The all-Ireland Gaelic football winner with Tyrone says his eyes have “sparked” back into life after receiving specialist laser eye treatment in Belfast. Conor Gormley, known as ‘The Block From The Rock’, was one of Tyrone’s most celebrated players until he hung up his county boots in January this year. The 34-year-old electrician [...]
British Cycling’s Performance Director David Brailsford, recently noted that their recent success stemmed from the aggregation of marginal gains. One professional rugby player who recognises the importance that small margins play in impacting a sporting performance is Ulster Rugby’s, utility back Ricky Andrew. A formidable full back who thrived last season as the [...]
There are a number of old wives’ tales out there regarding laser eye procedures. Here are some of the top myths floating around out there that just aren't true: 1. Myth: Laser eye surgery is painful Before a laser eye procedure starts, anaesthetic drops are put into the patient's eyes meaning that they do [...]
An observation made by Professor Johnny Moore has led to a research project funded by Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke (NICHS). Professor Johnny Moore considers “the eye as a window to the circulatory system” and states that an eye exam may predict if someone is at the risk of having a heart problem. Professor [...]
Ms Claire Dowey BSc(Hons) MCOptom PGDip CRS (Theory) Claire Dowey was born in Northern Ireland but grew up in Senegal, West Africa. She studied Optometry at the University of Ulster, Coleraine and completed her pre-registration year at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London in 2009. She has since achieved a Post-grad Diploma in Refractive and Cataract Surgery and most [...]
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