Technology
Cameron Optometry first practice to welcome most advanced scanner available worldwide
22nd February 2018
This week, we welcome the Optos California scanner to the practice, continuing our commitment to ensure we always have the latest technology available. We are the first optometry practice in Scotland ...
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Technology, expertise and time: seek out a comprehensive eye examination
24th October 2017
According to a recent report by Which? two out of five eye tests in their research sample were not up to scratch. Although independent optometry practices did very well in the research, the overall re...
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Make time to protect your vision
08th May 2017
A recent survey found that around 10 million Brits are at risk of losing their sight because they “can’t be bothered” going for an eye examination. Testament to the importance of having regul...
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How to ensure glaucoma is detected early
15th March 2017
This week is World Glaucoma Week which has prompted us to encourage people to ensure they have regular checks. The earlier signs are spotted, the earlier it can be managed and treated. Our optometrist...
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High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, arthritis, cancers and now potentially Parkinsons… An eye examination is so much more than a test of your vision
21st August 2016
A new study shows promising signs that in the future an eye examination will be able to identify the early stages of Parkinson’s disease. Researchers have identified that changes in the sha...
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Reassurance regarding children’s eye examination following case in Ipswich
25th July 2016
It was with great sadness that we read the about the case of Vincent Barker (8) who died in 2012 following the missed diagnosis of bilateral papilloedema which was a sign of a buildup of fluid on his ...
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We’ve been shortlisted for another award!
22nd February 2016
We’ve been shortlisted for another award! As some of you may be aware Ian Cameron currently holds the title of UK Contact Lens Practitioner of the Year With that success behind us, along with the U...
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iPad dispensing – giving you the perfect fit
21st July 2015
iPads or should that be eyePads, have been an invaluable tool at Cameron Optometry for a number of years now. There have been a several stories about them in the media lately as more optometrists ackn...
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Optometrists can alleviate pressure on A & E
13th January 2015
In a week when the pressure on A & E departments hasn’t been out of the news, the Local Optical Committee Support Unit (LOCSU) has highlighted the role that optometrists and opticians could play...
Read moreSmartphone app for eye tests
27th August 2013
My first mobile phone made calls, sent about 200 characters of text and weighed enough that to use the term mobile was a slight exaggeration. My most recent phone looks like it might be able to downl...
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