending? Drop a comment below and let’s connect! 🌟 #CosmeticInsure #AestheticMedicine #MedicalAesthetics #AestheticCommunity #AestheticMedicineNorth #UKInsurance #AestheticInsurance

📢Excited to share our latest audit findings presented at the International Allied Health Conference (IAHC) 2024! Title: Revealing the Hidden: Improving Detection of Hook of Hamate Fractures with a Hook Lateral Oblique Radiographic View We’ve introduced a novel radiographic technique, the Hook Lateral Oblique (HLO) view, to improve detection of hook of hamate (HOH) fractures. Traditional wrist radiographs such as Carpal Tunnel View often miss these fractures due to overlapping carpal bones. The HLO view enhances visibility, showing the hook of hamate in profile and enabling more accurate diagnosis. 🔍 Key Findings: • Standard views often miss HOH fractures due to visualization limitations. • The newly proposed HLO view has shown promising results, effectively demonstrating the hook of hamate in profile, with a clear view of critical anatomical landmarks. 📊 Impact: HLO view not only improves diagnostic accuracy but also addresses practical challenges such as technique reproducibility and patient comfort. Proud to contribute to advancing radiographic practices for better patient care.

[Clinical Minute] Kendall Donaldson, MD, discusses a multicenter, comparative study that assessed the work intensity of postoperative care following the implantation of presbyopia-correcting versus standard monofocal IOLs. Watch to learn the results. https://bit.ly/3IQhiM2