Posted on: Wed 22-01-2025

The Guild of Optometric Directors of Nigeria (GOODON) has stressed the need to explore innovative approaches to enhance patient care and improve operational efficiency.

President of GOODON, Dr Adesuwa Agbotae, who made a call during a conference in Abuja, said collaboration and innovations are critical to building a stronger, more resilient and impactful optometric profession.

Agotae said the guild promotes high-quality optometric care in the private health sector, and preserves and advances the profession of optometry in the country.

He said: “As we navigate the complex and dynamic healthcare landscape, we needed to explore innovative approaches to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the financial sustainability of our practices.

“I encourage you to embrace the spirit of collaboration and innovation. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient, impactful optometric profession that benefits patients, communities, and the nation.”

Also speaking, Chairman, of GOODON, FCT Chapter, Dr Loveth Okorie, said the conference will delve into the latest industry trends, forge valuable collaborations, and share diverse experiences. “We will look beyond frames and lenses and explore how we, as leaders, can reshape the future of eye care in Nigeria.

“We’re not here to protect sight, but to offer fresh insights into best practices, groundbreaking technologies, and business strategies that will set the pace for the industry,” she noted.

The Registrar, Optometrist and Dispensing Optician Registration Board of Nigeria, Dr Obinna Awiaka, reiterated the board’s commitment to supporting the profession’s growth.

“The future of optometry hinges on the ability to adopt best practices, improve our service delivery, and integrate modern technology and business strategies into our practices,” he said.

He said the board remained committed to supporting the growth and development of the optometric profession and recognises the vital role that professional bodies like the Guild of Optometric Directors of Nigeria play in advancing the interests of members and the sector.

“It is through such initiatives that we can collectively explore new ways to strengthen our practices, improve patient care, and outcomes, and meet the population’s growing demand for quality eye care services.”

He said efforts are being made to address Nigeria’s healthcare system challenges. “We are contributing maximally to the patient outcome in terms of health care delivery and engaging our people in continuing professional education to ensure standardised practice and model of practice in their workplaces.

The Chairman of the Local Organising committee, Dr Nzerem Onyedikachi, said the organisation gathered business industry experts to reflect and provide insights into how to improve businesses and maximise efficiency.

SOURCE: GUARDIAN NEWSPAPER

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