Discover the future of contact lens fitting

A forecast of the role of technology in contact lens practice is on offer in BCLA webinar.

The session, on Wednesday 19 April, will review lens fitting and outline how to thoroughly assess patient suitability before and during the procedure. It will be led by past BCLA president Brian Tompkins (pictured) and David Berkow, a fellow of IACLE, the BCLA and the College of Optometrists.

Brian said: “Special emphasis will be on tear analysis options and new advances in topography as there are now instruments that are a one stop option for complete analysis of all aspects of tears/lids and the ocular surface.

“We will discuss slit lamp imaging analysis and image grading along with a run through of various new innovations in profilometry and how this now leads to empirical fitting for many speciality contact lenses.

“The session will help eye care professionals gain an understanding of the importance of screening the patient for suitability prior to fitting, while giving them the chance to learn the techniques needed to analyse tears and grade potential issues with dry eye.”

To join the BCLA or register for the members-only session, held at 6.30pm Wednesday, 19 April, visit www.bcla.org.uk.