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Allied Ophthalmic Personnel
Community Eye Health. 2020;33(110):S11-S12.
How can we make the most of allied health personnel?
Kim U, Ramasamy D.
This article explores strategies for maximising the contribution of allied health personnel within eye care teams, drawing on practical experience from high-volume settings. It offers actionable guidance for hospital managers on task allocation, motivation, and workforce optimisation.
Community Eye Health. 2020;33(110):S14-S15.
Paving the career path for allied ophthalmic personnel.
Ramasamy D.
This article outlines structured approaches to building career progression pathways for allied ophthalmic staff, addressing a key challenge in retaining skilled eye care workers. It provides a framework for hospital administrators seeking to invest in long-term workforce development.
Community Eye Health. 2023;36(118):2-4.
Management of medicines in an eye hospital.
Rasiah U, Ramasamy D.
This article provides practical guidance on the management of medicines within an eye hospital, covering procurement, storage, dispensing, and accountability systems. It is a useful reference for hospital operations teams working to improve pharmaceutical governance and reduce wastage.
Community Eye Health. 2018;31(102):41-43.
Selecting and training candidates to suit their role.
Dhivya R, Patel D.
This article addresses the importance of aligning candidate selection and training programmes with the specific demands of different allied ophthalmic roles. It provides a practical framework for human resource teams in eye hospitals to improve recruitment outcomes and training effectiveness.
Community Eye Health J. 2017;30(97):9-10.
How to 'do' CPD with your team (from the organisation's perspective).
Dhivya R, Gilbert SS.
This article offers a hospital-level perspective on organising and sustaining continuing professional development (CPD) for eye care teams. It provides practical strategies for managers to embed a culture of learning within their institutions.
Community Eye Health. 2014;27(86):26-27.
Building the eye care team.
Ravilla T, Chinnathambi G.
This article outlines the principles of building an effective, multidisciplinary eye care team, drawing on the Aravind model of task-sharing and role clarity. It is a practical reference for hospital leaders designing team structures for high-volume, high-quality care delivery.
Indian J Ophthalmol. 1999 Mar;47(1):49-52.
Refresher training and continuing education for para-medical ophthalmic assistants.
Shamanna BR, Rao RS, Premarajan KC, Saravanan S, Thulasiraj RD, Venkataswamy G.
This early study examines the impact of structured refresher training on the knowledge and performance of paramedical ophthalmic assistants in India. It establishes the evidence base for ongoing education as a cornerstone of allied workforce quality in eye care.
Indian J Ophthalmol. 2023 Jan;71(1):268-274.
Uptake pattern of training programs over two decades at an International Ophthalmic Training Institute in India.
Krishnaveni G, Joseph S, Thulasiraj R.
This study analyses trends in the uptake of ophthalmic training programmes over twenty years at a leading international training institute, providing insights into the evolving demand for eye care education globally. It is a key reference for institutions planning training capacity and curriculum development.
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