Technology Practice of the Year sponsored by Grafton Optical and its technology partners.
This award will seek to reward the practice that can demonstrate an ability to use technology effectively. This might be for the direct clinical needs of the patient or the efficient operation of the practice for the patients’ benefit. Particular emphasis on the detection of ocular conditions and provision of strong eye care should form a major theme in any entry. The judges will be looking for evidence of a range of technologies such as tonometry, perimetry, pachymetry, retinal and anterior digital imaging, corneal topography and optical coherence tomography. These instruments are important but not necessary to enter this award category. This award seeks to reward a practice that has applied technology for the benefit of the patient and the promotion of the practice, plus links with your Local Hospital, Ophthalmologists and patient testimonials.
Vision for Life Award sponsored by Johnson & Johnson Vision Care
Over the past 30 years, Johnson & Johnson Vision Care has been at the forefront of contact lens development, delivering the world’s first disposable contact lens. This led to the development of the ACUVUE® contact lens range, the leading brand in soft disposable contact lenses, which offers a comprehensive family of lens products that allows freedom of choice to fit every patient. These advancements in contact lens technology have helped patients live their life to the full. Johnson & Johnson have always believed that innovation and pioneering endeavor is paramount and it is illustrated by their Credo: Research must be carried on, innovative programmes developed…and new products launched.
The Education Award sponsored by The Vision Care Institute
THE VISION CARE INSTITUTE® provides Eye Care Professionals with class-leading hands-on practical education, delivered by experts using cutting-edge technology in a state-of-the-art facility that includes 6 examination rooms. THE VISION CARE INSTITUTE® prides itself with keeping on top of current trends in the industry and courses, which are free to attend, are continuously updated to reflect this. To complement the practical courses, THE VISION CARE INSTITUTE® also provides clinicians access to an extensive distance learning resource via its website helping registrants to keep up to date with the latest techniques and developments at a time and place that is most suitable for them. Visit www.thevisioncareinstitute.co.ukfor more information.
Independent Practice of the Year sopnsored by HOYA
Hoya Lens has had a presence in the UK for over 30 years. In that time, they have brought to the UK optical market the best quality lens materials, the most advanced lens designs and the most innovative treatments; all matched to the evolving needs of consumers and trade partners in the optical field.
Hoya’s ophthalmic lenses are manufactured with the greatest care and precision and correspond to the strictest optical, aesthetic and cosmetic quality standards. Thanks to an extensive investment in R&D and the latest manufacturing methods, the Hoya lens design range offers a solution perfectly suited for every spectacle wearer.
Optometrist of the Year sponsored by BBGR
BBGR, Europe’s 3rd largest manufacturer of Progressive lenses, is a leader in the field of Digital Surfacing.
From its base in Manchester, BBGR supplies a comprehensive portfolio of ophthalmic lenses to independent opticians and labs throughout the UK.
Highly regarded for its technical innovation, BBGR enjoys international recognition for class-leading products such as AnateoMio®, the first Progressive lens to take ocular anatomy into account, and Neva® Max Secret, a unique achromatic premium anti-reflective coating.
Contact Lens Practitioner of the Year sponsored by Ciba Vision
CIBA VISION has a heritage of innovation which has improved the lives of many millions of contact lens wearers and of providing valuable support to Contact Lens Practitioners helping them develop their clinical skills, their understanding of contact lens wearers’ needs and the eye care business. Innovative products such as DAILIES®AquaComfort Plus™ with moisture release technology and AIR OPTIX® with TriComfort™ Technology enhance wearers’ experiences with improved comfort and reduced deposition. Under the umbrella of the Academy for EyeCare Excellence, CIBA VISION support practitioners, students, support staff and business owners with education and training developed in association with independent experts.
