ABDO launches new Clinical Hub

ABDO clinical lead, Max Halford

ABDO has launched an online Clinical Hub for members to bring together up-to-date research and current knowledge on a range of topics.

The hub will be constantly expanded, and launches with a focus on myopia management, along with a DO guide to eye diseases and a section on extended services. Members can also access useful resources such as a guide to acronyms used in eyecare and eyewear, a glossary of terms, as well as links to ABDO’s clinical advice and guidelines, patient leaflets and information to share with patients.

The hub was developed by ABDO clinical lead, Max Halford, who said: “This hub is for members looking for support on topics from children’s eye issues to supporting older people with their visual needs. It offers headline information followed by a deeper insight into each subject, and is fully backed up by, and linked to, available research.

“No matter what stage you are at in your career, we hope that the resources and links provided will prove useful,” Max continued. “In each main section, you will find an overview of the topic, as well as fuller articles and resources.

“We need to be sure that the patients we care for are fully informed and participate in decisions around their eye health – and to do this we, as clinicians, need to ensure our knowledge and understanding is up-to-date and relevant. DOs are part of a wider clinical multi-disciplinary team and we hope this new Clinical Hub will help them contribute as widely as possible in patients’ eye health decisions.”

Other topics planned for 2021 include healthy living optical practices, contact lenses, low vision and dry eye. ABDO members who would like to contribute to a topic by conducting a review of current research and drawing together useful resources, should contact mhalford@abdo.org.uk

ABDO members can explore the Clinical Hub here.