Talking Eyes episode four is out now.
Titled Precision matters: Toric lens fitting strategies, in this episode host Lien Trinh is joined by optometrist Helen Gleave for a practical discussion on why precision in toric contact lens fitting matters – and how small adjustments can make a meaningful difference to visual outcomes.
The episode explores the clinical nuances of fitting toric soft contact lenses, from assessing astigmatism accurately to understanding lens design, stability, and rotation. Ms Gleave shares real-world fitting strategies, common pitfalls, and tips to help practitioners improve first-fit success and patient satisfaction. With astigmatism frequently under-corrected in contact lens wear, the conversation highlights how thoughtful toric lens selection and refinement can elevate everyday contact lens practice, and deliver more consistent, high-quality vision for patients.
This episode has been approved for 0.5 CPD hours by Optometry Australia’s Institute of Excellence (IoE) Quality Assurance.
About Helen Gleave
Ms Gleave is an experienced optometrist and Alcon Vision Care’s Senior Professional Education and Development Manager. She has a strong clinical focus on contact lenses, particularly the fitting and optimisation of toric soft lenses and is well regarded for translating complex lens design and fitting principles into practical, everyday strategies that improve visual outcomes and patient satisfaction. Ms Gleave is actively involved in practitioner education and works closely with clinicians to build confidence in managing astigmatism in contact lens practice.
The episode explores the clinical nuances of fitting toric soft contact lenses, from assessing astigmatism accurately to understanding lens design, stability, and rotation
Further Resources
For Eye Care Practitioners
- Alcon Experience Academy (AEA): an online training platform designed to support the continuing education and development needs of health care professionals. Available courses include Toric lens fitting guides, Enhancing vision for astigmats and Understanding precision balance designs.
Via AEA, optometrists can easily access industry-leading educational resources including e-learning modules, videos, peer-reviewed paper summaries and chairside reference guides. Upon completion of e-learning modules, optometrists will be able to download certificates to self-record completion of these learning assets as continuing professional development.
For Patients And Families
- Talking Eyes – Freedom with contact lenses – Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. In this episode, host Lien Trinh introduces contact lenses with Cornea and Contact Lens Society President Martin Robinson.
- Cornea and Contact Lens Society of Australia – contains useful information for both patients and practitioners.
