Multiple to roll out eye scanners

Dr Kaye having an eye scan at Boots Opticians

Boots Opticians has announced plans to install the Optos Optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging scanner in more than 120 of its practices – widening its patients’ access to the technology.

Optomap allows 82 per cent of the retina to be captured in a single image, which grows to 97 per cent when montaged, helping clinicians to detect earlier signs of undiagnosed health conditions, including ocular tumours, hypertension and diabetes.

Kyle Rowe, managing director at Boots Opticians, said: “We’re delighted to bring Optomap’s ultra-wide eye scans to Boots Opticians customers. This innovative technology not only gives patients a more detailed eye exam compared to traditional eye tests, but it can give a more accurate picture of their health, detecting early signs of many serious health conditions. This is transformative in terms of empowering patients to be able to make more informed decisions about their overall health.”

Dr Philippa Kaye, GP and author, commented: “Optomap is a game-changing eye scan that can support opticians to detect signs of underlying conditions allowing for earlier diagnosis and treatment, keeping you healthier overall.”