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The Ophthalmologist / Issues / 2026 / July / UK College of Optometrists Elects New President
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UK College of Optometrists Elects New President

New appointment announced at AGM 

7/2/2026 2 min read

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Clinical Scorecard: UK College of Optometrists Elects New President

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionOptometry Leadership
Key MechanismsAdvancement of optometry education and professional standards
Target PopulationOptometrists in the UK
Care SettingOptometry practice and education

Key Highlights

  • Professor Irene Ctori elected as new President of the UK College of Optometrists
  • Ctori previously served as Vice-President and has extensive clinical and educational experience
  • Immediate Past-President Dr Gillian Rudduck continues as Trustee and Council member
  • Hassnain Safdar elected as Vice President, Irfan Razvi and Professor Kathryn Saunders as Trustees
  • Professor Ctori stated, 'I look forward to building on the important work already underway to ensure optometrists remain at the heart of eyecare delivery, with their full range of skills, knowledge and competencies recognised, valued and utilized for the benefit of patients.'

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          Clinical Best Practices

          • Ensure optometrists' skills and competencies are recognized and utilized in eyecare delivery, as stated by Professor Ctori.

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