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Ophthalmic
Clinics

Dr. R. Peswani, Ophthalmologist at Kenwood Gardens Clinic,
reports as follows:—
The work in this Clinic progressed smoothly during the past year.
There are two sessions weekly and attendances have been fairly
good. The work continues to be predominantly the investigation and
treatment of refractive errors and squints in school children. Cases
requiring orthoptic investigation and treatment are referred to the orthoptist
after refraction. During the year orthoptic sessions were started at
this clinic and this was welcomed by many parents as it meant a shorter
journey for them.
Dr. G. F. Ensor, Consultant Ophthalmologist submits the following
report on the work of the Wanstead Place Ophthalmic Clinic:—
The Ophthalmic clinic held on Wednesday morning at 35 V/anstead
Place, E.11, has been very well attended this year. The staff includes
a consultant ophthalmologist, orthoptist, dispensing optician,and ophthalmic
secretary. This ensures that all patients have full and comprehensive
treatment, with the minimum of visits. This is particularly important
in the case of schoolchildren.
The age of children attending the clinic for the first time appears to
be getting younger. This is very satisfactory. In cases of strabismus in
particular, the earlier treatment is commenced, the more beneficial it is
likely to be. Amblyopia is less inclined to develop, and if present, is
more easily eradicated. This is also the case with anisometropes, who
are likely to develop amblyopia, if glasses are not prescribed and worn
at an early age.