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Yr Athro Barbara Ryan
Cyfarwyddwr Rhaglenni Ôl-raddedig a Chyfarwyddwr WOPEC
Trosolwyg
Teaching
I am currently Director of Postgraduate Taught Programmes; Certificate, Diploma and MSc in Clinical Optometry, a Certificate in Eye Care Governance and a Certificate in Glaucoma.
I am also Module Leader or Tutor on a number of the postgraduate modules; 3 Low Vision Modules, Legal
Aspects of UK Optometry, Evidence Based Optometry and Clinical Audit, Study Skills.
Cyhoeddiad
2024
- Rawlings, A. et al. 2024. The burden of acute eye conditions on different healthcare providers: a retrospective population-based study. British Journal of General Practice 74, pp. e264-e274. (10.3399/BJGP.2022.0616)
2022
- MacFarlane, E., Carson-Stevens, A., North, R., Ryan, B. and Acton, J. 2022. A mixed-methods characterisation of patient safety incidents by primary eye care practitioners. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 42(6), pp. 1304-1315. (10.1111/opo.13030)
- Cottrell, P., North, R., Sheen, N. and Ryan, B. 2022. Optometry independent prescribing during COVID lockdown in Wales. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 42(6), pp. 1289-1303. (10.1111/opo.13028)
- Karas, M., Bartlett, S., Whitaker, A., Sheen, N., North, R. and Ryan, B. 2022. An analysis of glaucoma repeat measures assessment results: Are core competencies enough?. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 42(6), pp. 1147-1158. (10.1111/opo.13032)
2021
- Bartlett, R., Acton, J., Ryan, B., Man, R., Pickles, T. and Nollett, C. 2021. Training results in increased practitioner confidence and identification of depression in people with low vision: a mixed methods study. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 41(2), pp. 316-330. (10.1111/opo.12788)
2020
- Nollett, C., Bartlett, R., Man, R., Pickles, T., Ryan, B. and Acton, J. H. 2020. Barriers to integrating routine depression screening into community low vision rehabilitation services: a mixed methods study. BMC Psychiatry 20, pp. 419. (10.1186/s12888-020-02805-8)
- Karas, M., Sheen, N. J. L., North, R. V., Ryan, B. and Bullock, A. 2020. Continuing professional development requirements for UK health professionals: a scoping review. BMJ Open 10(3), article number: e032781. (10.1136/bmjopen-2019-032781)
2019
- Nollett, C., Bartlett, R., Man, R., Pickles, T., Ryan, B. and Acton, J. H. 2019. How do community-based eye care practitioners approach depression in patients with low vision? A mixed methods study. BMC Psychiatry 19(1), article number: 426. (10.1186/s12888-019-2387-x)
- Nollett, C. et al. 2019. Depressive symptoms in people with a vision impairment: A cross-sectional study to identify who is most at risk. BMJ Open 9(1), article number: e026163. (10.1136/bmjopen-2018-026163)
2017
- Taylor, J. J. et al. 2017. Effectiveness of portable electronic and optical magnifiers for near vision activities in low vision: a randomised crossover trial. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 37(4), pp. 370-384. (10.1111/opo.12379)
- John, R. and Ryan, B. 2017. A general practice model for low vision: lessons learned in Wales. Optometry in Practice 18(2), pp. 127-132.
2016
- Nollett, C. L. et al. 2016. Depression in Visual Impairment Trial (DEPVIT): a randomized clinical trial of depression treatments in people with low vision. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science 57(10), pp. 4247-4254. (10.1167/iovs.16-19345)
- Nollett, C. et al. 2016. High prevalence of untreated depression in patients accessing low-vision services. Ophthalmology 123(2), pp. 440-441. (10.1016/j.ophtha.2015.07.009)
2014
- Taylor, J. et al. 2014. The p-EVES study design and methodology: a randomised controlled trial to compare portable electronic vision enhancement systems (p-EVES) to optical magnifiers for near vision activities in visual impairment. Ophthalmic And Physiological Optics 34(5), pp. 558-572. (10.1111/opo.12149)
- Bullock, A. D., Barnes, E. J., Ryan, B. and Sheen, N. J. L. 2014. Case-based discussion supporting learning and practice in optometry. Ophthalmic And Physiological Optics 34(5), pp. 614-621. (10.1111/opo.12151)
- Woodhouse, J. M., Davies, N., McAvinchey, A. and Ryan, B. 2014. Ocular and visual status among children in special schools in Wales: the burden of unrecognised visual impairment.. Archives of Disease in Childhood 99(6), pp. 500-504. (10.1136/archdischild-2013-304866)
- Ryan, B. 2014. Models of low vision care: past, present and future. Clinical and Experimental Optometry 97(3), pp. 209-213. (10.1111/cxo.12157)
2013
- Ryan, B., Khadka, J., Bunce, C. and Court, H. J. 2013. Effectiveness of the community-based Low Vision Service Wales: A long-term outcome study. British Journal of Ophthalmology 97(4), pp. 487-491. (10.1136/bjophthalmol-2012-302416)
- Charlton, M. N., Jenkins, D. R., Rhodes, C., Martin-Smith, T. and Ryan, B. 2013. The Welsh Low Vision Service - a summary. Optometry in Practice 12(1), pp. 29-38.
2012
- Stone, N., Ryan, B. and Sinclair, A. 2012. Diabetic eye disease and low vision. British Journal of Diabetes and Vascular Disease 11(6), pp. 282-287. (10.1177/1474651411428950)
- Khadka, J., Ryan, B., Margrain, T. H., Woodhouse, J. M. and Davies, N. 2012. Listening to voices of children with a visual impairment: A focus group study. British Journal of Visual Impairment 30(3), pp. 182-196. (10.1177/0264619612453105)
- Margrain, T. H. et al. 2012. The depression in Visual Impairment Trial (DEPVIT): trial design and protocol. BMC Psychiatry 12(1), article number: 57. (10.1186/1471-244X-12-57)
2011
- Court, H. J., Ryan, B., Bunce, C. and Margrain, T. H. 2011. How effective is the new community-based Welsh low vision service?. British Journal of Ophthalmology 95(2), pp. 178-184. (10.1136/bjo.2010.179606)
2010
- Khadka, J., Ryan, B., Margrain, T. H., Court, H. J. and Woodhouse, J. M. 2010. Development of the 25-item Cardiff Visual Ability Questionnaire for Children (CVAQC). British Journal of Ophthalmology 94(6), pp. 730-735. (10.1136/bjo.2009.171181)
- Ryan, B. and Margrain, T. H. 2010. Research findings no 28: All Wales visual impairment database. Project Report. London, UK: Thomas Pocklington Trust.
- Ryan, B., Margrain, T. H., Reidy, A. and Minassian, D. 2010. Occasional paper no 24: All Wales visual impairment database. Project Report. London, UK: Thomas Pocklington Trust.
- Ryan, B., White, S. D., Wild, J. M., Court, H. and Margrain, T. H. 2010. The newly established primary care based Welsh Low Vision Service is effective and has improved access to low vision services in Wales. Ophthalmic And Physiological Optics 30(4), pp. 358-364. (10.1111/j.1475-1313.2010.00729.x)
- Ryan, B. and Margrain, T. H. 2010. Registration for people with sight impairment: Fit for purpose?. British Journal of Ophthalmology 94(12), pp. 1692-1693. (10.1136/bjo.2009.178558)
- Ryan, B. 2010. Evaluation of low vision services in the United Kingdom. PhD Thesis, Cardiff University.
2009
- Ryan, B., Sinclair, A. and Woodhouse, J. M. Robertson, H. ed. 2009. Low vision: The essential guide for optometrists. Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and The College of Optometrists.
2008
- Ryan, B., Court, H. J. and Margrain, T. H. 2008. Measuring low vision service outcomes: Rasch Analysis of the seven-item National Eye Institute visual function questionnaire. Optometry and Vision Science 85(2), pp. 112-121. (10.1097/OPX.0b013e31816225dc)
- Khadka, J., Woodhouse, J. M., Margrain, T. H., Ryan, B. and Davies, N. 2008. Focusing children in focus groups [Abstract]. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 28(1), pp. 99-99. (10.1111/j.1475-1313.2007.00530_11.x)
- Sinclair, A. and Ryan, B. Robertson, H. ed. 2008. Low vision: The essential guide for ophthalmologists. The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.
2005
- Margrain, T. H., Ryan, B. and Wild, J. M. 2005. A revolution in Welsh low vision service provision. British Journal of Ophthalmology 89(8), pp. 933-934. (10.1136/bjo.2005.066142)
2002
- Culham, L. E. et al. 2002. Low vision services for vision rehabilitation in the United Kingdom. British Journal of Ophthalmology 86(7), pp. 743-747. (10.1136/bjo.86.7.743)
1999
- Ryan, B. 1999. Commentary: The low vision challenge. British Journal of Visual Impairment 17(3), pp. 93-93. (10.1177/026461969901700302)
- Ryan, B., Culham, L. E., Hill, A. R., Jackson, A. J., Jones, B., Bird, A. C. and Bunce, C. 1999. Multi-disciplinary low vision services in the United Kingdom. Visual Impairment Research 1(3), pp. 181-186. (10.1076/vimr.1.3.181.4445)
- Ryan, B. and Culham, L. 1999. Fragmented vision: survey of low vision services in the UK. Royal National Institute for the Blind.
Articles
- Rawlings, A. et al. 2024. The burden of acute eye conditions on different healthcare providers: a retrospective population-based study. British Journal of General Practice 74, pp. e264-e274. (10.3399/BJGP.2022.0616)
- MacFarlane, E., Carson-Stevens, A., North, R., Ryan, B. and Acton, J. 2022. A mixed-methods characterisation of patient safety incidents by primary eye care practitioners. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 42(6), pp. 1304-1315. (10.1111/opo.13030)
- Cottrell, P., North, R., Sheen, N. and Ryan, B. 2022. Optometry independent prescribing during COVID lockdown in Wales. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 42(6), pp. 1289-1303. (10.1111/opo.13028)
- Karas, M., Bartlett, S., Whitaker, A., Sheen, N., North, R. and Ryan, B. 2022. An analysis of glaucoma repeat measures assessment results: Are core competencies enough?. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 42(6), pp. 1147-1158. (10.1111/opo.13032)
- Bartlett, R., Acton, J., Ryan, B., Man, R., Pickles, T. and Nollett, C. 2021. Training results in increased practitioner confidence and identification of depression in people with low vision: a mixed methods study. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 41(2), pp. 316-330. (10.1111/opo.12788)
- Nollett, C., Bartlett, R., Man, R., Pickles, T., Ryan, B. and Acton, J. H. 2020. Barriers to integrating routine depression screening into community low vision rehabilitation services: a mixed methods study. BMC Psychiatry 20, pp. 419. (10.1186/s12888-020-02805-8)
- Karas, M., Sheen, N. J. L., North, R. V., Ryan, B. and Bullock, A. 2020. Continuing professional development requirements for UK health professionals: a scoping review. BMJ Open 10(3), article number: e032781. (10.1136/bmjopen-2019-032781)
- Nollett, C., Bartlett, R., Man, R., Pickles, T., Ryan, B. and Acton, J. H. 2019. How do community-based eye care practitioners approach depression in patients with low vision? A mixed methods study. BMC Psychiatry 19(1), article number: 426. (10.1186/s12888-019-2387-x)
- Nollett, C. et al. 2019. Depressive symptoms in people with a vision impairment: A cross-sectional study to identify who is most at risk. BMJ Open 9(1), article number: e026163. (10.1136/bmjopen-2018-026163)
- Taylor, J. J. et al. 2017. Effectiveness of portable electronic and optical magnifiers for near vision activities in low vision: a randomised crossover trial. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 37(4), pp. 370-384. (10.1111/opo.12379)
- John, R. and Ryan, B. 2017. A general practice model for low vision: lessons learned in Wales. Optometry in Practice 18(2), pp. 127-132.
- Nollett, C. L. et al. 2016. Depression in Visual Impairment Trial (DEPVIT): a randomized clinical trial of depression treatments in people with low vision. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science 57(10), pp. 4247-4254. (10.1167/iovs.16-19345)
- Nollett, C. et al. 2016. High prevalence of untreated depression in patients accessing low-vision services. Ophthalmology 123(2), pp. 440-441. (10.1016/j.ophtha.2015.07.009)
- Taylor, J. et al. 2014. The p-EVES study design and methodology: a randomised controlled trial to compare portable electronic vision enhancement systems (p-EVES) to optical magnifiers for near vision activities in visual impairment. Ophthalmic And Physiological Optics 34(5), pp. 558-572. (10.1111/opo.12149)
- Bullock, A. D., Barnes, E. J., Ryan, B. and Sheen, N. J. L. 2014. Case-based discussion supporting learning and practice in optometry. Ophthalmic And Physiological Optics 34(5), pp. 614-621. (10.1111/opo.12151)
- Woodhouse, J. M., Davies, N., McAvinchey, A. and Ryan, B. 2014. Ocular and visual status among children in special schools in Wales: the burden of unrecognised visual impairment.. Archives of Disease in Childhood 99(6), pp. 500-504. (10.1136/archdischild-2013-304866)
- Ryan, B. 2014. Models of low vision care: past, present and future. Clinical and Experimental Optometry 97(3), pp. 209-213. (10.1111/cxo.12157)
- Ryan, B., Khadka, J., Bunce, C. and Court, H. J. 2013. Effectiveness of the community-based Low Vision Service Wales: A long-term outcome study. British Journal of Ophthalmology 97(4), pp. 487-491. (10.1136/bjophthalmol-2012-302416)
- Charlton, M. N., Jenkins, D. R., Rhodes, C., Martin-Smith, T. and Ryan, B. 2013. The Welsh Low Vision Service - a summary. Optometry in Practice 12(1), pp. 29-38.
- Stone, N., Ryan, B. and Sinclair, A. 2012. Diabetic eye disease and low vision. British Journal of Diabetes and Vascular Disease 11(6), pp. 282-287. (10.1177/1474651411428950)
- Khadka, J., Ryan, B., Margrain, T. H., Woodhouse, J. M. and Davies, N. 2012. Listening to voices of children with a visual impairment: A focus group study. British Journal of Visual Impairment 30(3), pp. 182-196. (10.1177/0264619612453105)
- Margrain, T. H. et al. 2012. The depression in Visual Impairment Trial (DEPVIT): trial design and protocol. BMC Psychiatry 12(1), article number: 57. (10.1186/1471-244X-12-57)
- Court, H. J., Ryan, B., Bunce, C. and Margrain, T. H. 2011. How effective is the new community-based Welsh low vision service?. British Journal of Ophthalmology 95(2), pp. 178-184. (10.1136/bjo.2010.179606)
- Khadka, J., Ryan, B., Margrain, T. H., Court, H. J. and Woodhouse, J. M. 2010. Development of the 25-item Cardiff Visual Ability Questionnaire for Children (CVAQC). British Journal of Ophthalmology 94(6), pp. 730-735. (10.1136/bjo.2009.171181)
- Ryan, B., White, S. D., Wild, J. M., Court, H. and Margrain, T. H. 2010. The newly established primary care based Welsh Low Vision Service is effective and has improved access to low vision services in Wales. Ophthalmic And Physiological Optics 30(4), pp. 358-364. (10.1111/j.1475-1313.2010.00729.x)
- Ryan, B. and Margrain, T. H. 2010. Registration for people with sight impairment: Fit for purpose?. British Journal of Ophthalmology 94(12), pp. 1692-1693. (10.1136/bjo.2009.178558)
- Ryan, B., Court, H. J. and Margrain, T. H. 2008. Measuring low vision service outcomes: Rasch Analysis of the seven-item National Eye Institute visual function questionnaire. Optometry and Vision Science 85(2), pp. 112-121. (10.1097/OPX.0b013e31816225dc)
- Khadka, J., Woodhouse, J. M., Margrain, T. H., Ryan, B. and Davies, N. 2008. Focusing children in focus groups [Abstract]. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics 28(1), pp. 99-99. (10.1111/j.1475-1313.2007.00530_11.x)
- Margrain, T. H., Ryan, B. and Wild, J. M. 2005. A revolution in Welsh low vision service provision. British Journal of Ophthalmology 89(8), pp. 933-934. (10.1136/bjo.2005.066142)
- Culham, L. E. et al. 2002. Low vision services for vision rehabilitation in the United Kingdom. British Journal of Ophthalmology 86(7), pp. 743-747. (10.1136/bjo.86.7.743)
- Ryan, B. 1999. Commentary: The low vision challenge. British Journal of Visual Impairment 17(3), pp. 93-93. (10.1177/026461969901700302)
- Ryan, B., Culham, L. E., Hill, A. R., Jackson, A. J., Jones, B., Bird, A. C. and Bunce, C. 1999. Multi-disciplinary low vision services in the United Kingdom. Visual Impairment Research 1(3), pp. 181-186. (10.1076/vimr.1.3.181.4445)
Books
- Ryan, B., Sinclair, A. and Woodhouse, J. M. Robertson, H. ed. 2009. Low vision: The essential guide for optometrists. Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and The College of Optometrists.
- Sinclair, A. and Ryan, B. Robertson, H. ed. 2008. Low vision: The essential guide for ophthalmologists. The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.
- Ryan, B. and Culham, L. 1999. Fragmented vision: survey of low vision services in the UK. Royal National Institute for the Blind.
Monographs
- Ryan, B. and Margrain, T. H. 2010. Research findings no 28: All Wales visual impairment database. Project Report. London, UK: Thomas Pocklington Trust.
- Ryan, B., Margrain, T. H., Reidy, A. and Minassian, D. 2010. Occasional paper no 24: All Wales visual impairment database. Project Report. London, UK: Thomas Pocklington Trust.
Thesis
- Ryan, B. 2010. Evaluation of low vision services in the United Kingdom. PhD Thesis, Cardiff University.
Ymchwil
Research Topics
Low Vision Rehabilitation
The eye care requirements of children with special needs
Research Funding at Cardiff University:
2012/ 2014 Collaborator NIHR PI Prof Christine Dickinson
2011/2014 Collaborator GDBA PI Margrain TH
2011/2013 Co-applicant RNIB PI JM Woodhouse
2007/2010 Co- Applicant Welsh Assembly Government PI JM Woodhouse
2007/2009 Co-applicant Welsh Office of Research and Development PI TH Margrain
2007/2008 PI Thomas Pocklington Trust
Bywgraffiad
Educational and Professional Qualifications:
Bsc Hons Optometry and Vision Science, City University 1991
Membership College of Optometrists 1992
PhD Cardiff University 2009
Positions at Cardiff University
2012 to present Director, Postgraduate Taught Programme
2009 to 2012 Co-Director, Wales Optometry Postgraduate Optometry Centre
2003 to 2012 Training and Accreditation Manager, Welsh Eye Care Initiative
Wales Government/ Cardiff University
Welsh Government positions
2012 to present Chief Optometric Advisor, Welsh Government (seconded from Cardiff University
Previous teaching positions
2001 to 2003 Director of the Low Vision Clinic and Clinical Tutor, Bradford University
1994 to 1996 Clinical Tutor and Visiting Lecturer, Aston University
Community practice
2003 to present Optometrist (0.2 FTE), Monnow Eye Care, Monmouth
2002 to 2003 Optometrist, Bradley and Smith Optometrists, Huddersfield
2001 to 2002 Optometrist, Specsavers, Halifax
Hospital practice
1995 to 2000 Senior Optometrist, Scleral Contact Lens Clinic, Birmingham Midland Eye Centre
1994 to 1996 Head of Optometry Department (Acting), Birmingham Heartlands Hospital
1993 to 1994 Maiduguri Eye Hospital, Nigeria
1992 to 1993 Optometrist, Oxford Eye Hospital
1991 to 1992 Pre- Registration Optometrist, Oxford Eye Hospital
Other positions
2003 to 2012 Clinical Lead, Welsh Low Vision Service Hywel Dda Health Board/ Cardiff University
1999 to 2001 Head of Low Vision and Eye Health,Royal National Institute for the Blind, London
1998 to 1999 Head of Low Vision, The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London
1996 to 1998 Low Vision Officer, The Royal National Institute for the Blind, London
1995 to 2000 Senior Optometrist, Multi-Disciplinary Low Vision Service, Birmingham Focus
School and University Roles and Committees:
Director, Postgraduate Taught Programmes
Chair, Postgraduate Exam Board, Optometry and Vision Sciences
Chair, Postgraduate Board of Studies
Founding Co-Director, WOPEC
School Board, Optometry and Vision Sciences
External Committees:
2013 to present Chair, Eye Health Care Steering Group, Welsh Government
2011 to 2012 Chair, Low Vision Higher Qualifications Committee, College of Optometrists
2011 to present External Examiner, Aston University
2011 to 2012 Deputy Chair, Low Vision Service Development Committee (Statutory Committee Advising Welsh Assembly Government on Low Vision Services)
2009 to2011 Deputy Chair MEGAFOCUS (Statutory Committee Advising Welsh Assembly Government on Eyecare for BME groups)
2008 to present College of Optometry, OSCE Writing Group
2008 to 2009 College of Optometry, Final Assessment Review Group
2007 to 2012 Trustee, Sight Support.
2006 to 2012 External Examiner, MSc Visual Impairment, City University
2004 to 2013 Wales Low Vision Advisory Group
1998 to 2000 Professional Secretary, Low Vision Consensus Committee
1996 to 2000 Optical Vouchers Consultative Committee (Statutory Committee Advising DOH)
1996 to present Examiner, The College of Optometrists
Innovation and Engagement
Many Continuing Education events for Optometrists.
2011 Invited Lecture, Annual Rural Doctor$acirc; s Conference, April 2011. Visual impairment in older people.
2011 Invited Lecture, OVN National Optometric Conference, Holland Low Vision in the 21st Century.
2010 Invited Lecture and Chair, International Macular Disease Conference, Serbia. Low Vision Rehabilitation for people with Macular Disease.
2010 Invited Lecture, National Optometry Conference, London Nov 2010. Postgraduate Optometry Education: Why? What? Who? and How?
2010 Invited Keynote Lecture, Low Vision Symposium, Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast Oct 2010. Low Vision in the 21st Century.
2010 Chair, Wales Eye Care Conference 2010.
2010 Keynote address, European Optometry Conference, Copenhagen May 2010. Postgraduate Optometry Education: Why? What? Who? and How?
2009 Invited Keynote Lecture, Low Vision Symposium, Saudi Arabia. Low Vision Rehabilitation.
Pwyllgorau ac adolygu
- Director, Postgraduate Taught Programmes
- Chair, Postgraduate Exam Board, Optometry and Vision Sciences
- Chair, Postgraduate Board of Studies
- Founding Co-Director, WOPEC
- School Board, Optometry and Vision Sciences
External Committees
- 2013 - present Chair, Eye Health Care Steering Group, Welsh Government
- 2011 - 2012 Chair, Low Vision Higher Qualifications Committee, College of Optometrists
- 2011 - present External Examiner, Aston University
- 2011 - 2012 Deputy Chair, Low Vision Service Development Committee (Statutory Committee Advising Welsh Assembly Government on Low Vision Services)
- 2009 - 2011 Deputy Chair MEGAFOCUS (Statutory Committee Advising Welsh Assembly Government on Eyecare for BME groups)
- 2008 - present College of Optometry, OSCE Writing Group
- 2008 - 2009 College of Optometry, Final Assessment Review Group
- 2007 - 2012 Trustee, Sight Support.
- 2006 - 2012 External Examiner, MSc Visual Impairment, City University
- 2004 - 2013 Wales Low Vision Advisory Group
- 1998 - 2000 Professional Secretary, Low Vision Consensus Committee
- 1996 - 2000 Optical Vouchers Consultative Committee (Statutory Committee Advising DOH)
- 1996 - present Examiner, The College of Optometrists
