Christopher Davey

Dr. Christopher Davey is an Assistant Professor at the School of Optometry & Vision Science, part of the Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of Bradford. His research focuses on ophthalmic public health, clinical audit, and referral accuracy, with a particular interest in service evaluation and questionnaire design. He has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed publications, including studies on barriers to healthcare technology adoption, falls risk assessment in hospitals, and optometric referral refinement.

His work addresses critical gaps in primary eye care, such as improving vision screening in schools and optimizing cataract surgery outcomes. He has also explored policy implications of UK optometric contracts and geographical disparities in NHS eye care access. Davey has been recognized with 4 awards, though specific names are not listed here.

Professional activities include committee memberships and participation in 3 professional associations. He has held 4 previous employments, though details are not disclosed. His research frequently employs mixed-methods approaches, including qualitative studies and statistical modeling (e.g., Poisson regression, Rasch analysis).

Current projects include investigating patient tolerance of new spectacles and evaluating urgent eyecare services during the pandemic. He advocates for evidence-based optometric practices and equitable healthcare access, particularly in underserved communities.