School of Biomedical Sciences
Cromore Road,
Coleraine,
Co. Londonderry,
BT52 1SA,
Dr Karen Breslin
Overview
Dr Karen Breslin graduated from City University, London in 1990 with a degree in Optometry and Vision Science.
Subsequently, she undertook her pre-registration year at the Institute of Optometry, London qualifying as a registered optometrist in 1991.
After registration, she worked in various independent practices in London and Northern Ireland.
In 2000 she was appointed as a lecturer in Optometry at Ulster University.
She completed her PhD ‘A Prospective Study of Refractive Error amongst Northern Irish schoolchildren’ under the supervision of Professor Kathryn Saunders in 2012.
| Year | Qualification | Institution |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BSc Hons Optometry and Vision Science | City University |
| 1991 | Membership of College of Optometrists | College of Optometrists |
| 2002 | PG Certificate in University Teaching | Ulster University |
| 2012 | PhD Progression of Refractive Error | Ulster University |
| 2016 | Fellow of the higher Education Academy |
Research Interests
Karen’s research interests include refractive error, in particular the onset, risk factors and progression of myopia.
Teaching Interests
Karen co-ordinates and teaches on several undergraduate and postgraduate modules including Patient Management and Law, Management and Ethics.
Other responsibilities
Karen is currently admissions tutor for the BSc Hons/MOptom Hons course.
External positions
Karen is current Chair of Optometry Northern Ireland, a body that represents the majority of optometrists in Northern Ireland and aims to present a united voice on their behalf to the Department of Health, local politicians, media and others.