Lorcan Butler (@ButlerLorcan) profile picture

Optometrist Optical Engagement Manager. Educating optical professionals & healthcare practitioners. #acurecantwait

Joined December 2014
Photo by Lorcan Butler (@ButlerLorcan)
You're out with your non-optometrist friends on a Friday evening. One asks, "Can you take a look at my eye?" What would you do? Where does professionalism begin and end, asks @ButlerLorcan of @BrainTumourOrg fal.cn/3xsIV
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Today was my first involvement of educating GPs via lunchtime Teams meetings on #bettersafethantumour campaign and headache plus models with @ButlerLorcan and @EngagementHc. 29 attendees from one surgery! Feeling accomplished :)
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Lorcan Butler retweeted
Nervous about swollen discs? The critical task of differentiating papilloedema from mimics & masqueraders? Increase your confidence to identify relevant OCT findings with @butlerlorcan at the National OCT Conference, 12-13 March. BOOK NOW, DON'T MISS OUT topconhealthcare.eu/en_UK/ev…
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Delighted to be presenting about #IIH at the Alfred Hospital Grand Rounds Melbourne today. Thank you @anneke_vdw for hosting. Discussing the translation of our laboratory science to a phase 3 RCT aiming to bring a new drug treatment through for IIH. @IIHUK @ehutton
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Although brain tumours are rare, if you or a loved one experience two or more signs and symptoms it’s important that you speak to your doctor to rule out a brain tumour. Faster diagnosis leads to quicker treatments, so you’re always #BetterSafeThanTumour bit.ly/3sYlb9D
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It is so important that people with symptoms are seen as quickly as possible, so that they can either have a brain tumour ruled out or begin treatment and get the support they need. Any delays could be worrying, at an already difficult time. (2/3)
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#InternationalBrainTumourAwarenessweek Brain Tumours are the biggest cancer killer of the under 40s Would you like to make a difference in the Paed/TYA Neuro-Onc field? Are you passionate about Paeds/TYA Oncology & fancy a change? Then come & work with us linkedin.com/jobs/view/33339…
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My absolute hero. She’s a little battered & bruised but just look at that smile ❤️ Thank you to everyone at @NCAlliance_NHS #SalfordRoyal for taking such good care of Laura. I think she’s earned a loyalty card for Ward H7 now! #NHS @BrainTumourOrg
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This CPD article was inspired by @shitscaredmum and @BrainTumourOrg . Hoping that those who read @OptometryToday will be better able to spot signs and symptoms of brain tumours
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It’s #FrEYEday and we’d love to hear why #VisionMatters to you… Comment below or share your thoughts in a social media post. visionmatters.org.uk/downloa…
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Fluctuating hormones during the #menopause can bring an increased risk of a number of common eye conditions, including #DryEye #Cataract #Blepharitis and #Glaucoma. Discover more about menopause & eye health here visionmatters.org.uk/downloa… #EyeWeek #VisionMatters
It's estimated that by 2050 more than half of us will be short-sighted. Spending time outdoors – aim for 2hrs or more a day – has been shown to reduce the risk of myopia (short-sightedness) in children. #EyeWeek #VisionMatters #OutdoorPlayHelpsKeepsMyopiaAway
What are the symptoms of a brain tumour? @the16thman explains during the #RCPUpdate in Belfast @BrainTumourOrg @RCP_NI
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"There really does need to be more awareness of the signs and symptoms of brain tumours – I never would have thought that a problem with my eye sight could be because of a brain tumour." Read all about Samantha's story: bit.ly/3w9U4dO
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Brain Tumour Charity launch awareness campaign as cases spike nationalhealthexecutive.com/… @nhenews
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Lorcan Butler retweeted
#nanos2022 ⁦@NANOSTweets⁩ really important …check the fundus before performing invasive lumbar puncture or starting meds!!! Well done Dr Aung, great study ⁦@EmoryEyeCenter⁩ ⁦@vbiouss⁩
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This is our first ever TV advert We absolutely love this video it really does sum up what our community really wants. Please watch it, share it, let us know what you think. I hope you all have a peaceful festive season & have time with those you love youtu.be/nxqyxK2ByFg
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Love this fun fact for #EyeWeek 👁️
Measuring 5 cm in diameter, an ostrich’s eye is 5 times bigger than the human eye. Regardless of the size of your eye, whether it be an infant, toddler, child or adult, your local optometrist will give it a thorough examination inside and out. bit.ly/3hHChU1 #Eyeweek
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Early detection and treatment is vital to prevent avoidable sight loss. If you notice a change in your vision or have any concerns about your eye health call your local optician. Find out more: ▶️ nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-bod… #VisionMatters #EyeWeek #NationalEyeHealthWeek
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