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What is a Certificate of Visual Impairment and how can it help me?

Macular specialist, Declan Flanagan, who is the director of the Certificate of Visual Impairment (CVI) programme nationally talks about the history of the CVI, as well as how it started and why. Watch the video below. 

Charles Bonnet syndrome (CBS)

Leading expert on visual hallucinations talks about the latest advice and developments in treatment for Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). Watch the video below. 

Myopic macular degeneration in children

Professor Jeremy Guggenheim gives a presentation on myopia and myopic maculopathy. Watch the video below. 

Dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and the potential for treatments

Clare Bailey from Bristol Eye Hospital discusses the potential treatments on the horizon for dry aged-related macular degeneration (AMD). Watch the video below. 

Eye clinics during and after coronavirus

Consultant ophthalmologist Robin Hamilton looks at how the coronavirus has changed the future of eye care services. Watch the video below. 

Understanding gene mutations in childhood eye disease

Researcher Roly Megaw sheds light on the devastating impact of RPGR gene mutations, which can cause macular and cone rod dystrophies. Watch the video below.

Increased dose of Eylea to extend treatment intervals

Dr Kenneth Fan discusses the increased dose of licensed drug Eylea (aflibercept) to treat wet age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular oedema. Watch the video below.

Trains, planes and automobiles

Pete Lock from Guide Dogs shares his experience travelling across the UK on public transport and shares tips and strategies for stress-free journeys. Watch the video below.

Do magnifying intraocular lenses work for people with macular disease?

Dr Julie Silvestri from Royal Hospitals, Belfast, joins us to discuss the first clinical trial being undertaken by her team, investigating the effectiveness of magnifying intraocular lens implants. Watch the video below.

Latest updates in myopic macular degeneration

Dr Annegret Dahlmann-Noor joins us to talk about myopic macular degeneration (MMD). She also discusses its prevalence and her latest research into the condition on how to slow myopia progression in childhood and adolescence. Watch the video below.