ABDO repsonds to GOC research

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New research published by the General Optical Council (GOC) shows an increase in public satisfaction in eyecare services.

The research showed that 94 per cent of respondents who had a sight test/eye examination in the last two years were satisfied with the optometrist who carried it out.

The GOC public perceptions research also revealed that optical practices are now the initial port of call for people with an eye problem.

Max Halford, ABDO clinical lead, commented: “It is encouraging to see that more patients than ever are recognising that the expertise to deal with eyecare problems is at their local optician practices.

“The ABDO Extended Services course, now supported by grants from NHS England via Health Education England, is helping even more contact lens opticians [CLOs] to up-skill to support patients with acute eyecare problems at their local High Street practices.

“ABDO’s #YesaDOcan campaign highlights the varied and skilled roles of dispensing opticians [DOs] and CLOs. As patients increasingly turn to their optical practice for eyecare advice rather than their GP, DOs are well-placed to provide clinical advice on common eye conditions and deliver monitoring services,” Max added.

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