Optometry experts gather at University conference for eyecare professionals
(All images: Mark Flynn)
Optometry experts gathered at the University as part of an event designed to support eyecare professionals and their continuing development.
Organised by campus-based University Valli Opticians the annual conference included a program of workshops, lectures and networking opportunities helping those attending to stay at the forefront of the industry.
The clinic itself is a collaboration between Valli, an award-winning provider of eye care services and the Department of Optometry at the University of Huddersfield. It offers optometry students at Huddersfield real-life experience as part of their clinical development and is believed to be the first of its kind in optometry education in the UK.
Head of Optometry at the University of Huddersfield, Professor John Siderov was among the speakers at the conference, which is now in its second year. His lecture provided a case analysis on managing common problems with children’s binocular vision.
Professor John Siderov at the conferenceProfessor Siderov commented: “Now in its second year, this annual event brings together local optical professionals and key industry partners to the University of Huddersfield, to share clinical expertise and support business development. It was pleasing to receive positive feedback about the event from both the participants and the sponsors and exhibitors. We look forward to continuing to support educational activities that support the development of optometry."
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There was a total of ten educational sessions throughout the day-long event, which all offered eyecare professionals points towards their continuing professional development. More than 100 people attended the conference.
The various lectures focused on refractive surgery, management excellence, dry eye and optical coherence tomography, with speakers including local eye surgeon Dr Fayyaz Musa, who has recently partnered with University Valli Opticians to bring his private eye clinic and expertise in advanced ophthalmology services to campus.
one of the sessions at the conference
signage at the conference
people at the conference
a session at the conference
Moin Valli, Managing Director at University Valli Opticians, commented: “The University Valli Opticians Annual Conference is a cornerstone of our commitment to supporting the professional growth of eyecare professional, bringing together industry leaders and practitioners to share knowledge and foster collaboration.”
In addition to the educational program, the conference hosted an exhibition showcasing the latest products, services, and technologies from leading industry suppliers including FODO, Stepper Eyewear, Eye Space, Silhouette, Bausch & Lomb, Net Zero Optics and Good Karma Eyewear.
Sponsors of the annual conference included Hoya Lens UK, Optegra, The Body Doctor, Eyes @ Uni and Spa Medica.