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The Ophthalmologist / Issues / 2026 / April / Rethinking UK Glaucoma Care
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Rethinking UK Glaucoma Care

UK College of Optometrists calls for shift in detecting and managing glaucoma 

4/27/2026 2 min read

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Top Institutions in Ophthalmology - Glaucoma Care

Institutions leading in glaucoma care combine clinical ophthalmology expertise with community optometry integration, health services research, and policy advocacy to develop and implement shared care models and referral filtering services. Their methodologies include clinical trials, health services evaluations, and collaborative care pathway development.

  • #1

    Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

    London, England

    Moorfields is a world-renowned ophthalmic center with extensive clinical and research expertise in glaucoma management, pioneering shared care models and referral filtering services in the UK.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Glaucoma
    • Eye Care Services Research
  • #2

    The College of Optometrists

    London, England

    As the professional body for optometrists in the UK, it drives evidence-based policy and training for optometry-led glaucoma referral filtering and shared care, influencing national commissioning.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry
    • Glaucoma Referral Filtering
    • Primary Eye Care
  • #3

    University of Edinburgh - Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences

    Edinburgh, Scotland

    The University of Edinburgh conducts leading research on glaucoma epidemiology and shared care models, supporting Scotland's rollout of community glaucoma services.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology Research
    • Glaucoma
    • Health Services Research
  • #4

    Queen's University Belfast - Centre for Public Health

    Belfast, Northern Ireland

    Active in research and service development for glaucoma care, including ocular hypertension management and community-based services in Northern Ireland.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Public Health
    • Glaucoma Services
  • #5

    Cardiff University - School of Optometry and Vision Sciences

    Cardiff, Wales

    Contributes to research and training supporting Wales' implementation of community glaucoma shared care pathways and optometry-led services.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry
    • Glaucoma Care
    • Vision Sciences

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