Orthoptics is a specialised branch of healthcare dedicated to the assessment, diagnosis and management of binocular vision disorders, eye movement abnormalities, and related conditions.
Discover a dynamic career in orthoptics, where you’ll diagnose and treat vision disorders, improving patients’ quality of life. Whether you’re just starting or advancing your expertise, find out how you can make a difference.
In this section, you’ll find professional guidance and clinical advice for members of the orthoptic workforce, whatever your career stage or specialism.
BOSTU is the only union in the UK run by and for the orthoptic workforce. We provide work-related advice and support to individual members, as well as providing a voice for the orthoptic profession nationally
Read the latest news from across the profession, find out about upcoming events, and access our fortnightly e-zine, Parallel Vision.
We are the professional body and trade union for orthoptists and orthoptic clinical assistants across the UK and Ireland.
Members of BIOS receive comprehensive protection, exclusive resources and services, and expert advice and guidance.
Business meeting for North Heads of Service.
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Tickets for this event will be available to book from 12th June 2026 at 3:00pm. Bookings will close on 7th October 2026 at 8:00am.
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