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54 Insight Magazine Winter 2025 Supporter newsI am excited to join Glaucoma%u00a0UK as a Helpline Advisor. As a community-based optometrist who has worked for several different practices, I have always been passionate about helping people who have been impacted by glaucoma. I am looking forward to supporting Glaucoma UK%u2019s vision of ending preventable sight loss and am deeply committed to using my skills and healthcare background to support the vital work of the charity. It is wonderful to be a part of this team and have access to resources to develop my own knowledge on glaucoma. For the last 15 years I have been working as a self-employed optometrist at various independent practices across Essex and London. I have experience in diagnosing and managing a variety of common eye and vision care problems such macular diseases, diabetes and glaucoma.Cooking is a passion of mine, as I love experimenting with different recipes. I also stay active through sports and fitness activities like hiking, pilates and yoga. Additionally, I find joy in reading and listening to music, which enrich my life in many ways. I love travelling, I have recently been to Japan and Vietnam, and met so many wonderful people on my travels.Welcoming our new colleagues at Glaucoma UK!Shinal Patel, Helpline Advisor%u201cI am looking forward to supporting Glaucoma UK%u2019s vision of ending preventable sight loss