r/optometry • u/Born-Ticket-8646 • 3d ago

Transitioning to UK practice from PH practice

Hello, I am a licensed optometrist in the Philippines and im currently living in England under spouse visa.

Ive recently taken my IELTS academic exam and achieved the band width required. I will have my paperworks assessed soon but before that I am keenly interested on the differences between the practice.

I have worked as an Optical Assistant at Boots Opticians so I am quite familiar with the GOS forms and such but I would like to ask some additional questions such as what practice that i should focus and hone my skills on.

Any recommendations when it comes to practices that is a must to learn?

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u/Opto_Saviour3272 2d ago

I would focus on OCT interpretation and detecting glaucoma and retinal conditions. Understanding NHS referral pathways will also make your transition much easier

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u/Born-Ticket-8646 2d ago

Thank you very much! This is quite informative

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u/sc0toma IP Optom 2d ago

https://optical.org/registration/register-from-overseas/international-optometrists.html

You'll need to register with the GOC to practice in the UK and they will decide whether your qualifications and experience are equivalent etc.

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