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A detailed look at what constitutes Normal-Tension Glaucoma
Prof Lawrence Sithole
Professor in Optometry
Boasting over ten years of experience in academia and business acumen within the optometry industry, Prof Lawrence Sithole is an Acting Director of the School of Health Sciences at the University of Limpopo
He has made a notable academic footprint in the health sector through supervision of public health postgraduate students in nursing, medicine, and physiotherapy as well as examining numerous dissertations and theses at various institutions in the country.
His impeccable record in academia includes his service as Deputy Director for Research and Niche Areas at the Tshwane University of Technology, responsible for Postgraduate Studies, Postdoctoral Research Fellows, Research Chairs, NRF-rated researchers, and maintenance of databases. He also managed research capacity-building programs for postgraduate students and staff members at the University of South Africa.
He was the Chairperson of the South African Optometric Association (SAOA) Research Ethics Committee, which he established. He was also responsible for drafting the Clinical Standards of Optometric Practice at SAOA and Isoleso, respectively, and served at Isoleso - an optical management company - as a clinical adjudicator. This vast experience is complemented by his business acumen as the owner of an optometry outlet called Dr. HL Sithole.
Prof Sithole has published extensively in optometry education in various local and international accredited peer-reviewed scientific journals and has presented in various conferences, including in countries such as Zimbabwe, Scotland, Greece, Sweden, England, and Germany.
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