03/06/2026
National Orthoptics Awareness Week | 1-5 June
This week, we recognise and celebrate the orthoptists who play a vital role in protecting and preserving vision for Australians of all ages.
This year’s theme, “Because I am an Orthoptist”, highlights the skill, dedication, and clinical expertise of these essential eye health professionals.
At Glaucoma Australia, our orthoptist educators are at the heart of our SiGHTWiSE program, providing trusted, evidence-based support to people living with glaucoma across the country. They guide patients through diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care with clarity, compassion, and clinical expertise.
Good vision is central to independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. Orthoptists play a key role in helping people understand and manage their eye health, working alongside ophthalmologists and the broader eye care team.
We acknowledge and thank all orthoptists across Australia - and especially our dedicated orthoptist educators at GA - for the difference they make every day in improving patient outcomes and supporting people through their glaucoma journey.
