Sue Ricketts – Page 5 – Nystagmus Network

Photo: Kathryn Swanston as a student orthoptist in the Orthoptic Clinic at Moorfields Eye Hospital, High Holborn Branch c. 1984.

Kathryn’s 1984 story

In September 1984 I started my training as an orthoptist at Moorfields Eye Hospital School of Orthoptics. Back then orthoptic training was a three-year diploma course for which students received … Continue reading Kathryn’s 1984 story

A postcard for the big nystagmus meet up in London on 13 July, featuring an image of Maria Theodorou, a clinician at Moorfields.

Booking is now open for our London event

Our next big nystagmus meet up takes place in London on Saturday 13 July, from 11am to 4pm. This is your chance to hear all the latest nystagmus news, learn … Continue reading Booking is now open for our London event

A group of adults and children walking together along a gravel path in a park with large trees.

Walk with us

On 18 and 19 May we’re encouraging all our followers and supporters to get out for a walk. The weekend falls during Mental Health Awareness Week. Spending time outside with … Continue reading Walk with us

Paul is proudly smiling for the camera wearing a smart burgundy coloured school uniform.

Paul’s 1984 Story

Sometimes I really don’t know where the time goes. Back in 1984, it was my first year at secondary school, and my parents were extremely proud of me for getting … Continue reading Paul’s 1984 Story

A young woman with long, wavy 'red' hair smiles for the camera.

Marlow’s Story

I was born with nystagmus and multiple other eye conditions. I was put in gymnastics at an early age to help with coordination and balance. This led me into cheerleading … Continue reading Marlow’s Story

A young child wearing a purple paper crown and glasses is cuddling a blue toy and smiling for the camera.

Ruby’s Story

When Ruby was 9 months old I noticed one of her eyes shaking, which prompted me to visit our local optician. They informed me that they didn’t treat children that … Continue reading Ruby’s Story

Peter’s 1984 Story

At 12 years old, I was preparing for my first summer Scout camp in Guernsey, which required a 10-hour ferry ride from Weymouth, marking my first time leaving mainland UK. … Continue reading Peter’s 1984 Story

Ava holds her 'player of the week' certificate for the camera.

Ava

Ava was born with congenital nystagmus. She loves rugby and swimming. She’s full of life and lets nothing get in her way.

Cohen smiling for the camera, wearing glasses and a white polo shirt with a black striped collar

Cohen’s Story

“Cohen was diagnosed with congenital nystagmus when he was around 6 months old. He is now almost 10 years old. Cohen’s cousin was diagnosed with nystagmus a year or … Continue reading Cohen’s Story

Sue weas a pink polo shirt and carries a beach bag, sunglasses and her shoes. She is on a beach.

Sue’s 1984 Story

In 1984 I had never heard of nystagmus and had no connection with the condition at all. It was for me a very momentous year, though, because it was the … Continue reading Sue’s 1984 Story