Chris Dickinson

Chris Dickinson is a Professor of Optometry at the University of Manchester and an Honorary Consultant Optometrist with the Manchester University NHS Trust. He holds a Life Fellowship from the College of Optometrists and is a member of the Grant Assessment Panel for Fight for Sight. His roles include Director of Research for the European Society for Low Vision Research and Rehabilitation (ESLRR) and Associate Editor for Translational Vision Science and Technology.

Education: BSc, PhD, and PGCertHE qualifications. Research focuses on low vision rehabilitation, visual impairment interventions, and optometric care in conditions like glaucoma and autism. He investigates optical aids, fatigue effects in reading, and cost-effectiveness of service delivery models.

Teaching contributions include leading the undergraduate Masters program and developing Blackboard units for personal/professional development in healthcare. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and well-being. Recent articles emphasize optometric roles in glaucoma care, visual anomalies in autism, and falls prevention in eye disease patients.

Scientific recognition includes the Life Fellowship and extensive editorial roles. His research has been cited in major journals and media, with notable attention to JAMA Ophthalmology's 2024 study on fall risks.